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FHWA publishes final standards for federally funded EV charging infrastructure projects; waiver of Buy America requirements for EV chargers

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The US Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has published the final minimum standards for federally funded EV charging infrastructure projects. These standards will help to ensure that chargers operated by different networks will operate similarly and provide the traveling public with a predictable EV charging experience.

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First round of $700M in funding from $2.5B Charging and Fueling Infrastructure program opens

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billion Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program has opened. The CFI Discretionary Grant Program builds on the $5-billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, for which the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) published finalized minimum standards in February.

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California ARB awards $9.5M to Porterville to deploy 10 GreenPower electric buses and charging infrastructure

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The EV350 40-ft bus has a 320 kWh LiFePO 4 battery pack providing some 185 miles of range (300 km); the two 85 kW drive motors are from Siemens. GreenPower offers a range of electric powered buses deploying electric drive and battery technologies with a lightweight chassis and low floor or high floor body. GreenPower Motor Company Inc.

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EDI partners with Greenkraft for parallel-series multi-mode Class-4 CNG-PHEV truck; CEC funding

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EDI’s announcement came simultaneously with a grant approval for the combined partnership by the California Energy Commission of funding from its Energy Research and Development Division. EDI is receiving a unanimously approved $900,000 grant. Elements of the EDI-Drive. Click to enlarge.

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

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Depending on the charging station, you can provide 40-65 miles of range per charging hour, perfect for stores with nearby restaurants, hotels, or entertainment as drivers may choose to charge their vehicle at your store while they are using other amenities. Any projects funded via CFI must meet the EV Charging Minimum Standards Rule.

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Oregon Department of Transportation Issues RFP for Electric Vehicle Charging Station Equipment

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At the request of local entities and electric utilities throughout the state, ODOT is using its public/private partnership authority to establish consistent standards and uniformity in building an EV charging infrastructure for Oregon. ODOT is also pursuing grant opportunities to accelerate the state’s EV infrastructure initiative.

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CTT Plans US Joint Venture with PUES for EVs; In-Wheel Motors and Rapid Chargers

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With plans for additional research, development and manufacturing of these motors in the US, the partners have applied for financial support from a Department of Energy grant. PUES has been working with E-1 Technology to establish the manufacturing technology of its drive and battery systems for various power range applications.

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