Tag: Electric Vehicles

Rivian Plant Tour

Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe takes viewers behind the scenes to explain how the company is producing electric vehicles at scale…

Turn 14 Distribution Adds EvoCharge to Line Card

Performance parts distributor Turn 14 Distribution has added electric vehicle charging station producer EvoCharge to its line card, the company announced. “EvoCharge is a leading manufacturer of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging and cable management solutions. The 1.1MW solar carport and eight EV chargers installed at our Horsham, [Pennsylvania] headquarters show our early commitment to the… Continue reading Turn 14 Distribution Adds EvoCharge to Line Card

Report: Ford CEO Planning 100% Online EV Sales

In a recent speech, Ford CEO Jim Farley said the company is targeting 100% online electric vehicle sales for the manufacturer, as well as nonnegotiable, fixed prices, according to a report from Yahoo. In the new system, according to the report, dealerships would no longer stocky inventory, but serve as pickup sites for online orders.… Continue reading Report: Ford CEO Planning 100% Online EV Sales

SEMA-Sponsored Electric Conversion Bill Passes in California Assembly

A SEMA-backed bill offering incentives to convert gas-powered cars into electric vehicles passed unanimously in the California State Assembly, the trade organization announced. The legislation would provide eligible motorists who convert their vehicle with a $2,000 rebate. The bill currently awaits a vote in the California State Senate. Click here for more information, including how… Continue reading SEMA-Sponsored Electric Conversion Bill Passes in California Assembly

Porsche Invests in Rimac

Porsche has invested in Rimac, the Croation automotive technology group, by participating in a Series D funding round, the German automaker announced. The total volume of the round is $536 million, with Porsche investing an eight-figure sum, the company said. “We’re delighted that Rimac has gained prominent new investors, and we are optimistic about the… Continue reading Porsche Invests in Rimac

Georgia Tech Wins 2022 EcoCAR Mobility Challenge

Georgia Tech takes top honors in The EcoCAR Mobility Challenge

Georgia Institute of Technology has been named The EcoCAR Mobility Challenge Year Four champion, taking the lead in the four-year collegiate automotive engineering competition, contest officials announced. Rounding out the top three are Ohio State in second place and University of Alabama in third place. The competition challenged 11 North American universities to improve the… Continue reading Georgia Tech Wins 2022 EcoCAR Mobility Challenge

Electrify America Partners with Bank of America to Expand Network

Electric vehicle charging station at Bank of America financial center

Electrify America is partnering with Bank of America to more than double the number of financial centers equipped with electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by the end of 2023, the companies announced. As of the beginning of this year, 172 Electrify America individual EV chargers have been installed at 46 financial centers – totals the… Continue reading Electrify America Partners with Bank of America to Expand Network

Hyundai Motor Group to Build U.S. EV, Battery Plant

Hyundai Motor Group has entered into an agreement with the state of Georgia to build its first dedicated full electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facilities in the U.S, the automaker announced. The investment aims to support Hyundai’s goal of expanding its electric mobility presence in the U.S. market, the company said. “As one of the… Continue reading Hyundai Motor Group to Build U.S. EV, Battery Plant

Legacy EV Unveils College EV Training Program

Legacy EV, a developer of electric vehicle (EV) aftermarket applications and education programs, has announced that automotive technician students at the Carroll Shelby Automotive Program at Northeast Texas Community College can earn an EV certification. It will be the nation’s first program offered by an accredited college to prepare students to work on EV systems… Continue reading Legacy EV Unveils College EV Training Program

McLaren Racing Joins Formula E

McLaren Racing will enter the all-electric 2022-2023 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship joining the team’s portfolio of Formula 1, IndyCar, Extreme E and esports, the organization announced. “The move into Formula E not only reflects McLaren’s commitment to EV motorsport but the aim to accelerate McLaren Racing’s sustainability journey and reach a new, more… Continue reading McLaren Racing Joins Formula E