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New Toyota Hydrogen HQAnnouncements

Toyota Establishes New Hydrogen Headquarters in California

Long a pioneer in the development of hydrogen fuel cells, Toyota is consolidating its hydrogen research and development efforts in California, in a new campus called Toyota Motor North America Hydrogen Headquarters (H2HQ). It’ll support a wide variety of hydrogen projects that go well beyond passenger cars.

Laurance Yap4 min read
white electric SUV parked charging under a solar-powered EV charging stationIndustry Updates

Electrify America Will Add 1,000 Chargers in 2024

Electrify America operates some of the fastest EV chargers in North America, and in 2023, dished out 10 million EV charging sessions. In 2024, it plans to expand its network by 25 percent – and upgrade almost 700 chargers with reliability issues.

Laurance Yap2 min read
red Tesla EV parked in a dark room, with break lights glowing off the wall behind the vehicleTrends

What Do Changes at Tesla Mean for the EV Transition?

Tesla’s had a bumpy ride over the past few months; new and improved products have generated buzz and positive reviews, while softening demand has also pushed the company to downsize staff and reduce support for its Supercharger network. What does all this mean if you’re thinking of going electric?

Laurance Yap6 min read
two cars charging at Rivian charging stations Announcements

Rivian Is Opening Its Charging Network to Other Brands

Rivian doesn’t just make electric trucks. It also has a proprietary charging network focused on providing charging around popular outdoor adventure locations. Starting in late 2024, the company will be upgrading its network with new high-speed chargers – and opening access to drivers of other brands of EVs.

Laurance Yap3 min read
person charging electric vehicleAnnouncements

Washington State Launching New EV Rebates Up to $9,000

Are you a resident of Washington state? If so, there’s good news if you’re considering an electric car. If you make less than about $90,000 a year, you may be eligible for pretty significant EV rebates – which can be added to the $7,500 federal incentive.

Laurance Yap2 min read
red EV parked in the woods Industry Updates

Are Electric Car Sales Slowing Down?

The headlines are full of doom and gloom about slowing electric car sales. But data from the first quarter of 2024 shows that while sales growth hasn’t been as explosive as years past, many brands continue to accelerate their transition to EV.

Laurance Yap6 min read
Ford F-150 Lightning Trucks Announcements

Ford Drops 2024 F-150 Lightning Prices By Up to $5,500

Ford is at it again, adjusting prices of its electric vehicles to keep up with shifting demand. This time, the popular F-150 Lightning electric pickup has received a round of cuts, with one of the most popular models now starting below $70,000 MSRP.

Laurance Yap4 min read
Two Teslas parked together Industry Updates

Tesla Just Built Its 6 Millionth EV: Let’s Take Stock

Tesla has come a long way since it introduced the low-volume Roadster in 2007. Now, the company makes the world’s best-selling EVs and is a dominant player in charging as well. We take a look back at the company’s fascinating history and achievements.

Laurance Yap6 min read
Someone plugging in their EV to charge Trends

Home EV Charging Is Getting More Satisfying

If you’re driving an electric car, you really should be thinking about charging at home. Recent data from industry watcher J.D. Power suggests that home charging satisfaction is higher than ever – even as public charging satisfaction declines.

Laurance Yap3 min read
electric vehicle with the exterior parts removed revealing the technical components of the carTrends

New Software Will Improve Charging Times by 30 Percent

New technology co-developed by Volvo and Breathe Battery Technologies means that future Volvos will be able to charge much faster than they do now – without any hardware changes or additional environmental impact. Will the software be available for existing Volvo EVs?

Laurance Yap3 min read
bird's eye view of a light orange nissan ariya Announcements

Nissan Ariya Price Drop Saves You up to $6,000

Nissan has dropped pricing of the excellent Ariya crossover across the board. Depending on trim level, the Ariya is now up to $6,000 less expensive than before. Ariya drivers will also be able to access Tesla Superchargers later in 2024.

Laurance Yap2 min read
GM's EV Live in an empty, modern, brightly lit showroomTrends

General Motors’ EV Live Is a One-Stop Shop for EV Education

GM’s online resource for speaking to an actual person about any charging, driving range and other EV questions continues – while former Live forums for Cadillac and other GM brands have been discontinued.

Michael Bettencourt4 min read
Woman opening the trunk of her Volkswagen ID4 by a park Announcements

Volkswagen ID4 Gets the $7,500 Tax Credit in 2024

Built in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the Volkswagen ID.4 is one of the top 10 selling electric cars in the U.S. It continues to qualify for the $7,500 tax incentive - and the better news is that the 2024 model year will also bring some impressive updates.

Laurance Yap3 min read
Blue Ford EV using a Tesla SuperchargerAnnouncements

Ford EV Owners Can Now Use Tesla Superchargers with a Free Adapter

Ford was the first manufacturer of many to announce that it would adopt the Tesla charging plug and provide its drivers access to the Tesla Supercharger network. Now, it’s ready to ship free plug adapters so Ford drivers can access Tesla chargers on the go.

Laurance Yap3 min read
Rivian R2 preview in a garageAnnouncements

Rivian Will Reveal the Cheaper R2 in March

If you love the design of the Rivian R1S and R1T but want something smaller and more affordable, the company has good news. It’s about to reveal its new, smaller adventure vehicle, with a starting MSRP of less than $60,000.

Laurance Yap2 min read
View of Earth from space with seven major auto manufacturer logos being showcasedAnnouncements

The Charging Network Started by 7 Automakers Has a Name

Last year, seven automakers pledged to start a new high-speed charging network that would deploy 30,000 fast chargers across North America. Now, the company has a name, Ionna, and is on track to open its first station.

Laurance Yap2 min read
Electrify America’s new flagship charging station view of a car charging by a lounging room Announcements

The Nicest Charging Station in America?

Since EVs are emissions-free, why not charge indoors, and have access to comfortable lounges with upscale amenities? Electrify America’s new flagship charging station shows what’s possible.

Laurance Yap3 min read
Toyota Kentucky plant drone view Announcements

Toyota is Bringing Electric Car Production to Kentucky

Toyota recently announced a massive expansion of its Kentucky manufacturing facility, which currently makes hybrid Camry and RAV4 models. The factory will produce a new large electric SUV, which should be eligible for federal incentives.

Laurance Yap2 min read