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CALSTART, a national non-profit industry building organization that is focused on clean transportation for all has been publishing a weekly "News Notes" letter for more than a decade. NewZE is the audio version where we get more in-depth with the people making the news and why it's important.

Locus / ChargerHelp / Motiv 06/06/2025

California's Authority Revoked / RIZON / Inspiration Mobility 05/30/2025

California's Authority Revoked / RIZON / Inspiration Mobility Audio: This week’s content: June 2nd, 2025 Senate Revokes California’s Authority to Cut Emissions Pollution Last week, the Senate voted to overturn California’s authority to cut emissions pollution from cars and trucks – breaking a 50-year precedent. The decision reverses California’s waivers under the Biden Administration’s Clean Air Act for the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT), Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II), and Heavy-Duty Omnibus (HDO) regulations. CALSTART’s President and CEO, John Boesel, issued the following statement in response to the vote: “In a massive handout to special interests, the Senate today took a radical action that creates enormous policy uncertainty for the entire transportation industry. This move concedes the industries of the future to global competitors, will increase air pollution, accelerate global warming and result in significant job loss. This vote upends decades of policy that has successfully resulted in cleaner air and the growth of a robust clean transportation industry. It is a brazen, yet futile, attempt to bring the clean transportation industry to a sudden halt. CALSTART will continue to partner with the states working to fill this gaping void left by today’s federal action.” Check out the full press statement . Vancouver Island Adds RIZON Electric Truck to Municipal Fleet The City of Colwood has become the , the RIZON e16M. The Class 4 medium-duty vehicle will support the city’s municipal wellness and public works services and aligns with Canada’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. The e16M’s dump body is ideal for municipal needs and is just one of many recent RIZON deliveries across Canada. The country’s Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicles program provides ~$75,000 at purchase, with British Columbia offering up to $75,000 more in provincial incentives, helping speed adoption of electric vehicles up North. Inspiration Mobility Launches American Fleet Leadership Coalition to launch the American Fleet Leadership Coalition to advocate for the preservation of the IRA’s 45W credit – the Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit. 45W plays a critical role in supporting the expansion of domestic manufacturing by spurring demand for light, medium, and heavy-duty electric vehicles that save businesses money, create jobs, and improve reliability and safety for drivers. Other founding CALSTART members include Forum Mobility, Harbinger Motors, NAFA, Orange EV, Synop, Terawatt Infrastructure, Voltera, and WattEV. You can learn more about the Coalition by visiting . New Study Shows EVs Reduce Brake Dust by 83% While we’re all familiar with the ways electric vehicles reduce tailpipe emissions, a . Conducted by EIT Urban Mobility and Transport London, the study analyzed vehicles across London, Milan, and Barcelona. The reduced brake dust is thanks to regenerative braking, allowing EVs to slow down without rubbing friction brakes. Hybirds were found to have reduced brake emissions of 10-48%, and PHEVs by 66%. CALSTART Members, We Need Your Feedback! Please help shape the future of CALSTART's Membership Program by filling out this brief survey: . 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! 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: Turntide Technologies Webinar: Safety & Reliability with Powerful Li-Ion Batteries June 19th, 9:00-10:00am CST Register here: 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! 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: Vancouver Island’s First Electric Municipal Truck, EV Report American Fleet Leadership Coalition Launches to Preserve the Commercial Clean Vehicle Tax Credit, American Fleet Leadership Coalition Another Way Electric Cars Clean the Air: Study Says Brake Dust Reduced by 83%, Electrek /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/36791335

Member Symposium in the Books / Harbinger Motors / BYD / Funding Opportunities 05/23/2025

Member Symposium in the Books / Harbinger Motors / BYD / Funding Opportunities Audio: 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 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. ! CALSTART Members, We Need Your Feedback! Please help shape the future of CALSTART's Membership Program by filling out this brief survey: . 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 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 (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 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 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: 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: Turntide Technologies Webinar: Safety & Reliability with Powerful Li-Ion Batteries June 19th, 9:00-10:00am CST Register here: 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! 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: Oakland Airport Commissions First 5 Electric Buses; $2.7M in Federal and State Funding, Green Car Congress Your Future Deliveries Could Come from This Range-Extended Electric Truck, Inside EVs /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/36689155

Member Give-Away / Nivalis / Nuvve / New Battery technology 05/16/2025

Member Give-Away / Nivalis / Nuvve / New Battery technology This week’s content: May 16th, 2025 CALSTART Members, We Need Your Feedback! Please help shape the future of CALSTART's Membership Program by filling out this brief survey: . 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! Nivalis and MCT Enter Non-Exclusive Dealer Agreement Nivalis Energy Systems, a leading innovator in TRU electrification systems, has signed a non-exclusive dealer agreement with MCT Companies, marking a significant step forward in the deployment of clean transportation solutions for the cold chain logistics industry across California. Under the agreement, all MCT Companies locations in California will now offer the This proprietary system integrates state-of-the-art components, design, and manufacturing to deliver a cutting-edge electric trailer refrigeration unit (TRU) solution. TRU-Power ™ 6800 is engineered to pair seamlessly with Carrier Vector units, delivering a zero-emission refrigeration solution that meets the growing demand for sustainable fleet operations. With diesel prices remaining volatile and regulatory penalties increasing for emissions non-compliance, the shift to electric TRU technology offers a clear economic advantage through reductions in total cost of ownership. The collaboration between Nivalis Energy Systems, LLC and MCT Companies underscores a growing momentum in the refrigerated transport industry toward cleaner, quieter, and more efficient technologies that reduce harmful emissions without compromising performance. Nuvve Acquires Fermata Energy Nuvve, a global leader in vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology and grid modernization, has , another V2G platform provider. Nuvve’s newly formed subsidiary, “Fermata 2.0” is focused on scaling intelligent, bidirectional energy solutions. Key members of the Fermata team will join Fermata 2.0, bringing expertise in V2G integration, software development, OEM and utility engagement, regulatory strategy, business operations, and business development. The companies will continue to support and expand existing customer and partner relationships, ensuring collaborations are preserved and enhanced through the integration. By assimilating technologies, customers will receive a more scalable, flexible, and commercially powerful solution than they would otherwise. Rivian Announces Major Investment in Illinois to build a 1.2 million square-foot supplier park in Normal, Illinois, to boost domestic development and production. Construction is underway and is expected to create 100 jobs upon completion next year. The goal of the park is to encourage suppliers to relocate to Normal to produce and provide components for Rivian closer to operations in Illinois. The state is providing Rivian with a $16 million incentive package to help support the project through a tax incentive program and capital grant support. Amidst tariffs that could raise costs on imported vehicles and auto parts, along with steel and aluminum, Rivian is the latest automaker to commit to boosting domestic production to hopefully keep costs as low as possible. GM and LG Reveal New Battery Technology GM and LG Energy Solution have launched the , intended for upcoming GM EV models. While there are no EVs currently with LMR batteries, GM believes they’ve figured out a solution that allegedly unlocks 33% higher energy density than lithium iron phosphate batteries at a comparable cost. GM plans to use the new battery cells in future electric trucks and SUVs, aiming for 400+ miles of range with “significant battery cost savings.” GM and LG are planning to begin commercial production of LMR prismatic cells in the US in 2028. Safety and Reliability with Li-Ion Batteries An upcoming webinar by Turntide Technologies will review everything you need to know about lithium-ion batteries, from safety and reliability concerns to the key benefits of working with a certified battery manufacturer. Additionally, attendees will get a live 360-degree tech tour of Turntide’s certified battery technology. ! Member-Only CEO Briefing CALSTART members are invited to attend an exclusive briefing from CALSTART CEO John Boesel on Tuesday, May 20th 9:00am PST/12:00pm EST. To receive the registration link, reach out to Rachel Baker (). Upcoming Events: Massachusetts: Join us on May 20 for an Electric Truck Event! is hosting a FREE informational event on May 20 in Natick, MA. Attendees will have the opportunity to see and ride in electric trucks; meet electric truck owners and operators; and learn about the FREE electrification guidance provided by Mass Fleet Advisor, which is funded by the . Register Here: 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! 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: Nuvve Expands IP, Revenue, and Market Reach with Strategic Assets Acquistion of Fermata Energy, BusinessWire Rivian Investing $120M in Illinois to Strengthen Domestic Supply Chain, Automotive Dive GM’s New EV Battery Cells Promise More Affordable, Long-Range Electric Trucks and SUVs, Electrek /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/36594030

Member Symposium / Greenlane / TeraWatt / Blue Bird 05/09/2025

Member Symposium / Greenlane / TeraWatt / Blue Bird Audio: This week’s content: May 9th, 2025 Mark Your Calendar for the CALSTART Member Symposium, May 13-14th is moving to Seattle! Join us at the Washington Athletic Club May 13-14th to engage with CALSTART staff, our member companies, and our Board and Investment Council members. Through a happy hour, paneled sessions, and other networking opportunities, come learn about where the industry is heading from key stakeholders helping shape it. ! Terrawatt and Greenlane Open Charging Depots in SoCal With political headwinds fueling uncertainty across the industry, in Southern California. Last month Terrawatt Infrastructure opened a facility in Rancho Dominguez, 12 miles north of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. With 7 megawatts and 20 fast-charging stalls, 125 trucks per day can charge right by the busiest seaport complex in the country. Greenlane Infrastructure also just opened a facility in Colton, about 60 miles east of LA, with over 10 megawatts of charging capacity. More details about the opening of Greenlane’s site are in the story below! These new electric truck stops represent the next phase of electrification in California, one that serves longer-haul applications. They’ll support more routes each day from SoCal’s crowded ports to distribution warehouses further inland, where drivers can get a “top-off” charge multiple times per day. Greenlane’s Flagship Charging Hub Grand Opening on April 24th! It was a monumental day, with over 200 attendees, including state and local government officials, industry leaders, and representatives from across the zero-emission transportation ecosystem. The event showcased 17 zero-emission trucks, buses, and vans, underscoring the momentum behind the commercial EV movement and Greenlane’s role in driving it forward. The facility was completed just 8 months after breaking ground, thanks to effective collaboration between public and private sector partners. Along with 41 OEM-agnostic chargers, the depot has a spacious lounge with food and beverage options, free Wi-Fi, and round-the-clock on-site attendants. There’s also the option to lease office space and parking, offering fleets a safe and convenient place to work and park overnight. Greenlane also secured their first commercial fleet customer: Nevoya, the first zero-emissions electric trucking carrier and technology-driven logistics platform in the U.S. Nevoya will begin operating a fleet of electric trucks out of the site, leveraging the charging infrastructure and on-site office space. The Colton facility is the first of several locations to make up the I-15 commercial EV charging corridor, with plans to open sites every 60-90 miles in Long Beach, Barstow, and Baker. Blue Bird Introduces Medium Duty Truck Blue Bird, a well-known school bus manufacturer and one of the largest electric school bus makers, . While they’re not the only manufacturer to recently launch a step van, they’ve been building their own chassis since 1952 and might be able to leverage this experience against other competitors. The vehicles have a 140kWh battery good for “up to 130 miles” and quick charge capabilities. Blue Bird plans to start shipping vans in the first quarter of 2026. Windrose Launches First All-Electric Long-Haul Sleeper Truck Windrose Technology, the Belgian developer of zero-emission long-haul trucks, in the United States. The truck boasts a whopping 420-mile range and will be operated by JoyRide Logistics, a Phoenix-based carrier. The initial rollout begins in Arizona, California, and Nevada, and is made possible by a partnership with EO Charging. The Windrose sleeper recently completed a 2,800-mile cross-country trip using only public charging stations, proving its range, reliability, and charging compatibility. JoyRide is already running the sleeper trucks in its operations and has nationwide expansion in their sight. Range Energy Announces Partnership for Refrigerated Trailers Range Energy is teaming up with Thermo King and ESL Power Systems to bring its transformative technology to refrigerated trailer units. Range’s product adds a battery and electric motor e-axle to a semi-truck trailer, allowing fleets to electrify without needing to buy new vehicles. While not a fully electric solution, the tech can reduce fuel usage substantially and add enhanced capabilities like trailer control and regenerative braking. While Range is still in the early stages of production, they’re now targeting opportunities to reduce emissions in refrigerated freight. Refrigerated units typically run on an additional small diesel engine, and Range’s trailer offers a big enough battery to eliminate this. The 288kWh battery is purportedly enough energy to keep the trailer box cold for a full day while unplugged from shore power, even in hot temperatures. They’ve already trailed the Thermo King partnership and will be trailing the ESL partnership soon. Range is expecting their first customer deliveries at either the end of this year or early next year. Upcoming Events: Follow the Funds Part I: Meet the Air Districts 📍Webinar Series 📆May 15 | 10 AM PT Looking For Funding to Electrify Your Fleet? Follow the Funds with us and explore the numerous incentive programs offered throughout California to help fleets adopt zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure. Join us for this webinar series to learn how you can take advantage of these opportunities and drive your fleet towards a more sustainable future! Register Here: Register Now for Smart & Sustainable Mobility Week 2025! You’re invited to the Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, the PANYNJ Fleet Sustainability Expo in Newark, NJ on May 14, and the NYC DCAS 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show in New York, NY on May 15! 20 Québec-based companies will display their vehicles, technology, and equipment alongside SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation, PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DCAS. Roundtables and breakout session themes include green campuses, future rail propulsions, company pitch sessions, fleet across cities, alternative fuels, fire safety for EVs, and microgrids & mobile charging. Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase with SEPTA & the City of Philadelphia – May 13th, Philadelphia, PA. ! Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Fleet Sustainability Expo – May 14th, Newark, NJ. ! NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show – May 15th, New York, NY. ! Massachusetts: Join us on May 20 for an Electric Truck Event! is hosting a FREE informational event on May 20 in Natick, MA. Attendees will have the opportunity to see and ride in electric trucks; meet electric truck owners and operators; and learn about the FREE electrification guidance provided by Mass Fleet Advisor, which is funded by the . Register Here: 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! 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: New Charging Depots Help SoCal’s Electric Trucks Go Further, Canary Media Greenlane Opens Flagship Charging Hub in SoCal, Advancing Zero-Emission Freight on I-15, Greenlane Infrastructure Blue Bird Diversifies from School Buses, Enters Electric Medium Duty Truck Market, Electrek Windrose Launches First All-Electric Long-Haul Sleeper Truck in U.S. Parterning with JoyRide Logistics and EO Charging to Deliver TCO Parity for Shippers, EO Charging Range Energy Announces Two Partners to Electrify Refrigerated Trailers, Electrek /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/36471600

Zenobe/Member Symposium/Isuzu/ZESBI and HVIP 05/02/2025

Zenobe/Member Symposium/Isuzu/ZESBI and HVIP Audio: This week’s content: May 2nd, 2025 Mark Your Calendar for the CALSTART Member Symposium, May 13-14th is moving to Seattle! Join us at the Washington Athletic Club May 13-14th to engage with CALSTART staff, our member companies, and our Board and Investment Council members. Through a happy hour, paneled sessions, and other networking opportunities, come learn about where the industry is heading from key stakeholders helping shape it. ! Zenobē Expands Fleet Financing Platform Fleet electrification and battery storage specialist . This marks the largest private EV debt financing in Canada and demonstrates Zenobē’s confidence in commercial EVs as an asset class. 7Gen is a leading Canadian EV and charging infrastructure leasing company, helping commercial fleets integrate zero-emission solutions as a viable alternative to internal combustion engines. 7Gen will use the funds to finance 400-500 new commercial EVs bundled with charging solutions, while refinancing a portion of its current fleet. Founded in 2017, Zenobē has helped transform the public transport sector by introducing large-scale fleet electrification backed by innovative debt financing and residual value data. They provide end-to-end fleet electrification solutions to public and commercial fleet operators, including the provision and financing of vehicles, charging infrastructure, and a battery managed service. Headquartered in the UK, Zenobē supports thousands of EVs across the US, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Check out NewZE, the audio version of NewsNotes, to hear directly from folks at Zenobē on this announcement and other projects they’re working on! Fontaine Modification Leads Fuel Cell Consortium of companies to develop a Class 6 fuel cell electric truck for “middle mile” delivery logistics. Fontaine is responsible for assembling the fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) on a straight truck chassis at its flagship center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Fontaine’s Director of Sales and Business Development, David Brosky, says they’re on track to complete a pilot unit this summer. The unit will then undergo independent track testing before heading to a large commercial fleet for a trial period on regular routes. The middle mile segment can run across distances of 300-500 miles, making a fuel-cell system a better zero-emission option compared to battery electric. Isuzu Launches Electric Pickup Truck Earlier this week , has entered mass production, with the first units shipped to Europe in the third quarter of 2025. By the end of the year, production will begin for UK models with sales starting next year. Isuzu says the new EV pickup will “match the performance of existing diesel models” with high towing capacity and payload. Its dual-motor powertrain allows it to match the performance of the D-MAX diesel model, which is already sold in over 100 countries. California Awards $500 Million in Funding for 1,000 Zero-Emission School Buses The State of California and other educational agencies to buy zero-emission school buses and chargers. Administered by CALSTART, the Zero-Emission School Bus Incentive (ZESBI) program—a collaboration between the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the California Energy Commission (CEC)—will help deliver 1,000 electric school buses and supporting charging infrastructure statewide. HVIP Hits Record Growth as Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Market Expands We’re excited to share the latest on HVIP's impact on sustainable transportation. Voucher redemptions have surged 177% from 2023 to 2024, with early 2025 data showing even more zero-emission vehicles hitting the roads as fleet electrification accelerates across the state. February 2025 Highlights: More than 200 zero-emission trucks and buses deployed in a single month Over $31 million in redeemed vouchers Record-breaking participation from public agencies and small businesses HVIP provides point-of-sale discounts to make zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) more affordable and accessible for California fleets and businesses. Over the last 15 years, HVIP has provided over $754 million to help 2,000+ participating fleets purchase clean vehicles at lower costs. These medium- and heavy-duty vehicles—from delivery vans to school buses to freight trucks—have logged 340+ million cleaner-air miles, significantly reducing carbon emissions across the state. See how HVIP is transforming transportation–. Upcoming Events: The Evolution of Axial Flux Motor Technology – Webinar hosted by Turntide Technologies May 6th, 9:00-10:00am CST Think require one-off manufacturing and are too pricey to apply? The evolution of axial flux motor technology rewrites this narrative. Join this webinar, featuring a live demo, to learn more about how these motors can evolve your electric or hybrid system for any vehicle or equipment, decrease your total cost of ownership, and provide high torque and power. Register here: Register Now for Smart & Sustainable Mobility Week 2025! You’re invited to the Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, the PANYNJ Fleet Sustainability Expo in Newark, NJ on May 14, and the NYC DCAS 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show in New York, NY on May 15! 20 Québec-based companies will display their vehicles, technology, and equipment alongside SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation, PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DCAS. Roundtables and breakout session themes include green campuses, future rail propulsions, company pitch sessions, fleet across cities, alternative fuels, fire safety for EVs, and microgrids & mobile charging. Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase with SEPTA & the City of Philadelphia – May 13th, Philadelphia, PA. ! Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Fleet Sustainability Expo – May 14th, Newark, NJ. ! NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show – May 15th, New York, NY. ! 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! 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. Zenobē Expands its North American Fleet Financing Platform with CA$48M Debt Financing for Canada’s 7Gen, Zenobē, Fontaine Modification Leads Supplier Consortium to Develop and Deploy Fuel-Cell-Electric Class 6 Truck, GlobeNewswire, Isuzu’s First Electric Pickup is Here and it’s a Beast: Meet the New D-MAX EV, Electrek, California Awards $500 Million in Funding for 1,000 Zero-Emission School Buses, California Energy Commission, /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/36394315

Member Symposium / Tesla / RISE / RIDE 04/25/2025

Member Symposium / Tesla / RISE / RIDE NewsNotes 4.25 Audio: This week’s content: April 25 ,2025 Mark Your Calendar for the CALSTART Member Symposium, May 13-14th is moving to Seattle! Join us at the Washington Athletic Club May 13-14th to engage with CALSTART staff, our member companies, and our Board and Investment Council members. Through a happy hour, paneled sessions, and other networking opportunities, come learn about where the industry is heading from key stakeholders helping shape it. ! Tesla Charges Ahead in Reliability In the 2025 , the Tesla Model 3 emerged as the most reliable electric vehicle, recording just 0.5 breakdowns per 1,000 vehicles. Overall, electric vehicles demonstrated superior reliability compared to their combustion-engine counterparts, with an average of 3.8 breakdowns per 1,000 vehicles versus 9.4 for traditional vehicles. RISE Robotics Selected for Major Military Contract Congratulations to our member RISE Robotics for being selected to participate in the . This inclusion allows RISE to compete for future delivery orders under the Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, facilitating the modernization of ground support equipment and the development of advanced systems. RIDE Attends Ribbon Cutting Welcoming Two U.S.-Built Battery Electric Buses At the beginning of the month Annapolis held a ribbon-cutting event celebrating the arrival of , a local transit agency. The buses, built by GILLIG and supported by FTA funding, mark a step toward Maryland’s zero-emission transportation goals. Officials emphasized the environmental and economic benefits of electrifying transit fleets. Tennessee Offers Grants for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Upgrades through the Volkswagen Diesel Settlement to support the replacement or repowering of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Eligible projects include Class 4–8 school buses, transit and shuttle buses, local freight trucks, and port drayage trucks, with a focus on transitioning to alternate fuels or all-electric powertrains. Government and non-government entities operating in Tennessee are invited to apply, with funding caps of $3 million for all-electric and $1.5 million for alternate-fueled projects per applicant. The application deadline is not specified on the provided page. Upcoming Events: CALSTART Webinar: Exchange for More Battery Electric Trucks April 29th, 9:00am PST / 12:00pm EST 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: The Evolution of Axial Flux Motor Technology – Webinar hosted by Turntide Technologies May 6th, 9:00-10:00am CST Think require one-off manufacturing and are too pricey to apply? The evolution of axial flux motor technology rewrites this narrative. Join this webinar, featuring a live demo, to learn more about how these motors can evolve your electric or hybrid system for any vehicle or equipment, decrease your total cost of ownership, and provide high torque and power. Register here: Register Now for Smart & Sustainable Mobility Week 2025! You’re invited to the Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, the PANYNJ Fleet Sustainability Expo in Newark, NJ on May 14, and the NYC DCAS 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show in New York, NY on May 15! 20 Québec-based companies will display their vehicles, technology, and equipment alongside SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation, PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DCAS. Roundtables and breakout session themes include green campuses, future rail propulsions, company pitch sessions, fleet across cities, alternative fuels, fire safety for EVs, and microgrids & mobile charging. Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase with SEPTA & the City of Philadelphia – May 13th, Philadelphia, PA. ! Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Fleet Sustainability Expo – May 14th, Newark, NJ. ! NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show – May 15th, New York, NY. ! 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! 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. Article links: /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/36297535

Forum Mobility with Adam Browning / Member Symposium / Orange EV and More 04/18/2025

Forum Mobility with Adam Browning / Member Symposium / Orange EV and More NewsNotes 4.18 Audio: This week’s content: April 18,2025 Mark Your Calendar for the CALSTART Member Symposium, May 13-14th is moving to Seattle! Join us at the Washington Athletic Club May 13-14th to engage with CALSTART staff, our member companies, and our Board and Investment Council members. Through a happy hour, paneled sessions, and other networking opportunities, come learn about where the industry is heading from key stakeholders helping shape it. ! Forum Mobility and Hight Logistics Driving Zero-Emission Trucking Forward Forum Mobility continues to be at the forefront of zero-emission trucking. Along with partner Hight Logistics, they played a key role in this virtuous circle: Zero emission trucks, hauling zero emission solar equipment, to make more zero emission electricity, to fuel the zero emission trucks. Listen to this week’s NewZE to listen in on a conversation between CALSTART’s Jared Schnader and Forum Mobility’s Adam Browning about this exciting project! Heavy Duty Trucking’s Top Green Fleets for 2025 Congratulations to CALSTART Members King Fio Trucking, Talon Logistics, Pitt Ohio, and WattEV for being named to !  This honor is bestowed upon industry leaders in sustainability who are pursuing goals in areas such as fuel efficiency, alternative fuels, zero-emission options, and environmentally friendly facilities. InductEV Partners to Bring a New Wireless Charging Bus to Market to integrate high-power wireless charging into ENC’s Axess EVO-BE battery-electric buses. This collaboration aims to provide North American transit agencies with efficient, hands-free charging solutions, enhancing operational flexibility and reducing maintenance. The technology supports seamless on-route and depot charging, facilitating a one-to-one replacement of diesel buses.   Orange EV Surpasses 300 Fleet Deployment Milestone Orange EV has surpassed a major milestone by , operating in 35 states while providing end-to-end support to fleet customers. Its lineup includes the e-TRIEVER and HUSK-e models, designed for terminal, port, and rail operations.   ABB Helps Bring Clean Rail Solutions to Illinois and California ABB and Stadler have partnered to , promoting sustainable U.S. rail transport.   "Our collaboration with Stadler is a testament to our commitment to sustainable transportation solutions," said Edgar Keller, President, ABB Traction division. "By leveraging our advanced technology and local manufacturing capabilities, we are helping drive the transition to cleaner rail transport." Amazon-owned Zoox Begins Testing in Los Angeles Amazon-owned Zoox Retrofitted Toyota Highlanders with human safety drivers will operate in a limited area, laying groundwork for future commercial ride-hailing services. Global Electric and Plug-In Hybrid Sales Increase Year-on-Year , totaling 1.7 million units, driven by strong demand in China and Europe. In contrast, North American growth lagged at 12%. Despite the challenges automakers are facing with the unknowns around tariffs, global EV momentum remains robust.   ᐧ Upcoming Events: Colton Greenlane Center Grand Opening April 24th, 10:00am-11:00am PST 1650 East Fairway Drive, Colton, CA 92324 Register here: Join us as we celebrate the ribbon cutting of Greenlane’s first charging site in Colton, CA! The Colton Greenlane Center will feature 40+ high-powered chargers and a spacious amenities lounge designed to support commercial zero-emission vehicles. As a key location along our I-15 charging corridor, this site plays a crucial role in enabling clean transportation from Long Beach to Las Vegas. Don't miss this opportunity to tour the site, connect with industry experts and city officials, and experience our cutting-edge chargers firsthand! Light refreshments will be served starting at 9:30 AM. We look forward to celebrating with you! CALSTART Webinar: Exchange for More Battery Electric Trucks April 29th, 9:00am PST / 12:00pm EST 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: The Evolution of Axial Flux Motor Technology – Webinar hosted by Turntide Technologies May 6th, 9:00-10:00am CST Think require one-off manufacturing and are too pricey to apply? The evolution of axial flux motor technology rewrites this narrative. Join this webinar, featuring a live demo, to learn more about how these motors can evolve your electric or hybrid system for any vehicle or equipment, decrease your total cost of ownership, and provide high torque and power. Register here: Register Now for Smart & Sustainable Mobility Week 2025! You’re invited to the Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, the PANYNJ Fleet Sustainability Expo in Newark, NJ on May 14, and the NYC DCAS 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show in New York, NY on May 15! 20 Québec-based companies will display their vehicles, technology, and equipment alongside SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation, PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DCAS. Roundtables and breakout session themes include green campuses, future rail propulsions, company pitch sessions, fleet across cities, alternative fuels, fire safety for EVs, and microgrids & mobile charging. Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase with SEPTA & the City of Philadelphia – May 13th, Philadelphia, PA. ! Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Fleet Sustainability Expo – May 14th, Newark, NJ. ! NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show – May 15th, New York, NY. ! 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. 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. Article links: /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/36210855

Member Symposium / Hyroad / Orbis / Evolectric / Harbinger 04/11/2025

Member Symposium / Hyroad / Orbis / Evolectric / Harbinger A warm welcome to new CALSTART member: Hyroad Energy Audio: Mark Your Calendar for the CALSTART Member Symposium, May 13-14th is moving to Seattle! Join us at the Washington Athletic Club May 13-14th to engage with CALSTART staff, our member companies, and our Board and Investment Council members. Through a happy hour, paneled sessions, and other networking opportunities, come learn about where the industry is heading from key stakeholders helping shape it. ! Hyroad Energy Announces Partnership to Develop Liquid Hydrogen Refueling Station New CALSTART member to develop the first-ever zero-loss liquid hydrogen refueling station in the United States. The system will be deployed at Hyroad’s flagship hydrogen refueling station in Dallas, Texas, marking a major milestone in advancing hydrogen infrastructure beyond California. The partnership blends Bosch’s Liquid Hydrogen CryoPump technology, GenH2’s Controlled Storage technology, and Hyroad’s expertise in hydrogen infrastructure development. A pioneer in hydrogen-powered transportation solutions, Hyroad Energy offers zero-emission Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell trucks aimed at fulfilling fleet needs while reducing their carbon footprint. If you’d like to connect with Hyroad, and let us know! Orbis Electric’s Technology is Gaining Momentum Another company to recently join CALSTART’s robust membership program is is helping accelerate the transition to low carbon mobility solutions. Their motors maximize strength and efficiency by featuring a single or double rotor fitted with rare-earth and/or domestic ferrite magnets. This technology offers benefits across torque, cost, and unsprung weight that make a compelling case for moving motors back to wheels. Check out for a technical deep dive on how Orbis’ motors work and the industry advancements on the horizon. Evolectric Helps Linen Services Electrify American Textile Maintenance, a fleet offering linen and uniform services across Southern California, has committed to . The decision comes after an 8-day pilot where the retrofitted trucks demonstrated a 65% reduction in operating costs, thanks to lower energy consumption and reduced maintenance needs. Evolectric’s CircularEV proprietary retrofit solution converts existing commercial trucks into fully electric, smart-enabled vehicles. Evolectric’s technology is not only a more cost-effective option for electrification, but can be a quicker one, too. American Textile ordered electric trucks from other manufacturers in 2022 but have yet to receive any deliveries, while Evolectric delivered its first CircularEV truck ahead of schedule. Along with the trucks, American Textile is working with Chargie and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to install seven 50kW chargers across multiple sites. Harbinger Begins Vehicle Production out of Garden Grove, California, with over 100 units already delivered to customers. The vehicles feature a stripped chassis designed for a wide range of medium-duty applications like walk-in vans, box trucks, and RVs. Harbinger is planning to hire 100 new employees this year to help tackle the 4,600+ vehicles currently in the order book. Harbinger is the only manufacturer producing drivetrains in-house, which keeps costs competitive without sacrificing quality. Customers or dealers can partner with third parties to further customize the chassis for their specific needs after the initial assembly. To make their vehicles as affordable as possible, Harbinger recently launched the , aimed at keeping vehicle prices steady regardless of the fate of federal incentives. Run on Less Webinar Recording, Featuring CALSTART Staff and Members If you were unable to make this week’s Run on Less – Messy Middle Bootcamp webinar from NACFE, you can to see what you missed. The Messy Middle Bootcamp series is a months-long educational campaign for fleet managers, industry members, policy makers, regulators, and more. The April 8th session focused on the current state of heavy-duty battery electric vehicles, with panelists from Windrose, Tesla, Volvo, and CALSTART’s head of policy, Trisha DelloIacono. The Messy Middle Bootcamp campaign runs until July, so be sure to check out future webinars to follow along. 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. 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. Upcoming Events: Colton Greenlane Center Grand Opening April 24th, 10:00am-11:00am PST 1650 East Fairway Drive, Colton, CA 92324 Register here: Join us as we celebrate the ribbon cutting of Greenlane’s first charging site in Colton, CA! The Colton Greenlane Center will feature 40+ high-powered chargers and a spacious amenities lounge designed to support commercial zero-emission vehicles. As a key location along our I-15 charging corridor, this site plays a crucial role in enabling clean transportation from Long Beach to Las Vegas. Don't miss this opportunity to tour the site, connect with industry experts and city officials, and experience our cutting-edge chargers firsthand! Light refreshments will be served starting at 9:30 AM. We look forward to celebrating with you! CALSTART Webinar: Exchange for More Battery Electric Trucks April 29th, 9:00am PST / 12:00pm EST 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: The Evolution of Axial Flux Motor Technology – Webinar hosted by Turntide Technologies May 6th, 9:00-10:00am CST Think require one-off manufacturing and are too pricey to apply? The evolution of axial flux motor technology rewrites this narrative. Join this webinar, featuring a live demo, to learn more about how these motors can evolve your electric or hybrid system for any vehicle or equipment, decrease your total cost of ownership, and provide high torque and power. Register here: Register Now for Smart & Sustainable Mobility Week 2025! You’re invited to the Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, the PANYNJ Fleet Sustainability Expo in Newark, NJ on May 14, and the NYC DCAS 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show in New York, NY on May 15! 20 Québec-based companies will display their vehicles, technology, and equipment alongside SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation, PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DCAS. Roundtables and breakout session themes include green campuses, future rail propulsions, company pitch sessions, fleet across cities, alternative fuels, fire safety for EVs, and microgrids & mobile charging. Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase with SEPTA & the City of Philadelphia – May 13th, Philadelphia, PA. ! Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Fleet Sustainability Expo – May 14th, Newark, NJ. ! NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show – May 15th, New York, NY. ! Hyroad Energy Partners with Bosch Rexroth and Gen H2 on First-Ever Zero-Loss Liquid Hydrogen Refueling Station, Hyroad Energy Can We Please Get EV Motors Out of the Actual Car? MotorTrend American Textile Maintenance Projects 64% Cost Savings, Commits to Evolectric’s CircularEV Fleet After Pilot, PR Newswire Harbinger Begins Production of Medium-Duty EVs, The EV Report NACFE Run on Less – Messy Middle Bootcamp #4, ACT News /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/36085590

Member Symposium / Greenlane / Illinois and ACT / Beer 04/04/2025

Member Symposium / Greenlane / Illinois and ACT / Beer NewsNotes 4.4.25 Audio: Happy Drive Electric Earth Month! April is Drive Electric Earth Month, a national campaign to share information about electric vehicles organized by Plug In America, Electric Vehicle Association, Sierra Club, EVHybridNoire, and Drive Electric USA. Now in its 7th year, Drive Electric Earth Month features over 100 in-person and virtual events across the country aimed at boosting public understanding of the benefits of EVs. Check out the for more information and an event calendar. Mark Your Calendar for the CALSTART Member Symposium, May 13-14th is moving to Seattle! Join us at the Washington Athletic Club May 13-14th to engage with CALSTART staff, our member companies, and our Board and Investment Council members. Through a happy hour, paneled sessions, and other networking opportunities, come learn about where the industry is heading from key stakeholders helping shape it. ! Greenlane and Volvo Partner on Truck Charging Initiative for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles will now be bolstered by Volvo Trucks North America. Through the new partnership, Greenlane is Volvo’s first official Charge Point Operator on the continent. Under the Volvo Open Charge network, fleets will be able to access Greenlane’s public charging solutions without needing to build out their own infrastructure. Later this month Greenlane is opening their flagship charging location in Colton, California, featuring over 40 public chargers spanning all vehicle classes. Plans are underway for further charging sites along the I-15 corridor, with upcoming sites in Long Beach, Barstow, and Baker, CA. Anyone interested in attending the can find more information in the Upcoming Events section below. Illinois Considers Advanced Clean Trucks Standards Illinois could become the to spur adoption of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles. Adopting the Advanced Clean Truck regulation would require manufacturers to ensure 40-75% of heavy-duty vehicle sales are zero-emission by 2035, with the exact percentage dependent on vehicle type. Trisha DelloIacono, the head of policy at CALSTART, has said, “If Illinois adopts [the program], we could expect to see new truck charging stations pop up at rest stops along major freight corridors... This in turn would make it easier for fleet operators in nearby states to start adopting zero-emission trucks for regional-haul and long-haul routes.” Low-Emission Beer Delivery in the Big Apple If you enjoy a canned or bottled beverage in New York City, there’s a chance it was brought to you using alternative fuels. Not only is in the country, they’re also a leader in reducing fleet emissions. They adopted their first CNG-powered truck back in 2002 and were operating over 100 CNG trucks by the mid 2010s, making them the first company in the northeast to convert its diesel trucks to CNG. In 2021, Manhattan Beer was also the first company on the East Coast to implement Volvo’s heavy-duty VNR trucks into their fleet and has since adopted charging management software by bp pulse to further optimize performance. Manhattan Beer’s continued success is a promising reminder that companies don’t need to sacrifice sustainable operations for business growth, but rather, the two can go hand in hand. CALSTART Gathers Transit Leaders for Focus Group and Facility Tour at the Larson Transportation Institute Last month, CALSTART held its Focus Group and Facility Tour at the Larson Transportation Institute's Bus Research and Testing Center, located in State College, Pennsylvania. CALSTART would like to thank all attendees for engaging in important conversations that help shape the future of clean transportation. We would also like to extend our gratitude to the Larson Transportation Institute for hosting, as well as Center for Transportation and the Environment, Auburn University, The Ohio State University, and Optimal EV for their participation and collaboration. Zeroing in on ZEBs: Behind the Scenes in Latest Transition to Zero Episode Podcast host and CALSTART transit expert Jared Schnader discussed our annual Zeroing in on Zero-Emission Buses report with authors Mike Hynes and Kaila Lemons. Their conversation covered key findings and regional trends as well as the methodology behind this leading transit industry report. Catch up on the highlights and tune into the podcast for an in-depth discussion about the report findings: Upcoming Events: Colton Greenlane Center Grand Opening April 24th, 10:00am-11:00am PST 1650 East Fairway Drive, Colton, CA 92324 Register here: Join us as we celebrate the ribbon cutting of Greenlane’s first charging site in Colton, CA! The Colton Greenlane Center will feature 40+ high-powered chargers and a spacious amenities lounge designed to support commercial zero-emission vehicles. As a key location along our I-15 charging corridor, this site plays a crucial role in enabling clean transportation from Long Beach to Las Vegas. Don't miss this opportunity to tour the site, connect with industry experts and city officials, and experience our cutting-edge chargers firsthand! Light refreshments will be served starting at 9:30 AM. We look forward to celebrating with you! The Evolution of Axial Flux Motor Technology – Webinar hosted by Turntide Technologies May 6th, 9:00-10:00am CST Think require one-off manufacturing and are too pricey to apply? The evolution of axial flux motor technology rewrites this narrative. Join this webinar, featuring a live demo, to learn more about how these motors can evolve your electric or hybrid system for any vehicle or equipment, decrease your total cost of ownership, and provide high torque and power. Register here: Register Now for Smart & Sustainable Mobility Week 2025! You’re invited to the Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, the PANYNJ Fleet Sustainability Expo in Newark, NJ on May 14, and the NYC DCAS 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show in New York, NY on May 15! 20 Québec-based companies will display their vehicles, technology, and equipment alongside SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation, PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DCAS. Roundtables and breakout session themes include green campuses, future rail propulsions, company pitch sessions, fleet across cities, alternative fuels, fire safety for EVs, and microgrids & mobile charging. Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase with SEPTA & the City of Philadelphia – May 13th, Philadelphia, PA. ! Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Fleet Sustainability Expo – May 14th, Newark, NJ. ! NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show – May 15th, New York, NY. ! Drive Electric Earth Month website, Greenlane and Volvo Partner to Drive Commercial Electrification, Greenlane The Bid to Make Illinois a Leader on Electric Trucking, Canary Media Electrifying New York Heavy Duty Trucking: Lessons Learned with Manhattan Beer Distributors, Trucking Dive /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35992070

CALSTART Member Symposium / GM / BrightDrop / Revel / ABC Companies 03/27/2025

CALSTART Member Symposium / GM / BrightDrop / Revel / ABC Companies 3.28 NewsNotes Mark Your Calendar for the CALSTART Member Symposium, May 13-14th CALSTART’s 2025 Member Symposium is moving to Seattle! Join us at the Washington Athletic Club May 13-14th to engage with CALSTART staff, our member companies, and our Board and Investment Council members. Through a happy hour, paneled sessions, and other networking opportunities, come learn about where the industry is heading from key stakeholders helping shape it. ! General Motors and EVgo’s Growing Network New, fast-charging infrastructure has been deployed at 130+ locations across 25+ states, thanks to . The collaboration started in 2022 and is working towards 2,000 chargers at up to 500 Pilot Flying J locations. The network is aimed at connecting major travel corridors, making road trips along major highways more feasible for EV drivers. Adding charging infrastructure to Pilot and Flying J locations also provides amenities for travelers like lounges, Wi-Fi, comfortable restrooms, and an array of food and beverage options. The chargers are in well-lit, centrally located areas with 24/7 access, increasing their safety and appeal no matter the time. Discounted BrightDrop Vans In other news from the General Motors ecosystem, , some adding up to 40% off. Through the end of June, the BrightDrop 400 and BrightDrop 600 are available with a $25,500 purchase rebate through the 2025MY BrightDrop Consumer Cash Program. Coupled with a $2,500 dealer cash offer and an additional promotion for Costco members, there’s a possible $31,000 savings for customers. Hyundai Owners Can Now Access Tesla Superchargers As of March 25th, with a North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapter. The complimentary adapters enable vehicles with a Combined Charging System (CCS) port to utilize the 20,000 strong Tesla Supercharger network, effectively doubling their fast-charging options. Adapters are available for the KONA Electric, IONIQ Electric hatchback, and IONIQ 5 and 6 models, and won’t be needed for current and future vehicles produced with the NACS port. In addition to expanding charging access for their customers, Hyundai is also celebrating the opening of its , dubbed the “factory of the future”. The largest economic development project in the state’s history, the new plant will also introduce collaboration between Hyundai and academic institutions for local workforce development initiatives. Revel Opens First West Coast Charging Station Revel has an expanding network of high-speed chargers in and around New York City and made headlines with their recent across the Big Apple. But their reach is now growing beyond the East Coast, with and more on the way. With a keen interest on boosting high quality charging stations in densely populated areas, Revel’s Bay Area expansion will feature 125 chargers across SF, Oakland, and San Jose, with a 50/50 split between NACS and CCS tech. ABC Showcases Technology to Legislators ABC Companies, headquartered in Winter Garden, Florida, recently hosted two congressmen to showcase the advancements being made across their diverse portfolio of transportation solutions. , met with ABC leadership and toured key operational areas in February. A leader across multiple congressional committees, to discuss ABC’s involvement in expanding reliable and sustainable public transportation across Orlando and beyond. During their visits, both Webster and Frost emphasized the importance of collaboration between businesses and elected officials to increase accessibility and sustainability in the transit industry. Upcoming Events: The Evolution of Axial Flux Motor Technology – Webinar hosted by Turntide Technologies May 6th, 9:00-10:00am CST Think require one-off manufacturing and are too pricey to apply? The evolution of axial flux motor technology rewrites this narrative. Join this webinar, featuring a live demo, to learn more about how these motors can evolve your electric or hybrid system for any vehicle or equipment, decrease your total cost of ownership, and provide high torque and power. Register here: Register Now for Smart & Sustainable Mobility Week 2025! You’re invited to the Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, the PANYNJ Fleet Sustainability Expo in Newark, NJ on May 14, and the NYC DCAS 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show in New York, NY on May 15! 20 Québec-based companies will display their vehicles, technology, and equipment alongside SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation, PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DCAS. Roundtables and breakout session themes include green campuses, future rail propulsions, company pitch sessions, fleet across cities, alternative fuels, fire safety for EVs, and microgrids & mobile charging. Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase with SEPTA & the City of Philadelphia – May 13th, Philadelphia, PA. ! Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Fleet Sustainability Expo – May 14th, Newark, NJ. ! NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show – May 15th, New York, NY. ! Pilot, GM, and EVgo Connect Travel Corridors with EV Chargers in Over 25 States, GM 2025 BrightDrop EV Rebates Hit 40% Off MSRP, CarsDirect Hyundai Owners Gain Access to U.S. Tesla Superchargers with Complimentary NACS Adapters, PR Newswire Hyundai’s $7.6B Factory of the Future Opens in Georgia, Newsweek Revel Snags $60 Million to Build 267 EV Chargers in New York, Inside EVs NYC’s Fastest EV Charging Company, Revel, Opens its First West Coast Station, Electrek ABC Companies Hosts Congressman Daniel Webster, Reinforcing Industry Collaboration, ABC Companies ABC Companies Hosts Congressman Maxwell Frost, Reinforcing Transportation Innovation and Sustainability, ABC Companies Electric School Bus Network National Forum: /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35891570

Stellantis and Iveco Deal / BYD Super Charging / Member Symposium and More 03/21/2025

Stellantis and Iveco Deal / BYD Super Charging / Member Symposium and More Stellantis and IVECO Announce Collaboration in Europe to supply two all-electric light-duty vehicles for the European market starting next year. Stellantis Pro One, the dedicated business unit for commercial vehicles, will manufacture the vans across plants in Italy, Poland, and France to then be delivered to Iveco Group for distribution through established sales and service channels. The new vehicles will be modeled after the Stellantis Pro One mid-size and large van platforms and will have gross vehicle weights ranging from 2.8-3.1 tons and 3.5 to 4.2 tons. The agreement is based on a 10-year supply contract, affirming the commitment of both companies to accelerating Europe’s transition to BEVs. Range eTrailers Ace Winter Testing , validating its performance, safety, and reliability regardless of the conditions. Engineers ran the platform in Northern Michigan amidst subzero temperatures and roads covered with ice and snow. The eTrailer System turns large diesel trucks into hybrid electric, utilizing a high-voltage battery, e-axle, and collection of sensors that detect the tractor’s motion. The technology integrates seamlessly with existing braking and stability control systems, and the recent testing confirmed the Range platform makes driving a truck and trailer in adverse conditions feel easier and safer. Want to see for yourself? Range shared a video of testing highlights, . BYD Confirms 5 Minute Supercharger From record-breaking sales to “God’s Eye” technology, 2025 has been a banner year for BYD. that can charge in minutes, making a charging session on par with a gas station refuel. The platform is reportedly capable of charging up to 249 miles of range in 5 minutes. While the “Super E-Platform" is far from being widely available, it’s yet another development widening the gap between BYD and other industry giants like Tesla. InductEV and ENC Expand Wireless Charging for Electric Buses InductEV, a leader in the wireless charging market, has partnered with bus manufacturer ENC to . ENC will begin offering wireless inductive charging on their electric buses via InductEV’s hardware, providing new and improved options for transit agencies amid other supply chain and performance issues in the industry. The inductive charging pads instantly activate when aligned with a pad placed on the vehicle’s underside, delivering up to 450kW of power. The hands-free system reduces the infrastructure footprint, enhances safety, maximizes uptime, and is interoperable across all vehicle classes. With over 3 million miles driven by municipal fleets across several states, InductEV’s technology is well suited for transit applications and might just be coming to a town near you soon. Fleet Electrification Success Dependent on Infrastructure Readiness Acquiring or upfitting vehicles is only half of the equation when it comes to electrification – well-planned charging infrastructure is essential for sustainable operations. , operator of North America’s largest fast-charging network for mission-critical fleets, outlines key considerations to ensure the fleet electrification process is handled with infrastructure considerations top of mind. To quote directly from Brendan’s article, “Smart fleet managers are learning to map their vehicle deployment schedules to infrastructure readiness, not the other way around.” 10 States Hit EV Goal Set in 2013 In 2013, the then-governors of California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Vermont in their states. The set a collective target of 3.3 million ZEVs on the roads of the signatory states by 2025, which has been achieved. In Oregon, for example, there are now over 100,000 EVs registered in the state, compared to just 300 in 2013. During this time of considerable uncertainty at the federal level, it’s encouraging to see states still prioritizing the adoption of clean transportation technologies for the benefit of their communities. Events and Resources: CALSTART Members Only Initiative Highlight Webinar: Bus Initiative Tuesday, 3/15/25, 9am PST / 12pm EST Registration: We hope you are able to make the upcoming Members-Only Initiative Highlight Webinar, which will be focused on the work our Bus Initiative has been performing! Join CALSTART leaders as they discuss the current policy landscape at the federal level, the work CALSTART and our partners are doing in the transit space, and projects our electric school bus team is working on. Register Now for Smart & Sustainable Mobility Week 2025! You’re invited to the Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, the PANYNJ Fleet Sustainability Expo in Newark, NJ on May 14, and the NYC DCAS 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show in New York, NY on May 15! 20 Québec-based companies will display their vehicles, technology, and equipment alongside SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation, PANYNJ, MTA, NJ Transit, NYC DCAS. Roundtables and breakout session themes include green campuses, future rail propulsions, company pitch sessions, fleet across cities, alternative fuels, fire safety for EVs, and microgrids & mobile charging. Smart & Sustainable Mobility Showcase with SEPTA & the City of Philadelphia – May 13th, Philadelphia, PA. ! Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Fleet Sustainability Expo – May 14th, Newark, NJ. ! NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 36th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show – May 15th, New York, NY. ! ICYMI: Webinar Recording for Accelerating the Transition to Cleaner School Buses The shift to electric school buses offers school districts cost savings and operational improvements, all while helping to improve community air quality. This webinar, co-hosted by EDTA and featuring CALSTART clean school bus experts, covers the strategies and steps for effectively implementing electric bus fleets, and showcased how school districts across the country are leading the way in making the transition. ! Zeroing in on ZEBs Report and Podcast Episode CALSTART’s annual inventory of zero-emission transit buses in the US and Canada has been released. Despite headwinds from supply chain issues and manufacturer attrition there was still a 14% increase in the number of ZEBs deployed, highlighting the industry’s resilience. Lead authors of this year’s report, Mike Hynes and Kaila Lemons, joined me on the Transition to Zero podcast to talk more in depth about the report, its findings, and the challenges with pulling together a report like this. We have a link to both the report and the podcast episode in the show notes. ZIOZ Report: Transition to Zero: Member Symposium Mark your calendars for May 13 and 14th because CALSTART’s Member Symposium has been rescheduled following the fires in LA. After surveying member companies the clear choice was to hold the Symposium in Seattle, WA. We secured the venue at the Washington Athletic Club, and details about the speakers will be sent out soon to all the member companies. The 13th will be a sponsored Happy Hour and welcome to everyone with a full day of networking and speaker panels on the 14th. This is a chance for you to meet with other CALSTART Members, Board Members, Investor Council members, and learn about where the industry is going from those that are shaping it. Don’t miss this event! More details will be available shortly. Stellantis Pro One and IVECO Team Up for the Supply of Two Electric IVECO-branded Vans, Stellantis, Range Successfully Completes Winter Testing of eTrailer System, Demonstrating Improved Performance and Safety in Extreme Conditions, Business Wire, BYD Confirms New 1,000V ‘Super E-Platform' Capable of Fast Charging 400km in 5 Minutes, Electrek, ENC and InductEV in Partnership to Expand Wirelessly Charged Next-Gen Battery-Electric Bus Availability Across North America, PR Newswire, The Grid Reality: Successful Fleet Electrification Demands a New Planning Approach, FleetOwner, Oregon, Nine Other States Hit 2013 Goal of Getting 3.3M Electric Vehicles on Roads by 2025, Oregon Capital Chronicle, /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35774670

Zenobe/Orange EV/Harbinger/Greenlane/ a bunch of events 03/14/2025

Zenobe/Orange EV/Harbinger/Greenlane/ a bunch of events NewsNotes, March 14th Zenobē Launches Europe’s Largest Battery Storage Site at Blackhillock, Scotland. Phase 1 of the project is now operational, comprising 200MW, and an additional 100MW will come in 2026. The combined 300MW/600MWh is over 30% of installed battery storage capacity in Scotland to date. Strategically located to mitigate grid congestion from nearby wind farms, the new storage site will save consumers an estimated £170 million over the next 15 years and help avoid 2.6 million tons of CO₂ emissions. Europe’s new largest battery will also provide Stability Services to its network operator, increasing security and reliability. To learn more about Zenobē’s work, check out details of their upcoming webinar with CALSTART, located in the “Upcoming Events” section below. Orange EV Introduces 7.5-year Warranty Electric terminal truck manufacturer on their batteries, powertrains, and electric components. The prolonged coverage is unmatched in the industry, where typical warranties are 1-2 years or 6,000 hours. Orange EV’s class 8 trucks have been in use since 2015 across much of the US, Canada, and the Caribbean, with deliveries to more than 300 fleets and over 20 million miles of service. This experience backs up the confidence of offering such an extended warranty, increasing reliability and cost savings for fleets. The warranty is also transferrable, easing worries about resale value. Harbinger’s New IRA Risk-Free Guarantee Medium-duty EV focused , and has launched the IRA Risk-Free Guarantee to keep prices as low as possible for customers. The IRA’s 45W Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit gives up to $40,000 per EV for fleets, but with the ongoing uncertainty around federal funding programs, Harbinger is guaranteeing a discount similar to the tax credit. How it works: customers will receive a credit at purchase, and if the IRA tax credit stays active for 2025, they will pay Harbinger in a later second payment. If the credit is canceled, Harbinger will cancel the second payment, ensuring customers pay the discounted price no matter what. Harbinger’s electric chassis is built for medium-duty applications like vans, box trucks, RVs, and emergency vehicles, and increasing cost parity can make the technology an attractive alternative to diesel for fleets. Greenlane’s Electric Charging Truck Stop and New Technology Suite Greenlane is making major strides in advancing public charging for commercial medium- and heavy-duty fleets, in Colton, California next month. The site will include over 40 chargers, a mix of pull-through 400 kW dual-port and 180kW chargers. Greenlane plans to deploy solar panels and battery storage systems during a later development phase. In anticipation of the flagship truck stop opening, aimed at addressing fleet manager and driver pain points. Along with a new website, Greenlane is introducing an app for drivers to check charger availability and reserve spots, a portal for fleet managers and dispatchers to better plan and manage routes, and an Application Programming Interface (API) to enhance fleet management data. New Zeroing in on Zero-Emission Buses Report is Out! CALSTART’s latest research is live! Our new shows that transit agencies continue to adopt zero-emission buses across the U.S.—despite industry headwinds. Updated annually, Zeroing in on Zero-Emission Buses (ZEBs) provides the number of funded, ordered, delivered, and/or deployed transit ZEBs within the United States. These vehicles offer lifecycle cost savings for transit agencies while providing cleaner air for the communities they serve—and this series is the definitive resource for those seeking up-to-date counts of both full-size and small transit ZEBs adopted across the country. Dive deeper into the data in our full report: Events: Upcoming webinar: Second-Life Battery Market & EV Residual Values March 19, 9:00-10:00am PST Register here: Join the Pacific Northwest (PNW) Battery Collaborative for its first event beyond the PNW with co-hosts CALSTART and The New York Climate Exchange for a virtual event that will delve deep into the rapidly emerging second-life electric vehicle (EV) battery market. We'll hear from two companies leading this industry: Moment Energy and Zenobē Energy. ! Date: March 27, 9:00-10:00 am PT.     Join CALSTART for an exclusive webinar on green steel, featuring leading innovators Electra, Boston Metal, and Stegra. Learn how automakers can analyze their supply chains, navigate key sustainability commitments, and explore offtake opportunities for low-carbon iron and steel. REGISTER HERE [button]   Zenobē Powers Up a World First Solution and Europe’s Biggest Battery at Blackhillock, Scotland, Zenobē Orange EV Announces New Industry-Leading 7.5-Year Warranty Covering Battery, Powertrain & Electric Components, PR Newswire Harbinger Stabilizes EV Pricing with IRA Guarantee, The EV Report Greenlane’s Flagship Electric Charging Truck Stop to Open in April, Electrek Greenlane Unveils Technology Suite and Advanced Charging Innovations to Streamline Commercial EV Fleet Operations, Greenlane /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35684720

Mobility House / Waymo / Camber / and Ice Cream Trucks, y'all 03/07/2025

Mobility House / Waymo / Camber / and Ice Cream Trucks, y'all The Mobility House to Lead Vehicle-to-Everything Program , has been selected by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center to lead a statewide vehicle-to-everything (V2X) program to unlock the potential of EVs as mobile energy storage. Working alongside clean energy solutions provider Resource Innovations, the two-year initiative will deploy 100 bidirectional chargers to residential, school bus, municipal, and commercial fleet participants, activating EVs as mobile energy storage assets. Prioritizing low-income and disadvantaged communities, program participants will receive the charging station equipment and installation at no cost. The program’s V2X technology will add an estimated 1.5MW of new storage capacity across the state, hopefully creating a scalable blueprint for future programs nationwide. Camber Helps Transit Agency Electrify Fleet electrification specialist in Central Texas, delivering 2.9 megawatts of power to their primary bus depot in Austin. A milestone in CapMetro’s ongoing electrification efforts, the two 1440 kW Camber Charging Systems can charge up to 48 electric buses simultaneously. Camber is also providing support services to ensure the vehicles are well maintained and optimized for efficiency. The new charging systems are interoperable with different vehicles, building the agency’s resiliency against future changes to fleet composition or advancements in technology. Camber President, Brendan Harney, said of the endeavor: “Our partnership with CapMetro represents a significant step forward in the electrification of public transit, showcasing how charging solutions at scale can empower communities to embrace a more sustainable future without sacrificing reliability.” Waymo’s Popularity Continues to Grow If you’ve walked around Los Angeles, Phoenix, or San Francisco lately, chances are you’ve seen one of Waymo’s self-driving rideshare vehicles. , a remarkable increase from the 100,000 weekly rides it was reporting back in August. Across its service areas, Waymo’s vehicles drive more than 1 million miles each week. These figures are expected to keep their rapid growth, as Waymo and Uber launch a partnership to offer robotaxis in Austin and Atlanta this year, with services in Miami coming early next year. Electrify America Boosts Charging Experience for Customers One of the country’s largest fast-charging networks, made in 2024 to expand charging and enhance customer experience. Electrify America tracked more than 16 million charging sessions last year, a 50% increase from 2023. The charging network itself grew to 4,800 DC fast chargers across 1,000 stations, with a focus on opening larger stations in convenient locations. In an effort to decrease wait times for available chargers, Electrify America is also rolling out idle fees that kick in once an EV reaches an 85% charge and hangs out over 10 minutes. Rivian and Ben & Jerry’s Sweet Collaboration Electric automaker Rivian is teaming up with eccentric ice cream maker Ben and Jerry’s to launch a new fleet of “scoop trucks”. Built on Rivian’s Commercial Van platform, the electric scoop trucks will debut at the upcoming South by Southwest conference before a nationwide tour. The collaboration emphasizes each company’s commitment to environmental sustainability, and the vans’ ~160 mile range is ideal for events and catering needs... or driving around town delivering ice cream. Upcoming events: CALSTART Member Reception presented by Optimal EV Date: Tuesday, March 11th, 2025 Time: 5:30p-7:30p Location: Toftrees Golf Resort (One Country Club Lane, State College, PA 16803) The Aspen Room Registration is required; please email Megan Fine () to register. Webinar: State of Zero-Emission Trucks in New York March 21st | 12:00 - 1:00 pm Join industry experts and community partners to learn about the actions driving New York’s success and how innovative policies such as the Advanced Clean Trucks rule are contributing to the significant progress the state has already achieved in deploying zero-emission technologies, attracting investment, and creating clean energy jobs. . CALSTART Webinar, March 13th – Making the Grade: Accelerating the Transition to Cleaner School Buses The shift to electric school buses offers school districts cost savings and operational improvements, all while helping to improve community air quality. This webinar, co-hosted by EDTA and featuring CALSTART clean school bus experts Alise Crippen and Ian Fried, will guide you through the steps and strategies for effectively implementing electric bus fleets and showcase how school districts around the country are leading the way in making the transition. ! ------------------------------------- Resource Innovations and The Mobility House Tapped to Lead Massachusetts Statewide Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Demonstration Program, The Mobility House, Camber Expands EV Charging Footprint in Austin, Texas, Delivering Power to CapMetro’s Transit Bus Fleet, Business Wire, Waymo Has Doubled its Weekly Robotaxi Rides in Less Than a Year, TechCrunch, Electrify America’s 2024 Stats Reveal How the EV Market is Blowing Up, Inside EVs, Rivian and Ben & Jerry’s Unveil Electric Scoop Trucks, The EV Report, /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35571555

Ree Automotive / Rivian / EO Charging / Bollinger Motors and More 02/28/2025

Ree Automotive / Rivian / EO Charging / Bollinger Motors and More Many thanks to the members who joined this week’s CEO Member Briefing webinar! to learn more about exclusive member-only opportunities. Bollinger and EO Charging Team Up Electric truck manufacturer to provide commercial fleet customers with EO’s suite of charging solutions and services. Bollinger launched their B4 Chassis Cab last year, an all-new, all-electric class 4 commercial truck designed with extensive input from fleets and upfitters. The B4 is fully compatible with EO charging hardware, allowing customers to source and pair their vehicles and infrastructure with ease. With over 100,000 charging units deployed over 1,000+ sites globally, EO Charging provides charger installation, a complete tech stack, and 24/7 support to guarantee >99% uptime. REE Automotive and Geotab Enhance Fleet Data Analytics In further partnership news, electric vehicle and technology powerhouse and fleet management provider Geotab to enhance data analytics for fleets in North America. Those purchasing REE’s software defined vehicles can utilize Geotab’s data-driven intelligence to optimize fleet performance. The world’s #1 commercial telematics provider, Geotab’s GO platform analyzes metrics like speed and range to give operators actionable insight. Integrated with the REEai Cloud, fleets have access to the most comprehensive data possible to streamline performance. InCharge to Offer Financing for Charging Options Customers needing infrastructure solutions on a budget might be interested in a new . InCharge provides charging solutions and service offerings to fleets of all sizes with a range of customizable financial solutions to suit diverse needs and budgets. DLL is an international leader in asset finance solutions for equipment and technology, with a focus on supporting clean energy and decarbonization initiatives. By working together, InCharge and DLL aim to further the landscape for of customized financing solutions to accelerate the transition to EVs for businesses, schools, and other organizations. Chargepoly Provides Charging Infrastructure for Major Canadian Logistics Firm Global technology and engineering provider for Nationex’s heavy-duty EV fleet. Operating one of the largest electric fleets in Québec, Nationex recently celebrated delivering one million parcels via EV. The project is part of the Québec-Montréal Corridor Vert initiative, a public-private partnership aiming to electrify transport corridors across Québec and into Ontario. Chargepoly specializes in all-weather charging infrastructure for medium and heavy-duty fleets delivering up to 400kw of power. In addition to hardware, Chargepoly offers a full suite of EVSE services from installation and operation to optimization and maintenance. Rivian to Offer Custom EV Solutions Through Upfit Program On the heels of the news they’ll be offering their electric vans to fleets and businesses of any size, for customers. Partnering with several commercial vehicle providers, the Upfit Program seeks to simplify the ordering process and offer fleet managers an experience similar to a dealership. Rivian’s R1T, R1S, and delivery van are all eligible for upfitting. Trump Administration Orders Federal Charging Stations be Disconnected The General Services Administration, responsible for managing buildings owned by the federal government, . Referring to the hundreds of nationwide chargers as “not mission critical”, decommissioning the chargers means neither government owned vehicles nor privately owned vehicles will be able to charge at federal buildings. While the federal government had plans to replace hundreds of thousands of vehicles with EVs under the Biden administration, the GSA is now reportedly looking to offload their EVs. Upcoming CALSTART Webinar, March 13th – Making the Grade: Accelerating the Transition to Cleaner School Buses The shift to clean school buses offers significant health and environmental benefits for students and communities by reducing emissions and improving air quality. This webinar, co-hosted by EDTA and featuring CALSTART clean school bus experts Alise Crippen and Ian Fried, will guide you through the steps and strategies for effectively implementing electric bus fleets and showcase how school districts around the country are leading the way in making the transition. ! Mark Your Calendars for Impulsion 2025 Propulsion Québec, the electric and smart transportation cluster, presents the 5th edition of . The event will take place on March 31 and April 1, 2025 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Does your organization want to get involved in the energy transition and transportation electrification? Seize this opportunity and attend Canada's largest EST Summit! Discover the ambitions and innovations of key players shaping our industry through multiple panels, workshops, strategic discussions, and networking sessions. More than 1,500 participants and over 70 local and international exhibitors, particularly from Sweden, the country of honor, are expected. Book your tickets here, and reach out to to learn more about exhibiting. -------- Bollinger Motors Partners with EO Charging to Provide Cost-Effective Fleet Electrification Solutions, PR Newswire REE Automotive Collaborates with Geotab to Provide Advanced Data Analytics to Fleets, REE Automotive, InCharge Energy and DLL Partner to Expand Availability and Affordability of Electric Fleet Charging in the U.S., Offering Comprehensive Energy Solutions, Services, and Maintenance, InCharge, Chargepoly Provides Electric Truck Charging Infrastructure for a Major Logistics Firm in Québec, ChargedEVs, Rivain Upfit Program Offers Custom EV Solutions for Fleets, ChargedEVs, The GSA is Shutting Down its EV Chargers, Calling them ‘Not Mission Critical’, The Verge, /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35443215

REE Automotive / Ford Mach-E /Solid-State Batteries from BYD / NASCAR and ABB / ISUZU 02/20/2025

REE Automotive / Ford Mach-E /Solid-State Batteries from BYD / NASCAR and ABB / ISUZU Welcome New Members. Let’s Make an Impact Together. A warm welcome to new CALSTART member: REE Automotive Trucks Bring Healthcare to Rural Communities to supply a fleet of P7 electric trucks to bring healthcare services to underserved, rural communities in the U.S. Mission Mobile Medical is the world’s largest mobile health company and recently ordered and secured priority production of the P7, with the first delivery planned this year. With a fully flat chassis, the P7 is an ideal candidate for Mission Mobile to build out medical facilities on the trucks and provides REE’s x-by-wire system for enhanced maneuverability. Tali Miller, Chief Business Officer of REE, said, “This collaboration demonstrates how zero-emission vehicles can provide essential services efficiently and at scale, creating positive impact for our communities.” Ford Set New Sales Record in January At least one OEM is navigating the current market with some success: Ford set two new records for EV sales last month. They sold nearly 19,000 electrified vehicles (which includes hybrids and plug-ins), a new record for January. , and over 3,500 of them were Mustang Mach-Es. Compared to last January, Ford saw a 21.2% increase in overall EV sales and a 173% increase in Mach-E sales. Ford reported a 35% year-over-year increase in EV sales in 2024 and has kept the momentum in 2025 despite massive political changes dominating the news. These numbers could be a result of the new Ford Power Promise, which offers free hardware and installation of a Level 2 charger at home and robust customer education and support resources. Isuzu Announces New Factory in the U.S. in South Carolina to assemble battery-powered and ICE vehicles, aiming to be operational in 2027. The manufacturer sold a record 44,000 vehicles in North America last year and is hoping to further boost production capacity with a second facility in the states. This will be Isuzu’s first factory without conveyors or pits in their production line, which should help employees switch between ICE and EV assembly easily. BYD Reveals “God’s Eye” Tech and Talks Solid-State Batteries The world’s largest EV producer, BYD, might be leading the pack in technology as well as sales. Last week they announced a , and it’ll be accessible for even the most-affordable vehicles in their lineup. The most basic of the offering, the God’s Eye C system has 12 cameras, 5 mm-wave radars, and 12 ultrasonic radars, while the more advanced A and B systems have LiDAR. It’s speculated the technology will be activated in existing cars and customers won’t have to pay to utilize it. Not stopping at one tech breakthrough, and anticipate starting “mass demonstrations” in a couple years. Theoretically, solid-state batteries would be safer and more efficient than their liquid electrolyte counterparts, but widespread production and use is still years away. Daytona 500 Goes Electric ABB is helping NASCAR, an association synonymous with ICE vehicles, dip their toe in the electric revolution. The two powerhouses unveiled an EV prototype last year that debuted as a pace car at the Daytona 500 this past Sunday. ABB is also providing guidance and equipment for NASCAR’s IMPACT initiative, aimed at reducing the carbon footprint across operations by 2035. Along with the ABB vehicle, an electric Chevy Blazer was the first official EV pace car at this year’s Daytona 500, and NASCAR announced plans for deployment of 30 Level 2 chargers at Daytona International Speedway. Mark Your Calendars for Impulsion 2025 Propulsion Québec, the electric and smart transportation cluster, presents the 5th edition of . The event will take place on March 31 and April 1, 2025 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Does your organization want to get involved in the energy transition and transportation electrification? Seize this opportunity and attend Canada's largest EST Summit! Discover the ambitions and innovations of key players shaping our industry through multiple panels, workshops, strategic discussions, and networking sessions. More than 1,500 participants and over 70 local and international exhibitors, particularly from Sweden, the country of honor, are expected. Book your tickets here, and reach out to to learn more about exhibiting. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mission Mobile Medical and REE Automotive Collaborate to Transport Healthcare to Millions of Rural Americans, GlobeNewswire, https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/02/13/3025759/0/en/Mission-Mobile-Medical-and-REE-Automotive-Collaborate-to-Transport-Healthcare-to-Millions-of-Rural-Americans.html Ford EVs Set New Sales Records in the U.S. in January, InsideEVs Isuzu to Build New EV Truck Factory in the U.S., InsideEVs BYD Beats Tesla Again as its ‘God’s Eye’ Self-Driving Tech Leapfrogs FSD, TheDrive, BYD Has Already Produced its First Solid-State Cells, Electrive, Daytona 500: ABB and NASCAR’s Electric Vehicle, Sustainability Magazine, /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35364445

Range Energy/ZF/Rivian/Revel 02/12/2025

Range Energy/ZF/Rivian/Revel Welcome New Members. Let’s Make an Impact Together. A warm welcome to new CALSTART member: Range Energy Partners with ZF Electric-powered trailer manufacturer to accelerate development of the Range eTrailer system across North America. Utilizing ZF’s AxTrax 2 e-axle in Range’s eTrailers will increase efficiency, resulting in reduced emissions and extended range. ZF will also help Range build relationships with OEMs and component suppliers to speed deployment. Compatible with any tow vehicle, Range trailers can help fleets transition towards electrification with minimal disruptions. Rivian Opens Van Sales to Any Fleet to any fleet in the U.S., no longer exclusive to just Amazon. In 2019 Rivian announced plans to produce 100,000 electric vans for Amazon and has delivered ~20,000 so far. They’ve also changed the name from “Electric Delivery Van” to “Rivian Commercial Vehicle”, signaling a broader applications beyond delivery vehicles. The vans are still not available to individuals for purchase, although businesses can purchase as few as one vehicle, starting around $80k. Rivian is expecting to start delivering orders in April, so we might be seeing more vans on the road sooner rather than later. Revel Secures $60 Million to Build Chargers While the current and future status of federal funding for EV initiatives remains unclear, New York State has reaffirmed its commitment to electrification by awarding . The funding is a loan from the New York Green Bank, the state’s clean-energy investment fund, and will support building 267 charging stalls across nine new sites. The New York Governor’s office says 178 of the stalls should be active within the next 12 months, with the first sites near LaGuardia Airport, JFK Airport, and an impressive 60-stall site in Queens. The announcement shows that despite the current administration’s ongoing plans to reverse Biden-era climate policies, states still have considerable power in pushing the EV industry forward. Archive of IIJA and IRA Webpages In anticipation of the new administration, like IIJA and IRA. Along with the disbursement of IIJA and IRA funds being halted, a significant number of resources have been removed from federal websites. Atlas Public Policy has created a with hundreds of webpages preserving fact sheets, program guidance, tool kits, and more. Upcoming Webinar: Unlock Transit Funding Before It’s Gone How can you help California’s transit agencies maximize their funding potential through HVIP and EnergIIZE programs? Don’t miss this CALACT & CTA Transit Talks webinar on February 19, featuring CALSTART experts Katrina Bayer, Hannah Hamilton, Aidan Anthony & Ian Cadger. Register here: ------- Range and ZF expand electric trailer adoption, The EV Report Rivian will now sell its commercial van to any fleet, starting at $79,900, Electrek Revel snags $60 million to build 267 EV chargers in New York, InsideEVs Outlining the federal data archiving initiative, Atlas Public Policy /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35258040

Executive Orders / Tesla / XO / Impulsion 02/05/2025

Executive Orders / Tesla / XO / Impulsion NewsNotes CALSTART Members-Only Webinar: Navigating Executive Orders and Market Dynamics in the Zero-Emission Industry | Feb 12, 10am PST / 1pm EST CALSTART's policy team is hosting a member-exclusive webinar that delves into the critical implications of the early executive orders issued by the second Trump administration and their impact on the zero-emission industry. To register, reach out to Rachel Baker (). Nuvve Selects Key Hardware Supplier Nuvve, an industry leader in vehicle-to-grid technology, has chosen Tellus Power Green as a key supplier for their advanced charging portfolio. After a rigorous review of 30+ companies, is the first step of expanding their supplier ecosystem to keep pace with growing demand for electrification. Tellus chargers are engineered to meet the strict requirements for V2G applications and designed to provide scalable and cost-effective solutions for fleet and infrastructure operators. ZM Trucks announces new factory in Fontana, California, with production starting later this year. Also operating as a regional headquarters, the facility will assemble electric commercial trucks, terminal tractors, and airport ground service equipment. The manufacturer already has an established plant in Cambodia that supplies the Asia-Pacific market. The new, stateside production site is part of ZO Motors’ global strategy which also includes expanding into South America and the Middle East. DHL Enhances Commitment to Sustainable Logistics , a battery and energy tech manufacturer, to reduce emissions from their global logistics operations. DHL will adopt CATL’s liquid cooling energy storage systems and energy management platforms in their facilities, along with battery swapping and superfast charging systems. The new technology will help DHL optimize energy consumption across operations and will play a key role in their goal of achieving net zero logistics by 2050. CATL will also utilize DHL as their preferred logistics provider, establishing a framework for how strategic partnerships can move global supply chains in a more energy-efficient direction. Tesla Sales Drop Double Digits in California The California New Car Dealers Association released its Q4 2024 report, with almost 27,000 fewer EVs sold in 2024. This marks the fifth consecutive quarterly decline in registrations for Tesla, further shaking their previous dominance in the market. Tesla held 60% of the California EV market in 2023 but only held a slight majority in 2024 at 52.5%. Despite the market leader faltering, the California ZEV market share was 22% in 2024, up from 21.7% in 2023, proving interest in EVs remains strong in the Golden State. Waymo’s AVs Safer than Human Drivers Findings from a new study indicate than vehicles driven by humans. The research evaluated liability claims from over 25 million miles driven by Waymo, with only nine property damage claims and two bodily injury claims. Human-driven vehicles over the same distance have approximately 78 property damage claims and 26 bodily injury claims. The results are even more impressive in percentage format: Waymo’s autonomous fleet saw 88% fewer property damage claims and 92% less bodily injury claims. Of the few claims made, the study found Waymo vehicles had minimal responsibility in most incidents. Accredited findings like these are crucial in verifying the safety of AVs and scaling their adoption on broader scales. Mark Your Calendars for Impulsion 2025 Propulsion Québec, the electric and smart transportation cluster, presents the 5th edition of . The event will take place on March 31 and April 1, 2025 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Does your organization want to get involved in the energy transition and transportation electrification? Seize this opportunity and attend Canada's largest EST Summit! Discover the ambitions and innovations of key players shaping our industry through multiple panels, workshops, strategic discussions, and networking sessions. More than 1,500 participants and over 70 local and international exhibitors, particularly from Sweden, the country of honor, are expected. Book your tickets here, and reach out to to learn more about exhibiting. -------------------------------------------- Nuvve selects Tellus as a key hardware supplier for its charging solutions, BusinessWire ZM Trucks to launch US production in California in 2025, Transport Topics How CATL and DHL are working towards sustainable logistics, EV Magazine Tesla’s sales drop double digits in the US’ biggest EV market, while others are growing, Electrek Waymo’s AVs safer than human drivers, Swiss Re study finds, EV Magazine /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35165410

New Members Locus / Enso / RIZON / GM / Hyundai / Turntide and more 01/30/2025

New Members Locus / Enso / RIZON / GM / Hyundai / Turntide and more Welcome New Members. Let’s Make an Impact Together. A warm welcome to new CALSTART member, ! NewsNotes Enso partners with i247 Group British tire manufacturer to expand access to Enso’s EV-specific tires. The agreement enables the tires to be sold at several major retailers and provides mobile fitting services for fleet vehicles, increasing their accessibility and appeal for fleet owners. The only certified B Corp in the tire industry, Enso’s tires can extend EV range up to 10% and reduce particulate pollution by 35% compared to traditional tires. Coming off their recent strategic partnership with Uber, Enso is building their presence in the U.S. with plans for a carbon-neutral factory scheduled to open in 2027. RIZON Launches EV Dump Truck Earlier his week, medium-duty electric truck manufacturer . The country has committed to a net-zero future by 2032, and Villamar Construction, based in Victoria, BC, is helping pave the way with their new RIZON. The manufacturer offers four models in Canada, each made with cold-weather performance in mind. A newer CALSTART member, RIZON has been garnering interest in the commercial truck market thanks to high-performing electric motors, high-speed charging capabilities, and a relatively low cost of ownership. GM Pilots Mobile Chargers Amidst Wildfire Crisis In the wake of wildfires racing across Southern California, aimed at helping employees, customers, and communities affected by the fires. Starting February 1, GM will deploy mobile EV chargers across LA to support those who have lost access to charging infrastructure. The project features two additional CALSTART members: three liquid propane-powered chargers from Yoshi Mobility, and a mobile station from InCharge with five DC fast chargers. Along with charging support, GM is offering several financial and practical support programs for those impacted in SoCal. Hyundai and GM Consider Joining Forces to re-badge Hyundai vehicles to supply to GM, in anticipation of slowing sales and potential policy changes in the U.S. Teaming up could be a way for both automakers to find success in an increasingly uncertain market. Not stopping at only one U.S. partner, Hyundai is also considering supplying their Ioniq 5 to robotaxi developer Waymo as they work on their autonomous technology offering. Turntide Technologies February 4th Webinar: Safer Battery Solutions New CALSTART member Turntide Technologies is holding a webinar on February 4th titled Safer Battery Solutions: How to Comply with New Regulations. This webinar will discuss new E.U. battery regulations on the horizon for vehicles and equipment. With these new regulations, designers and manufacturers have new challenges to solve including delivering safer battery solutions. These regulations are from the E.U. and include requirements around fire safety and thermal propagation, recycling, and battery passports. On the Road to Zero: Spotlight on Sucess | POLA and POLB The Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and CALSTART, are leading a groundbreaking shift to zero-emissions drayage trucks. Through a $60 million joint fund, this partnership funded nearly 800 battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trucks in its first year (November 2023 – October 2024), improving air quality and setting a national standard for port sustainability. to hear from port officials and fleet operators who are navigating and leveraging incentives to make zero-emissions trucking a reality. New Study Finds EVs Last as Long as ICE Vehicles Using nearly 300 million test records from the UK Ministry of Transport, on the road between 2005 and 2022 to estimate vehicle longevity and analyze the survival rate of different powertrains. While the study found early electric vehicles were less reliable than those with an internal combustion engine, newer EVs have achieved comparable lifespans thanks to technological advancements and investments in the industry. The study found that, on average, EVs have a lifespan of 18.4 years and can travel 124,000 miles, even surpassing some traditional cars in longevity. ----------------- /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/35075640

CALSTART Announcements / Trump Administration / BYD / Rivian 01/23/2025

CALSTART Announcements / Trump Administration / BYD / Rivian Welcome New Members. Let’s Make an Impact Together. A warm welcome to new CALSTART members: , , and NewsNotes Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to reschedule the 2025 CALSTART Member Symposium. The safety and well-being of our members, attendees, and partners remain our highest priorities, and we are committed to hosting a successful event under better circumstances. To help us make an informed decision about the new date and location, we would greatly appreciate your input. If you could please take 1 min to complete the 2 question survey to identify the best date/location for you to attend, we would greatly appreciate it! CALSTART Releases 6th Zeroing in on ZETs Report Last week CALSTART published the 6th iteration of our . This update highlights the continued increase in medium- and heavy-duty ZET deployments in the U.S. and offers insights into key trends driving growth in this market, as well as opportunities to further accelerate this growth. CALSTART members can register for an exclusive briefing on 1/28 . CALSTART Launches Innovative Financing Toolkit Kabir Nadkarni, CALSTART’s EV Industry Assessment Specialist, has curated a series of five innovative financing knowledge products to offer actionable insights for green banks, investors, philanthropic foundations, and financial institutions to de-risk investment in the ZEV sector and improve the economic viability of ZEVs. Featured financial strategies have been validated by CALSTART’s member companies and investor network. “Successful investors understand that funding early-stage zero-emission transportation companies demands precision—matching the right financial tool to the right challenge,” . “CALSTART’s financing toolkit harnesses the ingenuity of our member companies to showcase actionable strategies that green banks, investors, foundations, and lenders can apply to stimulate investment in zero-emission vehicles.” . The New Administration Signals Intent to Curb EV Industry It’s safe to say much of the industry has been waiting with bated breath to see how the new administration will handle the pro-EV legacy Biden is leaving behind. Amidst the flurry of executive orders Trump signed on his first day back in office, imposed under the former administration. While there was never a mandate to force consumers to purchase EVs, Trump’s “Unleashing American Energy” order revokes a non-binding goal set by Biden for EVs to comprise half of new car sales by 2030. Additionally, the order aims to eliminate a federal exemption that allows California to phase out ICE vehicle sales by 2035. It’s predicted Trump will also work to repeal the $7,500 tax credit for anyone purchasing a new EV. BYD to Open Another EV Plant Overseas Last year’s “largest EV maker” BYD recently confirmed its intention to open another EV plant overseas by the end of 2025. The $1 billion Indonesia plant will be able to produce 150,000 vehicles annually and is a cornerstone in their plan to aggressively expand into overseas markets. The new manufacturing hub also aids Indonesia’s goal of building 600,000 EVs domestically by 2030. Rivian and DOE Finalize $6.6bn loan Last week CALSTART Board Member agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy to support the building of its next manufacturing facility in Georgia. Construction is expected to begin next year and support the creation of 7,500 new manufacturing jobs. Number of EV Chargers Doubled Over Past 4 Years If you drive an EV, you may have noticed the considerable improvement in charging station availability over the past few years – , prevalence has more than doubled from 2021’s 95,000 chargers. Despite this considerable progress, the U.S. is still far short of the ~1.2 million public chargers an NREL report predicts are necessary by 2030 to support EV sales targets. ------------------------- CALSTART releases 6th zeroing in on ZETs report, Register for the CALSTART member briefing CALSTART launches an innovative financing toolkit to accelerate zero-emission transportation, Access toolkit here What’s next for EVs as Trump moves to revoke Biden-era incentives, AP News BYD is about to open another massive EV plant overseas with 150,000 vehicle capacity, Electrek Rivian and U.S. department of energy finalize loan agreement to support future georgia manufacturing site, Rivian It’s getting easier to find a charger for your electric car, Axios /episode/index/show/9eaadcec-484e-4531-a78f-ee04a03a9151/id/34971470

NYT, Charging Awards, Shell and EO Charging, Stellantis, and Harbinger Motors 01/15/2025

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