EV Radar, August 2023

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August 2023

Electric Truck Pricing Closing Gap

Electric cars have suffered from the reputation of being more expensive than ICE vehicles at the point of sale, but costs prove to be fairer to the driver in the following years of ownership. Less frequent part replacements, cheaper refueling, and 25% greater efficiency combine to prove the total cost over ownership is in favor of EV after five years of ownership. Now that is also proving true for electric trucks in Australia! According to a new analysis, electric delivery trucks will cost the same as their ICE counterparts by 2030, offering eco-friendly and affordable options for more businesses.

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I Gotta Sea This

Electric vehicles cover such a wide range of transportation options, and this week saw the maiden voyage of a revolutionary vessel. I Gotta is a small commercial fishing boat (specifically a salmon troller) that sails the waters of Sitka, Alaska, thanks to a parallel hybrid battery-diesel system. The boat uses a battery-electric motor when fishing, cutting fuel use by 80%. The Alaska Longline Fisherman's Association (ALFA) aims to expand low/zero-emission efforts across its entire fleet. The future of electric-powered transportation goes beyond road vehicles, with more planes, working vehicles, and even boats embracing the potential. Every industry can utilize the electric potential and work toward more sustainable solutions, especially with the right partner.

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Mega Charging Network Incoming

The highest priority for the future of electric vehicles as default transportation is the buildout of effective and reliable charging opportunities. Seven automakers have announced the intention to combine their efforts to install at least 30,000 high-powered charge points across North America. The network will be compatible with Combined Charging System (CCS) and North American Charging Standard (NACS) and will offer futureproof technology with 350 kW, 800-volt, and NACS V4 charging. The first stations will open in Summer 2024; watch this space.

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Bidirectional Charging in GM EV

General Motors is the latest iconic automaker to invest in long-term EV charging infrastructure solutions. GM will expand the vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology across its Ultium-powered electric vehicles by the year 2026. V2G enables EV batteries to give power back to the electrical grid as well as pull from it. With V2G, vehicle batteries can be more than a tool to power the vehicle but also a backup storage cell for the vehicle’s owner. This can also be a source of community work; drivers can help offset electricity needs during peak demand and reduce impact due to unforeseen power outages. With smart technology development like V2G, an all-electric future is within our grasp.

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New York's EV Fleet Update

Back in February, EV Radar posted about the announcement from Mayor Eric Adams that New York City will require all rideshare vehicles to be zero-emission by 2030. Now, there is an update. Combined with the City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC), New York City's rideshare fleet must transition to EVs or wheelchair-accessible vehicles by 2030 under newly proposed rules for "Green Rides." These rules include services like Uber and Lyft, while Revel already operates a 100% electric-powered fleet. New York's Department of Transportation plans to expand the city's charging infrastructure to meet the demands of the larger electric fleets with help from private firms. New York is one of many states with popular incentive programs like NYSERDA to promote the wider installation of EVSE.

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