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Uber will incentivize third-party operators to install EV chargers in drivers’ US and European neighborhoods and guarantee a minimum amount of usage to help recoup investments, aiming to accelerate charging infrastructure despite recent U.S. policy shifts.
Toyota revealed the fifth-gen Highlander as an EV-only, U.S.-built three-row SUV coming in late 2026, with a price likely around $50k–$55k to take on the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9. It uses a 400-volt TNGA-K platform, offering a 77.0 kWh base pack (FWD 287 miles, AWD 270 miles) and a larger 95.8 kWh pack (up to about 320 miles); cargo behind the third row is 15.9 cu ft (45.6 cu ft with second row folded); no frunk is provided. Interiors look-ups are limited, but the cabin is reportedly well-appointed. Warranty trails rivals (8-year/100k miles for powertrain vs 10-year/100k for Kia/Hyundai; 3-year/36k vs 5-year/60k basic). Built in the U.S., the Highlander EV is expected to hit dealers end of 2026 with more details to come.
A Tesla owner highlights that home charging is significantly cheaper than using Superchargers, with costs roughly half, though Superchargers offer faster charging. Despite the higher expense, EVs remain cheaper overall compared to gas cars, with owners saving thousands over years of use.
Chargeway Plus now offers real-time kWh pricing for over half of North America's public EV chargers, providing drivers with detailed cost and availability information to make smarter charging decisions and accelerate EV adoption.
After Elon Musk fired Tesla's Supercharger team, ex-employees Harry Fox, Connor Selwood, and Hugh Leckie founded Hubber to focus on high-speed urban EV charging, especially for taxis and commercial vehicles, addressing the urban charging gap with new sites in the UK, starting with a facility in South London. The company aims to transform overlooked sites into efficient charging hubs, with a focus on fast, reliable charging for high-utilization urban vehicles, and has secured £60 million in funding to expand its operations.
Revel Transit is ending its rideshare operations in New York to focus on expanding its EV charging infrastructure, partnering with Uber and selling its vehicle licenses and fleet assets, as it shifts towards building a profitable fast-charging network to support electric vehicle adoption.
Tesla has opened a retro-futuristic diner in Hollywood that combines EV charging with classic diner experiences, featuring Tesla merchandise, an Optimus robot, and a drive-in theater, with plans for more locations globally if successful.
Tesla's proprietary Supercharger network, with over 30,000 fast-charging ports, has become the dominant EV charging standard in the U.S., prompting other automakers like Ford, Rivian, and GM to adopt Tesla's technology. This shift allows non-Tesla EVs to access Tesla's extensive charging infrastructure using adapters, addressing range anxiety and boosting EV adoption. While this transition to the North American Charging Standard (NACS) will take years, it marks a significant step towards a unified charging system, despite the temporary need for adapters.
ChargePoint Holdings reported better-than-expected Q1 results with a loss of 17 cents per share, beating estimates by 5.56%, and sales of $107 million, surpassing expectations by 1.14%. Despite a 34% drop in networked charging systems revenue, subscription revenue increased by 27%. The company anticipates Q2 revenue between $108 million and $118 million and aims for positive non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA by Q4 FY2025.
Google Maps is introducing new features to assist electric car drivers in finding charging stations, including real-time availability and charging speed information, trip planning with charging stops, and detailed instructions for locating chargers within parking lots and garages. These updates aim to address concerns about range anxiety and make driving an electric vehicle more convenient, as EVs make up roughly 7 percent of new U.S. car sales and companies seek to ease charging concerns to drive further adoption.
Google Maps is updating its platform to provide real-time information on EV charging stations, including availability and speed, for users of electric vehicles. The update will first be available to cars with Google Maps built-in, followed by smartphones. Additionally, an AI-powered feature will summarize user reviews and provide precise directions to public chargers. Google is also adding a filter to select hotels with EV charging to its travel search, and suggesting lower-carbon routes for walking or public transport in select cities.
Google Maps is introducing new features to assist electric vehicle (EV) drivers, including AI-powered summaries of charger locations, real-time port availability and charging speed, and suggestions for ideal charging stops during road trips. These updates will be available in the coming months for EVs with Google built-in, aiming to reduce range anxiety for new EV drivers and make road trips easier for everyone.
President Biden's climate agenda relies on the expansion of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, but only four states have opened stations funded by the $5 billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program. The administration aims to create a national network of 500,000 publicly available chargers by 2030 to encourage the transition away from gasoline-powered vehicles. While progress is being made, challenges such as range anxiety and cost still hinder widespread EV adoption, and experts suggest that 500,000 public chargers may not be enough to meet ambitious climate goals.
Audi has unveiled the 2025 Q6 E-Tron, a midsize SUV that marks a crucial step in its electric vehicle strategy, using a new battery-and-motor platform and debuting the Volkswagen Group’s next-generation electrical and software architecture. The Q6 E-Tron will arrive in the U.S. in late 2024 with two variants, offering impressive range, charging speeds, and performance. It aims to compete with popular EVs like the Tesla Model Y and features an 800-volt architecture for rapid charging. The model is part of Audi's plan to offer an EV in all "core" vehicle segments by 2027, with a goal to become all-electric by around 2033.
Gravity Mobility, a Google-backed EV infrastructure startup, has opened the fastest charging solution in the US to the public in New York City, offering 500 kW chargers capable of providing 2,400 miles of range per hour. The company aims to attract fleet customers and plans to expand its network of high-speed chargers across the United States by raising more funds this year. Despite the current 350 kW charging speed cap for most electric cars, future models are expected to take advantage of faster chargers.