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Electrify America Simplifies Charging Payments for EV Drivers
Solutions1h ago

Electrify America Simplifies Charging Payments for EV Drivers

One of America's largest EV charging networks just ditched confusing account balances and automatic reloads in favor of straightforward credit card billing. The change affects more than 5,600 chargers across 47 states and makes charging as simple as swiping your card.

Electrek3 min read
Santa Barbara Renters Get Free EV Charging Help
Solutions7h ago

Santa Barbara Renters Get Free EV Charging Help

A new program in Santa Barbara is making electric vehicle ownership accessible to apartment dwellers by covering most of the cost to install chargers at multifamily buildings. Renters have long been locked out of EV adoption due to charging barriers.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Wisconsin Invests $40M in Highway EV Charging Stations
Planet Wins1d ago

Wisconsin Invests $40M in Highway EV Charging Stations

Wisconsin is rolling out $40 million to add electric vehicle charging stations along major highways, making road trips easier for EV drivers. With 21 stations already serving travelers and 78 projects funded, the state is helping remove a major barrier to electric vehicle adoption.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Kentucky Expands EV Charging to Rural Communities
Solutions1d ago

Kentucky Expands EV Charging to Rural Communities

Kentucky is rolling out its fourth round of electric vehicle charging stations, this time focusing on rural areas and smaller cities that haven't been served yet. With nearly $70 million in federal funding, the state has already opened 12 fast-charging sites and is building a network that works for everyone.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
14 EV Charging Hubs Coming to East Coast by 2026
Innovation3d ago

14 EV Charging Hubs Coming to East Coast by 2026

Two major charging companies are teaming up to install 14 new fast-charging stations across America's East Coast, making electric road trips easier for millions of drivers. The expansion tackles one of EV owners' biggest concerns: reliable public charging.

Electrek2 min read
Wisconsin Opens $40M in EV Charging Grants This Summer
Solutions6d ago

Wisconsin Opens $40M in EV Charging Grants This Summer

Wisconsin just completed its main highway charging network and is now investing $40 million to bring fast-charging stations to smaller communities. Businesses near highway exits can apply for grants covering up to 80% of installation costs.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Native Tribes Build Their Own EV Charging Network
Solutions6d ago

Native Tribes Build Their Own EV Charging Network

Twenty-three Native American tribes are bypassing federal gridlock to build their own electric vehicle charging network across tribal lands. Electric Nation has already installed over 75% of planned chargers where government maps still show blank spaces.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Wisconsin Opens $40M in EV Charging Grants for Highways
InnovationMay 27

Wisconsin Opens $40M in EV Charging Grants for Highways

Wisconsin just unlocked $40 million in grants to expand electric vehicle charging stations along major highways, making road trips easier for EV drivers. Applications are open now through July, with stations set to pop up within a mile of highway exits across the state.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
2,500 EV Chargers Coming to Apartments Nationwide
VideosMay 24

2,500 EV Chargers Coming to Apartments Nationwide

A private partnership is bringing electric vehicle charging to 2,500 apartment and condo parking spots starting in 2026. The expansion solves a major roadblock for renters who want to go electric but lack home charging options.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Boston Apartments Install 64 EV Chargers for Residents
SolutionsMay 23

Boston Apartments Install 64 EV Chargers for Residents

A new Boston apartment complex just made electric car ownership far easier for city dwellers. The Hyde Park development launched with 64 charging stations built in from day one, the largest residential EV charging project in Boston's history.

Electrek2 min read
92 EV Chargers Coming to 14 East Coast Stations
VideosMay 23

92 EV Chargers Coming to 14 East Coast Stations

Two companies are installing 92 new electric vehicle charging ports across 14 stations, with most locations opening on the East Coast in 2026. The chargers will be placed near convenience stores and high-traffic areas, making it easier for drivers to charge while shopping or running errands.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Hawaii Opens 24/7 EV Charging Station on Maui
SolutionsMay 22

Hawaii Opens 24/7 EV Charging Station on Maui

A new fast charging station just opened at Kapalua Airport, bringing reliable electric vehicle charging to West Maui residents and visitors around the clock. Hawaii is taking a fresh approach to building charging infrastructure that could help other states keep their stations running smoothly.

Electrek2 min read
Bojangles Launches EV Charging at Georgia Restaurant
SolutionsMay 21

Bojangles Launches EV Charging at Georgia Restaurant

A Southern chicken chain is turning a 20-minute charge into a delicious pit stop. Bojangles just opened its first electric vehicle charging station in Savannah, Georgia, pioneering what it calls the "charge-and-dine" experience.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Bojangles Adds EV Chargers to 800 Restaurants Nationwide
VideosMay 20

Bojangles Adds EV Chargers to 800 Restaurants Nationwide

Southern restaurant chain Bojangles just installed its first electric vehicle charging station and plans to roll out chargers across all 800 locations in 23 states. The move signals growing private sector confidence in America's electric vehicle future.

CleanTechnica2 min read
New Zealand Hits 500 EV Charging Points Across Country
Planet WinsMay 20

New Zealand Hits 500 EV Charging Points Across Country

Electric vehicle drivers in New Zealand can now access 500 charging points nationwide, cutting range anxiety and making sustainable travel easier than ever. Energy company Meridian plans to add 900 more public charge points by 2030.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
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VideosMay 20

EVs Cost 6x Less to Fuel Than Gas Cars

Charging an electric vehicle at home costs a fraction of what most people think, with overnight rates as low as 7¢ per kilowatt-hour. The savings gap is so dramatic that one EV owner can drive nearly 200 miles for what a gas car costs to go 30 miles.

CleanTechnica2 min read
2,500 EV Chargers Coming to Apartments Starting 2026
SolutionsMay 20

2,500 EV Chargers Coming to Apartments Starting 2026

Apartment residents struggling to charge electric vehicles are getting a major boost. ChargePoint and OBE Power just announced plans to install 2,500 charging ports at apartment complexes starting in 2026.

Electrek2 min read
South Africa Opens Solar EV Charging on Busy N3 Route
InnovationMay 19

South Africa Opens Solar EV Charging on Busy N3 Route

Two solar-powered electric vehicle charging stations just launched along South Africa's busiest cargo route, proving long-distance EV travel is ready for prime time. The off-grid stations run entirely on sunshine and never need the national power grid.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
UK EV Charging Giant Expands to Power Business Fleets
SolutionsMay 19

UK EV Charging Giant Expands to Power Business Fleets

Pod, one of the UK's largest electric vehicle charging providers, just acquired EO Charging to help thousands of businesses make the switch to electric fleets easier and more affordable.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Kentucky Launches 10th EV Charging Station Along I-165
VideosMay 16

Kentucky Launches 10th EV Charging Station Along I-165

Kentucky just opened its 10th public electric vehicle charging station, and the state is fighting to keep federal funding flowing for more. Governor Andy Beshear says families shouldn't worry about where their next charge is coming from.

CleanTechnica2 min read

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