itselectric, a Brooklyn-based electric vehicle (EV) charging network, today announced that its first generation charger, the "Brooklyn-718", is the first-ever EV charger with a detachable cable to be certified under UL Standards. This leap in EV charging technology for the North American market can now meet the immediate needs for curbside charging in cities across the United States. Detachable cable EV chargers are the norm in the EU and UK, where drivers stow the chargin

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. a Fortune 300 automotive retailer with 202 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., today announced the acquisition of Modern Classic Motors in Hilton Head, South Carolina.  The acquisition includes three franchises: Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter and Honda in Beaufort County, one of the fastest-growing counties in South Carolina.  The acquisition expands Group 1's relationship with Mercedes-Benz to 17 franchises in the U.S. and U.K. and with Honda to 13 franc

Wallbox a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions, and COIL, a leading EV charging installation service and Wallbox subsidiary, announced today that, in conjunction with partners Clean and Prosperous Institute and Adopt a Charger, they have secured proposed awards of $25.6 million from the Washington Department of Commerce’s Electric Vehicle Charging Program. The awards, announced as part of the Department’s first round of the program, will

The documented unreliability of America's networks of electric vehicle (EV) chargers remains a hindrance to mass EV adoption. Tackling this challenge head on, Qmerit, North America's leading installer of home and business EV chargers, is introducing a unique suite of EV charging warranty support and maintenance services. Qmerit's services encompass on-demand repairs; warranty support; comprehensive coverage in which Qmerit assumes responsibility for all equipment parts;

Model 1 Commercial Vehicles, the nation’s largest bus and transportation services dealer, has signed a national distribution agreement with The Shyft Group, who through its family of brands, engineers, assembles, services and upfits vehicles in various segments, including government services, delivery and service markets, and recreational vehicles. For Model 1, the agreement adds an expansive commercial product offering, which supports vehicle upfitting and second-stage manufacturing, a

EnergyHub announces that they are collaborating with Toyota Motor North America (Toyota) to improve the electric vehicle (EV) ownership experience. A direct integration with EnergyHub’s platform enables Toyota and Lexus drivers to take advantage of certain utility programs designed to reduce the cost of charging for EV customers, while helping utilities ensure grid reliability and accelerate decarbonization. Shifting EV charging load away from times of peak electricity demand

The Battery Show Europe, Europe’s most important event in batteries, electric and hybrid vehicle tech industries, returns on 18-20 June (Messe Stuttgart) opening registration and launching 2024’s full slate of global events dedicated to the growth and expansion of the EV and hybrid vehicle development verticals. Last year, The Battery Show Europe, co-located with The Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo Europe, welcomed tens of thousands of attendees from across

All-new, all-electric 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona delivers up to 670 horsepower and is expected to reach 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds, retaining its title as the world's quickest and most powerful muscle car 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack will cover quarter-mile in 11.5 seconds (estimated) and is still unsurpassed in quarter-mile elapsed time (ET) of any muscle car In addition to Charger Daytona Scat Pack, all-electric Charger models include 496-horsepower 20

Dedicated to providing a vast network of hardware providers to its customers, EV Connect, a leading EV charging business platform, today announced that LG Business Solutions has joined its Electric Vehicle Charge Station (EVCS) Certification Program. The new Level 2 AC charging stations from LG for the North American market are now fully certified for operation on the EV Connect Platform and within its charging ecosystem. The industry-leading certification program includes comprehensive testi

Acsia Technologies Private Limited, a global frontrunner in automotive software technology based in India enhanced its presence in Europe and North America with the appointment of key executive leaders. This expansion underscores Acsia's commitment to driving innovation in automotive software solutions and reinforcing its position as a leading player in the industry. Acsia Technologies Inc. (Acsia), the North American subsidiary of Acsia Technologies Private Limited, onboarded S

PGW Auto Glass, LLC announced that it has acquired AutoglassCRM, a provider of VIN decoding services and point-of-sale software focused on delivering business solutions to the automotive replacement glass installer. “This acquisition supports our strategic mission to provide our customers with the best technologies to compete in this increasingly complex industry,” said Todd Fencak, CEO of PGW Auto Glass. “We are excited to announce the launch of ‘Everything Autoglass,

The premier event in the 2W, 3W & EV industry, the Two Wheeler, Three Wheeler & EV Forum (TWF Presented by Trak N Tell), concluded its highly anticipated 5th Edition at YASHOBHOOMI (India International Convention & Expo Centre) Dwarka, New Delhi. The event, which took place on 21 & 22 February 2024, brought together over 500 Senior-Level Executives from 100+ brands, 60+ Speakers, and more than 35 Partners, solidifying its reputation as the must-attend event in the Indian autom

Veoneer today announced that the American Industrial Partners Capital Fund VII has completed the acquisition of Veoneer's Restraint Control Systems business from SSW Partners LP. The deal was first announced on December 6, 2023. Veoneer is a market leader in Automotive Safety Electronics. In the past year, nearly 1 in every 4 cars that left the production lines globally was equipped with Veoneer's Restraint Control System products, offering protection to vehicle occupants in

The advent of wireless charging in the commercial transport sector took a big step forward today with industry leader InductEV striking three new strategic partnerships. The company has reached agreements with Miller EV Solutions, Roush, and WB Engineers+Consultants to help accelerate the adoption of its high-power, on-route inductive charging technology and AI overlay for energy management. Each company will provide InductEV with mechanical and electrical engineering services to en

LG Energy Solution and Honda today marked Leap Day by erecting the final structural steel beam at the joint venture's new EV battery production facility being constructed near Jeffersonville, Ohio. This major construction milestone comes almost one year to the day after the groundbreaking that took place for the over 2 million square feet facility that is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. Projected to reach an overall investment of $4.4 billion and create some 2,200 n