Electric Cars

Electric Cars

Federal Government May Make About-Face on EV Purchases

The incoming administration appears poised to slash funding for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.

December 19, 2024 - Wired

Close-up of front corner of grey Rivian truck with charger plugged in.

Rivian Joins Movement Toward Universal EV Charging

As more automakers like Tesla, Ford, and Rivian make their charging infrastructure compatible, the shift could lead to the faster development of a nationwide EV charging network.

December 10, 2024 - Smart Cities Dive

Detroit Skyline

Electric Car Share Comes to Detroit’s Eastside

The program is operated by the Eastside Community Network and funded through the U.S. Department of Energy.

December 4, 2024 - Next City

Car parked at EV charging station in parking lot in Carlsbad, California.

California Governor Vows to Protect EV Credits

If the federal government eliminates the tax credit for electric vehicles, the governor will need legislative support to restart a state-level incentive program.

December 1, 2024 - The Hill

Tesla factory in Fremont, California with dry hills in background.

Tesla Is California’s Second-Biggest Air Polluter

A Wall Street Journal investigation found multiple and repeated violations of California’s air quality rules.

November 28, 2024 - Jalopnik

Row of white, red, and blue electric Ford Mustang Mach-E cars at dealership in Frankfurt, Germany.

Opinion: Ending the EV Tax Credit Would Be “Major Setback” for US Automakers

Trump’s proposal to eliminate the federal electric vehicle credit could have severe repercussions for the domestic auto industry.

November 18, 2024 - Forbes

Close-up of four Tesla sedans parked and plugged in at charging station.

The Future of Electric Vehicles Under Trump

Will Elon Musk’s influence temper Trump’s anti-EV stance?

November 12, 2024 - Wired

Electric car charging area in a parking lot at a Costco in Clermont, Florida.

Florida Law Bars Cities From Regulating EV Chargers

Under the new law, cities cannot require charging infrastructure in local codes.

July 28, 2024 - JD Supra

Close-up of row of electric cars plugged into chargers at outdoor station.

Zoning for Electric Vehicles

Local zoning codes can be adjusted to encourage the building of EV charging infrastructure into neighborhoods.

July 25, 2024 - New York Law Review

Close-up of green and white sign for 1 hour EV charging station outdoors with tall palm trees in background against blue sky.

L.A. County Expands Electric Vehicle Fleet to Combat Climate Change

Leading by example, the county is increasing its electric vehicle fleet to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability.

July 22, 2024 - KCAL News

Close-up of fleet modern electric EV delivery vans being charged in covered parking garage.

USDOT Unveils Strategies to Achieve Near-Zero Transportation Emissions

Three key strategies — reducing travel distances, increasing energy-efficient travel modes, and transitioning to zero-emission vehicles and fuels — are recommended to meet national climate goals under the Paris Agreement.

July 15, 2024 - Smart Cities Dive

Close-up of red car parked and plugged in at EV charging station with row of cars behind it.

Pennsylvania Replaces Alternative Fuels Tax With Flat EV Fee

Electric car owners will pay a flat annual fee that lawmakers say will be ‘tied to economic conditions.’

July 14, 2024 - Pennsylvania Senate Republicans

Close-up of hand holding EV charger charging car with brick three-story house in background.

The Case for EVs in Rural Areas

Many rural households could benefit from the cost savings of electric cars for everyday trips.

July 11, 2024 - CleanTechnica

Close-up of green and white sign for 1 hour EV charging station outdoors with tall palm trees in background against blue sky.

LA’s EV Chargers Unevenly Distributed, Resulting in ‘Charging Deserts’

Even in the nation’s third-largest EV market, a charger can be hard to find.

July 1, 2024 - Axios

Overhead view of black asphalt parking lot with white lined parking spots with EV charging logos.

Study Highlights Equity Gaps in California's EV Incentives

A UCLA research team identifies gaps in incentive uptake and electric vehicle registration rates in disadvantaged communities.

June 25, 2024 - UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation

Aerial view of a line of freight trucks driving on a country highway.

How Cities Can Lead the Way in Reducing Transportation Emissions

Decisions made at the local level can have a significant impact on emissions in the transportation sector.

May 23, 2024 - Governing

Construction work on highway segment in Indiana that will charge electric vehicles.

This Highway in Indiana Will Charge EVs

The project will test a technology that wirelessly charges vehicles driving or parked on the roadway.

May 6, 2024 - The Cool Down

Close-up of row of electric cars plugged into chargers at outdoor station.

Austin’s Proposed EV Charging Rules Regulate Station Locations, Size

City planners say the new rules would ensure an efficient distribution of charging infrastructure across the city and prevent an overconcentration in residential areas.

April 22, 2024 - Austin Monitor

Young woman and man seated on subway car looking at phones.

Google Maps Introduces New Transit, EV Features

It will now be easier to find electric car charging stations and transit options.

April 19, 2024 - BGR

Close-up of EV charging station sign with "No Parking except for EV charging" in outdoor parking lot.

EV Infrastructure Booming in Suburbs, Cities Lag Behind

A lack of access to charging infrastructure is holding back EV adoption in many US cities.

April 15, 2024 - PC Magazine

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