Welcome to GridLink's Industry Spotlight, your weekly source for the latest developments in electric vehicles, charging solutions, and the evolution of electric mobility. Each week, we handpick the most impactful news, breakthrough technologies, and insightful commentary that shape the electric vehicle sector and its infrastructure. Designed for enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone intrigued by the electric revolution in transportation, our blog aims to enlighten, inspire, and keep you abreast of this dynamic industry. Check back every week to stay ahead of the curve and join GridLink in driving towards a sustainable, electrified future.
An electric vehicle charging business abruptly shuts down, leaving tens of thousands of customers in limbo with potentially “bricked” smart chargers that can no longer access the company’s software. (Canary Media)
Washington state’s electric vehicle rebate program runs out of funds three times faster than expected after more than 6,000 residents take advantage of the incentives. (My Northwest)
Republican Georgia regulator Tim Echols says he is concerned about the possibility of a second Trump presidency disrupting the state’s progress on electric vehicles, and would lobby to continue federal incentives and advance vehicle-to-grid technology. (Bloomberg)
New York City gets four electric school buses outfitted with rooftop solar panels that are used as a grid resource at a solar- and battery-equipped bus depot. (Axios)
Maine isn’t keeping pace with its electric vehicle goals, which could force it to make up the difference by reducing emissions in other sectors in order to hit legally mandated state climate targets. (Portland Press Herald)
Vermont’s electric vehicle incentive program runs out of money three months earlier than expected, but state lawmakers will consider future funding in their next session. (WCAX)
VW-owned Scout Motors unveils a new retro-designed SUV and pickup to be produced at its South Carolina plant. (Car and Driver)
A clean energy group releases a report that finds the Southeast leads the U.S. for jobs and private investment in electric vehicle and battery-related manufacturing projects. (news release)
A nonprofit “green bank” launches a $250 million financing program to help small freight companies serving the Long Beach and Los Angeles ports purchase about 500 electric trucks. (Canary Media)