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Automaker Ford working with Google to convert train station into electric car hub

Automaker Ford working with Google to convert train station into electric car hub

Friday, February 4, 2022

Once the country’s epicenter of car manufacturing, Detroit is attempting to modernize itself, thanks to investments by Ford Motor Co. that will re-focus the city as a hub for electric and self-driving vehicles. 

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A road in Detroit will charge an electric car while driving

A road in Detroit will charge an electric car while driving

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

An Israeli startup plans to build about one mile of pavement in Michigan that will wirelessly charge electric vehicles as drivers roll past, marking a first-of-its-kind infrastructure project in the U.S.

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GM prioritizes faster EV launches ahead of fatter profits

GM prioritizes faster EV launches ahead of fatter profits

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

DETROIT, Feb 1 (Reuters) - General Motors Co (GM.N) on Tuesday said it will spend more than the $35 billion previously planned through 2025 to speed up launches of new electric vehicles, and noted that investments in technology will take priority over richer profits next year.

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Daimler, NextEra Energy, BlackRock Commit to U.S. Public Charging Infrastructure

Daimler, NextEra Energy, BlackRock Commit to U.S. Public Charging Infrastructure

Monday, January 31, 2022

Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA), NextEra Energy Resources LLC and BlackRock Renewable Power have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to lay the foundation for a proposed joint venture (JV) to design, develop, install and operate a nationwide, high-performance charging network for medium- and heavy-duty battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in the U.S.

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Nissan and Renault seek stronger ties with a commitment to electric cars.

Nissan and Renault seek stronger ties with a commitment to electric cars.

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Nissan, Renault and Mitsubishi announced on Thursday that they would band together to make substantial new investments in electric cars as they seek to leverage their sometimes fractious alliance to compete in the global market for battery-powered vehicles.

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DC joins growing list of cities requiring new buildings to include EV parking

DC joins growing list of cities requiring new buildings to include EV parking

Thursday, January 27, 2022

New and refurbished commercial and multi-unit buildings in Washington, D.C., that have at least three off-road parking spaces will be required to make at least 20% of those spaces available to accommodate electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, under a new law that took effect this year. 

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General Motors plans 8,000 new tech hires to power EV goals

General Motors plans 8,000 new tech hires to power EV goals

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

Jan 26 (Reuters) - General Motors Co (GM.N) said on Wednesday it would hire more than 8,000 new technical staff this year, as the U.S. automaker accelerates its development of electric vehicles and software-driven services.

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Ford starts production of its new all-electric E-Transit cargo van

Ford starts production of its new all-electric E-Transit cargo van

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Ford has started production of its electric E-Transit cargo vans at its factory in Kansas City, Missouri with the first deliveries expected in the next several weeks, Ford Pro North America general manager Tim Baughman told TechCrunch.

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GM invests $154M in plant to make new EV part, creates 230 jobs

GM invests $154M in plant to make new EV part, creates 230 jobs

Friday, January 21, 2022

In its transition to becoming an all-electric car company, General Motors will invest $154 million in a components plant to start making a key part used in its future electric vehicles. 

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Over $12 million added to state's electric vehicle rebate program

Over $12 million added to state's electric vehicle rebate program

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced over $12 million has been added to the Drive Clean Rebate program to help consumers save up to $2,000 when purchasing an electric vehicle.

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