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NEW GM Energy PowerBank announced! GM Energy is expanding its energy solutions portfolio with the launch of the GM Energy PowerBank, a stationary storage product aimed at enhancing the energy flexibility for EV owners and households. Available in two battery capacity variants—10.6 kWh and 17.7 kWh—the PowerBank offers several key functions, including storing energy from the grid and solar power systems, providing backup power during outages, and helping reduce electricity costs during peak demand periods. The product’s compatibility with solar equipment allows customers to capture and store solar energy for later use, either for charging EVs or powering their homes. With this release, GM is outpacing home energy storage competitors with a superior product. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/g4AKmaiU Additionally, by combining two 17.7 kWh PowerBanks, consumers can create a 35.4 kWh system, which is capable of powering an average American home for up to 20 hours. This makes the PowerBank a versatile solution for energy management, whether or not the household has an electric vehicle. Wade Sheffer, vice president of GM Energy, spoke about the exciting announcement. The GM Energy PowerBank is available for purchase as part of the GM Energy Home System bundle, which offers a comprehensive energy solution for EV owners and households. This bundle includes the GM Energy PowerShift charger and the GM Energy Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) Enablement kit. V2X, which encompasses V2H, V2G and more, is an absolute game changer, revolutionizing the world's energy and transportation. Follow the Vehicle-Grid Integration Council for information. For those integrating solar power, GM Energy has partnered with?Qmerit, a preferred installer. EVinfo.net sees this as another great step forward in General Motors' push to dominate the American EV industry. With the strongest current lineup of EVs, the company's EV market share in America is growing fast. Mary Barra is a highly respected automotive leader, with a great vision of the future. This addition of GM's home battery options just sent those gains into overdrive. Home batteries, solar, and EVs are the future. EVinfo.net is an EV-influencer led publication, offering sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #homebattery #evcharging #gm

Waymo will order Hyundai Motor America’s Ioniq 5 robotaxis! Waymo, the undisputed robotaxi leader, announced plans to incorporate the exciting Hyundai Ioniq 5 into its robotaxi fleet as part of a “multi-year, strategic” partnership with Hyundai Motor Group. The Ioniq 5 will join Waymo’s autonomous vehicle lineup, but not before undergoing rigorous on-road testing with Waymo’s self-driving technology, set to begin in late 2025. Although no specific timeline was given for when the Ioniq 5 will start transporting passengers, Waymo hinted that it would take “years” after testing is completed. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gGikCVcv The Hyundai Ioniq 5 vehicles destined for Waymo’s fleet will be produced at Hyundai’s $7.6 billion Metaplant in Georgia, which is currently nearing completion. The companies have agreed to manufacture a significant number of Waymo-equipped electric Hyundais at this facility over the course of several years. The Hyundai Ioniq 5, with its 300+ miles of range and 800-volt architecture, is well-suited for work as a robotaxi. Its advanced charging system enables it to go from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes when using a 350kW fast charger, making it a valuable asset for Waymo. Since its release in late 2021, the Ioniq 5 has been highly praised and won numerous awards. It’s one of the bestselling EVs in the market, with 30,000 units sold in the U.S. this year alone. The success of the Ioniq 5 has contributed to Hyundai and its sister brand Kia challenging GM for the position of the second-largest EV seller in the U.S. Waymo currently operates a fleet of hundreds of JLR's Jaguar I-Pace vehicles, which has served as the company’s primary robotaxis. In Q3, IONIQ 5 retail sales climbed significantly, up 30%. Total sales of the IONIQ 5 were up 20% year-to-date (YTD) in Q3. In the third quarter, Hyundai set a new record for Q3 retail sales, with total vehicle sales reaching 210,971 units. In September, General Motors and Hyundai announced an agreement to explore future collaboration across key strategic areas. GM moved up to the #2 EV seller in the US recently, and is rapidly gaining more EV market share in America. Waymo LLC, the leading robotaxi company, is a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. Inc, parent of Google. With over 2 million rides and tens of millions of miles driven, Waymo One operates 24/ 7 in parts of San Francisco, Phoenix, Los Angeles and Austin. With the fast growth of robotaxis, wireless EV charging has experienced a resurgence, as it wouldn't make sense to have humans recharging robotaxis. With wireless such as HEVO, the robotaxis park on charging pads and charge themselves. Our great friend and world-renowned EV influncer Roger Atkins supports HEVO. EVinfo.net is an EV-influencer led publication, offering sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #electricvehicles #robotaxi

Blink Charging made a VERY WISE partnership with Stable Auto. Stable provides AI-powered solutions to help organizations strategically plan and operate EV charging networks. By analyzing utilization trends from tens of thousands of public EV chargers across the U.S., Stable’s software delivers insights that help minimize deployment risks and manage profitability. See the PR on EVinfo.net: https://lnkd.in/eWSi9JPn “This collaboration marks a significant milestone in enhancing the accessibility and efficiency of our charging solutions,” said Mike Battaglia, Chief Operating Officer and CEO-Elect at Blink. “We have already experienced the staying power of utilizing this platform. For example, we achieved a 34% improvement in efficiency, increasing the net revenue across 60 locations. Blink has always maintained a ‘right charger, right place, right time’ mindset, allowing us to proactively meet the growing infrastructure demands of every kind of EV driver.” Stable’s data-driven solutions will help Blink provide its customers as well as EV drivers in general with a number of network enhancements such as improved accuracy of the Blink network app and partner mapping applications; more chargers listed in outside apps; and more options for drivers to find a charge. “Like Blink, our mission at Stable is to accelerate the widespread adoption of electric vehicles through the swift and sustainable deployment of EV charging networks,” said Stable CEO and Co-Founder Rohan Puri. “As EV adoption becomes more and more prevalent, it’s essential that charger operating decisions are grounded in data. We’re proud to support Blink as it works toward meeting the increasing demands of the rapidly growing EV infrastructure – providing more choices for drivers and giving consumers the freedom to charge at the right time, place, speed, and price.” EVinfo.net has worked with Stable Auto and its CEO Rohan Puri for some time now. We have found Stable Auto's data very valuable, as it proves that profitability has finally come to EV charging installations, through increased utilization. See Stable's utilization data: https://lnkd.in/g4kHY-UU And, Stable offers many more insights. On its Gasoline Price Equivalent Index, you can Discover how EV charging costs stack up against gasoline prices: https://lnkd.in/ewjy_DBm Subscribe to Stable's newsletter for updates about its products and services. Highly recommended by EVinfo.net. EVinfo.net is an EV-influencer led publication, offering sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #evcharging

A HISTORIC FIRST federal grant-backed sale of a Mobile Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Unit to a prominent university in California was announced by Electrify EVSE. Mobile EV Charging Units are transformative technology, offering essential charging capabilities in areas lacking the infrastructure for DC Fast Charging. See EVinfo.net's article [SPONSORED]: https://lnkd.in/girwubga Andrew Richard, CRO of Electrify EVSE, spoke about the historic federal grant-backed sale of a Mobile Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Unit to a university. Electrify EVSE has been a trailblazer in the EV charging industry, supplying a wide range of customers, including municipalities, OEMs, universities, and government agencies.? Electrify EVSE delivers the best in fixed location and EV charger supply, installation, and service, as well as providing the highest quality mobile EV chargers. Electrify EVSE’s skid-mounted, truck-mounted, and trailer-mounted mobile EV charging solutions are revolutionizing how electric vehicles are powered in off-grid and mobile environments. Powered by clean, renewable energy sources such as green diesel, green propane, renewable propane, and renewable natural gas, these units provide sustainable, high-powered fast charging wherever and whenever it’s needed. Electrify EVSE provides a full range of tailored solutions for homeowners, apartment complexes, condominium associations, and commercial customers including retail outlets, travel centers, restaurants, hotels, office complexes, parking garages, and more. Electrify EVSE’s leadership team possesses unparalleled expertise in the EVSE sector, known for being researchers, innovators, and top producers in the EV charging industry. EVSTAR partnered with Electrify EVSE. EVSTAR stands out as the exclusive provider of industry-leading warranty protection, underwritten by AIG General Insurance Company. EVSTAR? ensures the constant accessibility and operational efficiency of EV charging stations, by offering robust warranty protection. Andrew Hoehner, CEO of EVSTAR, spoke about the ground-breaking partnership with Electrify EVSE. Some of Electrify EVSE's prominent clients include Blink Charging., Bridgestone Americas / Firestone AG, BrightView Landscapes, Nissan Motor Corporation, and Southern Company. The mission of Electrify EVSE is simple: leave the Earth better than when they arrived, aiming to make a lasting positive impact on the environment—for today's generation and those to come. EVinfo.net serves the EV industry with pride. We welcome Electrify EVSE to our roster of highly reputable clients, and highly recommend the company. EVinfo.net is an EV-influencer led publication, offering sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #evcharging #electricvehicles #Sponsored #Ad

Pando Electric been working on something that’s set to REVOLUTIONIZE how multifamily homes manage EV charging. If you’ve faced challenges with installing chargers in apartment complexes or multi-unit residences, you're not alone. Pando Electric's upcoming product is designed to change the game. See Pando Electric's article [SPONSORED]: https://lnkd.in/gDsqSd8J Property managers, developers, and residents alike have needed more convenient, scalable, and affordable charging solutions. Pando Electric believes that the future of EV charging should be easy, efficient, and accessible for everyone. That's why Pando made the first and only Smart NEMA 14-50 outlet, the revolutionary Pando Smart Outlet, specifically for multifamily homes. Pando is about to introduce multiple innovative new features: Adaptive Load Management 2.0: Optimize power usage without overloading the building’s electrical system. Scalable and Affordable Installations: Whether your property needs 2 chargers or 200, the solution grows with demand but not in price. No Connectivity Required: One of the biggest obstacles in multifamily EV charging has been connectivity issues. Pando's new product can operate independently of a network connection, ensuring that charging is always reliable. Tap-and-charge: With the new connectivity stack, residents can simply tap their phone and start a charging session. No GFCI Breaker Needed?- Cutting down on installation costs even further, the chargers have a built-in GFCI breaker. All Major Certifications?- UL 2594, FCC, Energy Star, CTEP, OCPP 2.0.1. Plus More! Pando believes these new features will unlock EV adoption in multifamily housing at scale. Not only does it remove common installation barriers like installation and operating costs but it also provides a seamless experience for property owners and residents. Sign up for Pando's newsletter for updates. Pando Electric can’t reveal everything just yet, but the company is confident this will be a major step forward for the industry. EVinfo.net is an EV-influencer led publication, offering sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #evcharging #multifamily #Sponsored #Ad

Lucid is certifying shops in the collision repair space. Autobody News reported that in June,?Lucid Motors?held its first Certified Body Repair Network conference in Scottsdale, AZ. Stacey Phillips Ronak, a columnist for Autobody News and an award-winning writer for the automotive industry, wrote about the momentous occasion. After meeting through monthly phone calls for two years, shop operators certified to repair Lucid EVs finally came together in-person. See the article on Autobody News: https://lnkd.in/g4yfX8CP At the conference, Certified body repair facility owners from across the country had an opportunity to meet Lucid team members, network with shops and tour the Advanced Manufacturing Plant-1 (Amp-1) in Case Grande, AZ, located between Phoenix and Tucson. “As the industry’s leading electric vehicle (EV) in regard to range and charging, we have to be a leader in the collision space and have a presence,” said?Jake Rodenroth, Lucid’s senior manager of the North American Body Repair Program. “The future of Lucid is very bright. The scale of the operation and the wonderful people committed to its cause is truly impressive.” During the event, attendees met the people involved at Lucid on a day-to-day basis and heard from the various departments, including body, technical training, parts and paint. “Casa Grande offered close proximity to critical utilities, an established transportation systems and strong support from state and local government,” said Andy MacDonald, Director of Technical Operations at Lucid Motors. “The facility is the first purpose-built EV factory in North America.” Entry into the Lucid Body Repair Program is by invitation from Lucid and subject to being committed to certain requirements. These include a rigorous business evaluation, sending technicians to extensive hands-on body repair and mechanical training program courses, meeting all body and mechanical repair tooling and equipment requirements and performing to Lucid Body Repair Program operating standards requirements. Autobody News is the nation's leading automotive collision repair news magazine, in print and online. Sign up for the Autobody News email newsletter. Over 36,000 collision repair shops in the U.S. trust Autobody News for collision repair news, tips and business ideas. EVinfo.net is an EV-influencer led publication, offering sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #collisionrepair #lucid

EVBox is shutting down. This momentous news was announced by Monta’s linkedin page yesterday. Monta is holding a webinar this morning to provide information. The announcement said, in part: "Join?Casper H Rasmussen, CEO of?Monta, tomorrow at 16:00 CET for the latest updates and to learn how Monta ensures that your EVBox chargers remain fully operational." See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/guu4tYJT On May 17, 2024,?Reuters reported?“France’s Engie said its electric vehicle charging station business lost 22 million euros ($24 million) in the first quarter and will continue to lose money into next year. Engie has failed to find a buyer for troubled subsidiary EV Box and is now considering selling off the business piecemeal in a bid to limit its exposure, Engie CFO Pierre-Francois Riolacci said on Friday during company results. EV Box lost 140 million euros last year and is “trending toward that same amount” in 2024, he said, adding there would be more losses in 2025.” It’s unclear for now how this shutdown will play out, considering the chaos that ensued when EVinfo.net announced?Enel X Way’s abrupt exit?from the North American market on October 3. One thing is clear, that the EV charging industry will bounce back, and that companies are here to help. During the Enel X Way controversy, Buzze Inc announced it could help Enel X Way users. The Enel X Way debacle caused great uncertainty in the market, along with a host of problems for home and commercial EV charging customers. These problems could have been avoided, by purchasing home or commercial EV chargers with an underwritten extended warranty, such as the warranty offered by?EVSTAR. EVinfo.net?recommends that job seekers and hiring managers in the EV industry contact Raymond McSpirit of?EV Recruitment, and?Joe Rooney?of?EV.Careers. EVinfo.net hopes that affected employees will be able to find work quickly. For EVBox customers who want to upgrade, which is highly recommended,?AmpUp?offers FREE EV charging hardware plus a COMPLIMENTARY first year of AmpUp charger management software with a multi-year subscription agreement. EVinfo.net offers sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #evcharging

America’s BEV and PHEV sales were up an ASTOUNDING 17.3% In August 2024, compared to August 2023! According to the The?Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) sales have shown strong growth in 2024, with 997,759 PEVs sold this year at the end of August 2024. This reflects a 9.38% increase compared to the same period in 2023. PEVs include battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). 145,027 PEVs (121,473 BEVs and 23,554 PHEVs) were sold during August 2024 in the United States, up 17.3% from the sales figures in August 2023. PEVs captured 10.2% of total US light duty vehicle (LDV) sales in August 2024, up from 9.7% in July 2024. 5,725,161 PHEVs and BEVs have been sold in the US since 2010. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/ghadCvU7 According to J.D. Power’s EV Index for September 2024, reported by the Joint Office, electric vehicle adoption is seeing strong momentum, with mainstream EV sales reaching a new milestone by accounting for 36% of total EV sales. EV charging infrastructure has expanded significantly, with 2,912 additional charging ports coming online in August 2024, marking a 1.5% growth in the national network. As of now, there are over 193,700 charging ports across more than 71,800 locations nationwide, a significant increase since the start of the Biden/Harris administration. A large part of this growth comes from private investment. Federal funding helps investors with up-front costs installing EV charging. Automotive Charging Solutions (ACS) Solutions, offering customized turnkey EV charging solutions, can help answer questions about EV charging. The company tailors EV charging solutions to meet each property’s specific needs, offers consultation on the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula (NEVI) funding process, and much more. Stable Auto, leveraging its vast?EV charging utilization data?from tens of thousands of chargers, has observed a significant increase in demand, particularly at Level 3 (DC fast charging, or DCFC) stations. This increase in utilization means profits are growing as well. With data-driven insights from Paren, find the most reliable EV charger tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Argonne National Laboratory provides helpful information in our article about the many benefits EVs offer over internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. EVinfo.net?is a proud member of the?ChargeX Consortium, funded by the Joint Office. ChargeX is addressing EV charging challenges, to promote faster and more seamless EV adoption across this great country of ours, in the global fight against climate change. EVinfo.net offers sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #electricvehicles #evcharging

Paired Power, an INNOVATIVE solar canopy and microgrid technology manufacturer, announced installing its solar EV charger, PairTree, for California American Water, and adding Matthew J. Miller as Sales VP. Paired Power's PairTree is a solar EV charging canopy notable for its fast installation, requiring less than one day to set up in a standard parking space. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gufZZPBh Paired Power’s PairTree is a U.S.-made solar canopy that integrates solar power, grid power, and battery storage to offer round-the-clock charging for electric vehicles. By combining renewable energy sources with grid power, PairTree ensures reliable EV charging both day and night. The PairTree system is designed for durability and ease of installation, requiring less than a day to set up in a standard 9 x 18-foot parking space. It features no moving parts, eliminating the need for ongoing maintenance that is common with other “tracker” solutions. PairTree offers one or two Level 2 charging ports with the J1772 EV interface and is wind-rated up to 130 mph, making it suitable for areas with volatile weather conditions. This design ensures that it provides reliable, low-maintenance charging for both individual and fleet use. Paired Power’s new solution, PairFleet, addresses the issue of grid inadequacy by expanding the number of EV charging ports available at a site. It achieves this by blending solar power with energy from the existing grid and battery storage. Each installation is customized to suit the site’s grid capacity and the specific energy requirements for EV charging. Paired Power has appointed Matthew Miller as its new Vice President of Sales. With 15+ years of experience in sales leadership, Miller is well-positioned to lead the company toward significant growth. He will focus on enhancing Paired Power’s presence across industries where its EV chargers are already making an impact, including government, military, commercial, tech, agriculture, and multifamily sectors. Tom McCalmont, CEO at Paired Power, spoke about adding Matthew J. Miller to the team, and about the California American Water installation. EVinfo.net had the pleasure and honor of working with Matthew J. Miller last year, a true leader in clean energy. At EVinfo.net, we believe solar and EV charging complement each other perfectly. We're always happy to see companies marrying the two to make the most eco-friendly transportation solution that currently exists. I came from the world of solar marketing, before entering EV in 2021 by founding EVinfo.net. In 2020, I was certified by NABCEP as a solar PV associate. It's a great way to learn solar basics and build your resume. EVinfo.net offers sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #evcharging #solar