Auto dealers are widely considered to be a bottleneck for EV adoption, but it doesn’t have to be that way. EV-savvy automakers such as VW, GM, and Ford have no plans (that we know of) to abandon the dealership model, but they are taking steps to make sure their dealers have the assets they need… Read more »
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Mercedes-Benz introduces electric EQE Sedan
The upcoming EQE Sedan is an electric version of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It’s based on the Mercedes-EQ electric architecture (EVA2). The 2023 model is scheduled to arrive in US dealerships in the fall, at a starting price of $74,900. All EQE models have an electric drivetrain (eATS) on the rear axle. The 2023 lineup includes… Read more »
InCharge Energy launches turnkey EV charging service for auto dealers
Fleet electrification service provider InCharge Energy has launched a turnkey EV charging service for auto and truck dealerships, and claims to have already signed up more than 500 dealers in North America. InCharge’s new service is designed to provide EV charging solutions for dealers so they can focus on selling and servicing vehicles. InCharge has… Read more »
Ford establishes requirements for dealers to sell EVs
Auto dealers have long been considered a bottleneck for EV sales, and automakers that are serious about selling EVs are working closely with their dealers to make the necessary changes (and to weed out those who really don’t want to go electric). Ford has now unveiled an electrification strategy to its 3,000-strong dealer network. Dealers… Read more »
Shyft Group secures pre-order for Blue Arc electric delivery walk-in vans
Blue Arc EV Solutions is a new brand of The Shyft Group, which manufactures and upfits vehicles for the commercial, retail and service specialty markets. Blue Arc made its debut in March with a purpose-built commercial EV chassis; an electric Class 3 walk-in delivery van; and a portable, remote-controlled charging station called the Power Cube…. Read more »
Recurrent and Black Book aim to make used EV values more precise
What determines the value of a used car? For ICE vehicles, the odometer reading is a major factor, but for EVs, the health of the battery may be more important, as the battery is the most expensive part of the vehicle, and it naturally degrades over time. However, there’s little in the way of data… Read more »
Dodge to retire gas-powered Challenger and Charger
What will be the “EV tipping point” that marks the beginning of the end of the Oil Age? Of course, there won’t be any one dramatic tipping point, but rather a long series of milestones, and some of the most visible of these will be the end of production of iconic gas-powered models. Dodge parent… Read more »
Volvo and partners plan California Electrified Charging Corridor for medium- and heavy-duty EVs
Volvo Trucks is joining up with Shell and three truck dealerships to develop a public medium- and heavy-duty EV charging network that connects several of California’s largest metropolitan areas. The Electrified Charging Corridor Project has scored $2 million in funding from the California Energy Commission, and is expected to get underway in 2022. All five… Read more »
Bosch announces new Level 2 and DC chargers
Automotive supplier Bosch has released two new EV chargers, both fully UL and cUL compliant to ensure safety. The EV300 Level 2 charging station is “an affordable compact indoor/outdoor EV charger.” It has a short 16-foot cable to reduce clutter and the potential for tangling in areas with limited space, such as a garage. “The… Read more »
EPA seeks info to develop battery recycling best practices
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is preparing a list of best practices for recycling batteries and supporting battery recycling. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law of 2021 created a program to support battery recycling through battery labeling guidelines and other communication materials. According to the Federal Register, the goal is to work out practices that are “technically… Read more »
