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EV charging infrastructure startup Revel secured a $60 million loan from New York’s clean energy investment fund NY Green Bank to more than triple its current public fast-charging network in New York City.
“In support of the transition to a clean energy economy, it is critical that we continue to build electric vehicle infrastructure to ease the shift to EV ownership for more New Yorkers, especially those in urban areas,” New York governor Kathy Hochul said. “This significant investment addresses the key need of providing electric vehicle users in New York City with much needed public charging options while reducing local emissions.”
via TechCrunch
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Rivian’s Electric Delivery Van (EDV) has been on the road for years, faithfully delivering your Amazon packages if you live in a more urban area. But the automotive upstart has long had broader ambitions for its van platform, and today they’re being realized. The Rivian Commercial Van (RCV)—on which the EDV is based—is now available for all business customers.
Rivian announced Monday that it would begin selling the vans to fleet customers. It’ll come in two configurations: The smaller RCV 500 and the larger RCV 700. The RCV 500 comes with up to 161 miles of range, while the 700 can cover 160 miles on charge. Both are exclusively available with front-wheel drive.
via InsideEVs
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The pro-tariff policies of the new Trump administration are expected to have far-reaching impacts on the local car industry, with new data revealing they could hit almost 20% of all new cars sold across the US. Some car manufacturers will be hit harder than others, including Volkswagen, Stellantis, and Nissan.
Of the 16.1 million light vehicles sold in the United States last year, 9.86 million of these, or 61%, were produced in the United States and will avoid the new 10% tariffs and the proposed 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada, which were recently paused for 30 days. Approximately 2.19 million light vehicles built in Mexico were exported to the US last year, accounting for 13.6% of the market.
via CarScoops
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The electric vehicle charging network is growing faster than ever across the United States. Now, Ionna—a new joint venture backed by major automakers including General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, and Toyota—is ready to push charger deployment into top gear. After months of beta testing, the company has officially launched its network, aiming to rival Tesla’s Supercharger infrastructure.
Unlike some competitors that focus primarily on metropolitan areas, Ionna is building a diverse network that includes major highways, underserved rural regions, and high-traffic urban locations. This strategy aims to make long-distance EV travel more feasible while also supporting drivers who lack home-charging options and addressing one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption: accessible charging infrastructure.
via autoblog
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By Ed Pierce, Fleet Management Weekly’s Brand Acceleration
Fleet solutions providers must adopt a strategic approach to maximize branding value and generate significant sales opportunities that ensure the success of their participation in the upcoming NAFA Institute & Expo taking place April 28-30, 2025 in Long Beach, California.
This initiative should be spearheaded by marketing in collaboration with sales, and it is essential to involve customer-facing accounts, customer service, and C-level managers to effectively strengthen customer relationships.
The first step is for marketing and sales to set clear objectives. The primary goal is most often generating as many leads as possible. However, because of the long and complicated sales journey, prospect, and customer contact require an account-based marketing, or ABM, plan.
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Fleetio, a leading fleet optimization platform, announced a new integration with FuelMaster by Syntech Systems to help fleets track, manage and report on-site fuel usage.
This integration equips fleet leaders with the tools to monitor usage, prevent fuel loss and make informed decisions that optimize budgets while keeping essential services running efficiently.
“Fuel accounts for 50% of a fleet’s operating budget, and accurate, automated data is essential to effective cost management,” said Wes Wamer, Integrations Product Manager at Fleetio. “Integrating FuelMaster’s capabilities into Fleetio provides a seamless way to monitor fuel consumption and overall operational data.”
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By Jim Perkins, Director, Shell Fleet Solutions US
In today’s fleet management landscape, data is a game-changer. It’s not just about keeping records; it’s about leveraging information that can drive efficiency and cost savings. Fleet fuel cards are a key tool in this data-driven approach, offering insights that go far beyond fuel expenses.
Fleet fuel cards provide real-time data on fuel transactions, giving a clear view of spending patterns. This transparency helps in identifying areas for cost reduction and enables fleet managers to make informed decisions.
Modern fleet fuel cards come with sophisticated reporting and analytics. These features allow a deep dive into the data, uncovering insights that can lead to significant operational improvements.
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