Top 5 EV News Stories
1. Volkswagen and Tesla Join Forces for Nationwide Charging Access
Volkswagen forged a landmark agreement with Tesla, granting VW drivers access to over 25,000 Tesla Superchargers across North America starting November 18. This strategic alliance bridges the compatibility gap with a new NACS adapter, promising greater convenience, range, and market momentum for VW EV owners and potentially setting a new standard for industry-wide collaboration.
2. DOT Streamlines NEVI: Fast-Track for State EV Charging Projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation released simplified guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, slashing bureaucratic hurdles so states can access over $2.5 billion in funding more efficiently. The updates empower states to tailor station placement and rapidly accelerate station buildouts in priority corridors nationwide.
3. Epsilon Advanced Materials and Phillips 66 Partner on Battery Breakthroughs
Epsilon Advanced Materials (EAM) and Phillips 66 announced a new partnership focused on U.S. battery supply chain innovation and energy storage system advancements. The collaboration is positioned to boost domestic EV battery production and support both grid resilience and local manufacturing jobs.
4. Harbinger Motors Secures $153M to Scale U.S. Electric Trucks
Harbinger Motors completed a $153 million Series C funding round co-led by FedEx, THOR Industries, and Capricorn, fueling a major production ramp-up for U.S.-built electric medium-duty trucks and marking a key milestone in electrified logistics.
5. Hyundai Launches U.S. Training Hub for Future EV Workforce
Hyundai opened a dedicated U.S. EV workforce training facility, focused on developing specialized talent for American EV production and innovation. This move signals a growing industry commitment to both job creation and sustainable mobility solutions.
From public charging integration to bold workforce investment and fast-tracked infrastructure funding, this week underscores how the U.S. EV market is driven by collaboration, innovation, and a shared vision for the future.
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