New Federal Electric Vehicle Charging Funds Halted
The Federal Highway Administration halted new funding for state programs to install tens of thousands of new vehicle chargers along highways and at rest stops across the nation.
A key part of the 2022 bipartisan infrastructure law, all 50 states have federally approved plans to build these fast chargers, which will allow more drivers to access fast, convenient charging when they are on long trips.
“Stopping funding midstream will result in chaos and delays in states across the nation. It will throw state efforts into turmoil, wreak havoc with the companies that install the chargers and risk the jobs of their workers." - Beth Hammon, a senior vehicle charging advocate at NRDC
IntelliShift Appoints Greg Mattes as Chief Product & Technology Officer
IntelliShift, a connected fleet intelligence platform for safety and operations teams, announced the appointment of Greg Mattes, former IntelliShift SVP of Product, as its new Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO).
With over two decades of experience in SaaS product development for fleets and three years as a leader in product and partnerships at IntelliShift, Greg Mattes’ expertise ensures that fleet technologies are designed to address real customer needs, driving efficiency, safety, and operational excellence.
Above all else, Greg has been keenly focused on the IntelliShift platform's ability to get to the heart of fleet leaders' challenges.
Rivian Van Orders Open: Anyone With A Business Can Buy A Commercial EV Van
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.
Trump’s Tariffs Could Hit 20% Of New Car Sales In The US
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.
A New Contender Enters the EV Charging Race
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.
