Member Symposium in the Books / Harbinger Motors / BYD / Funding Opportunities

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This week’s content: May 23rd, 2025 

 

 

Thank you for a great Member Symposium!  

Last week, CALSTART hosted its members and other stakeholders in Seattle, Washington for a forward-looking discussion on safeguarding the progress made in the clean transportation industry, while also exploring opportunities for growth. Attendees heard from experts and industry leaders from CALSTART and other organizations like Greenlane, Prologis, Harbinger, JP Morgan, Foothill Transit, Terawatt, Rivian, Ford, and more! Additionally, attendees heard from keynote speaker Sarah Severn from Clean & Prosperous Washington about Washington’s medium- and heavy-duty vehicle landscape (key policies, recent progress, and the bold steps needed to accelerate change).   

 

CALSTART’s next event is a Zero-Emission Showcase and Ride & Drive hosted alongside California Air Resources Board in Anaheim, California. Join us on Wednesday, June 18th from 9:00am-3:00pm at Angel Stadium to test drive a range of zero-emissions vehicles and explore funding and resources with key programs and agencies. Register here!  

CALSTART Members, We Need Your Feedback!  

Please help shape the future of CALSTART's Membership Program by filling out this brief survey:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CALSTARTMS2025.  Four survey participants will be chosen at random to receive a CALSTART 20 oz Yeti Rambler in the color of their choice! Don't delay - take the survey today! 

 

BYD RIDE Helps Electrify Oakland Airport Ground Operations  

Oakland International Airport (OAK) has introduced the first battery electric buses to its parking shuttle fleet: five electric BYD K7M buses. The vehicles will serve passenger and employee parking lots at the airport and are the first electric buses in service at OAK. The majority of the airport’s fleet runs on renewable natural gas (RNG) and will eventually transition to all-electric over the next decade. The vehicles and associated infrastructure have been partially funded by HVIP and EnergIIZE, two voucher incentive programs administered by CALSTART.  

 

Harbinger Introduces Medium-Duty Van with 500mi Range  

Harbinger Motors has launched a new, EREV (extended-range electric vehicle) version of their medium-duty box van with a 500-mile range. EREVs have both a battery and gas-powered engine to maximize reliability and range for fleets. The chassis can be outfitted with any cab or body type, offering an attractive solution for customers looking to embrace the benefits of electrification but aren’t yet ready for a full EV. Harbinger is taking orders now with deliveries expected next year.  

 

Inspiration Mobility Voted One of the Best Places to Work  

Congratulations to Inspiration Mobility for being named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Greater Washington for the second year in a row, by Washington Business Journal. We’re proud to partner with visionary companies making a difference in the industry!  

 

Have news? Send it to us!  

If you have a press release, product announcement, or achievement to share, we want to hear about it! Send news to [email protected] to be featured in NewsNotes or on CALSTART’s social media.  

 

The FY25 FTA Low-No Grant Program is now open! 

The FY25 Low-No Grant Program is open! Join CALSTART’s transit experts on Thursday, May 29th 11:00am PT/2:00pm ET for a “Navigating Low-No" webinar to learn: 

• What’s new in this year’s Low-No opportunity 

• How to build a strong application 

• Aligning Low-No projects with long-term goals  

Register here!  

 

New Jersey Fleet Advisor: Round 2 Applications Now Open!  

Funded by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), New Jersey Fleet Advisor provides FREE fleet electrification feasibility analysis and technical assistance. Applications for Round 2 are NOW OPEN for 15 fleets to participate in this low-commitment, unbiased program.  Each fleet selected to participate will receive a customized Fleet Electrification Roadmap that provides guidance on how zero-emission vehicles fit into operations.  Participants are not required to purchase a zero-emission vehicle. 

Apply Now: https://dep.nj.gov/drivegreen/njfleetadvisor/  

 

 

Upcoming Events: 

 

CALSTART Webinar: Exchange for More Battery Electric Trucks 

June 3rd, 9:00am PT/12:00pm ET  

Join us to learn about the policies and organizations enabling battery-electric truck (BET) deployments in Sweden. What can the U.S. and other countries learn from their success? This informational exchange of success stories and strategies aims to spark solutions to increase adoption of battery-electric trucks on a global scale. Hear from our partners at Lindholmen Science Park and Volvo Group.   

Register here: https://calstart.org/event/exhange-for-more-bets-webinar/  

 

 

Turntide Technologies Webinar: Safety & Reliability with Powerful Li-Ion Batteries  

June 19th, 9:00-10:00am CST  

Register here: https://turntide.com/events/safety-reliability-with-powerful-li-ion-batteries/  

Safety and reliability with lithium-ion (li-ion) batteries are paramount concerns for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the end users of electric vehicles and equipment in any industry. What are the major safety concerns related to batteries, and what should you look for to ensure that your batteries are safe and reliable? 

This webinar, presented by Turntide VP of Product George Paterson, will answer these questions and more. You’ll learn about the requirements for safety and reliability and why working with a certified battery manufacturer saves OEMs design time, increases time to market, and provides better reliability and efficiency. In addition, George will take attendees for a live 360-degree tech tour of the certified battery technology. Register today for this informative webinar about safety and reliability with li-ion batteries. 

 

Join us on June 18 for the Zero-Emissions Showcase + Ride & Drive! 

Mark your calendar for an unparalleled opportunity to experience the future of clean transportation technology. Our Zero-Emissions Showcase + Ride & Drive on June 18 brings together industry leaders, manufacturers, and policymakers committed to creating a sustainable future. The event is in Anaheim, CA! 

REGISTER NOW 

Our past Ride & Drive events have featured over 70 class 2b-8 trucks, buses, vans, and off-road equipment--offering you the chance to test drive and explore cutting-edge zero-emissions technology firsthand. 

 

Join Us in June at the Transit Retreat in Des Moines, June 25-26  

Next month, CALSTART joins transit leaders from across the country for a retreat-style event centered on innovation, implementation, and open dialogue. Don’t miss sessions exploring how the clean transit landscape is evolving as well as strategic insights and practical implementation best practices. 

Join us there: https://www.transitretreat.org/ 

 

Oakland Airport Commissions First 5 Electric Buses; $2.7M in Federal and State Funding, Green Car Congress https://www.greencarcongress.com/2025/05/20250517-oak.html  

 

Your Future Deliveries Could Come from This Range-Extended Electric Truck, Inside EVs https://insideevs.com/news/758072/harbinger-erev-medium-duty-truck-chassis/