Charging Infrastructure

Charging Infrastructure

Investing in Infrastructure: Aviva sponsors EV charging stations in remote communities

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Toronto, Ontario -- Through its Charged for Change program, the auto insurer is funding the installation of Level 2 charging stations in 10 Canadian communities.

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Connectivity Concerns: 53 percent of electric vehicle users report being unable to use charging stations, says EverCharge study

Toronto, Ontario – EverCharge recently published a report, based on findings by VISAQ/Coleman, reveals that 53 percent of electric vehicle users across North America report being unable to use charging stations. The study also suggests that North American drivers are in agreement that EV charging infrastructure reliability still needs improvement across the industry. The report, […]

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Electric Spending: EV charging stations boost spending at nearby businesses by average of 1.4 percent, says MIT study

Toronto, Ontario — A new study from MIT researchers indicates that charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) can boost income for businesses by an average of 1.4 percent. Specifically, the study found that in California where data was collected, opening a charging station boosted annual spending at each nearby business by an average of about […]

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Going With the Flow: Telus and FLO partner to expand connectivity across North America

Quebec City, Quebec — On October 31st, Telus and FLO—a leading North American electric vehicle charging network operator and smart charging solution provider—announced an agreement to bring Telus’ connection to FLO chargers.  FLO currently has 1.5 million charging sessions coast-to-coast. Telus aims to support this network by aiding in the development of critical infrastructure for […]

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EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles charge up; self-driving cars chill out

Toronto, Ontario – In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, B.C. rolls out faster electric vehicle charging stations; and LG announces the future of autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) councillors in cars.  Rural-area rollout B.C. Hydro recently announced plans to install faster electric vehicle charging stations in the areas of Surrey, Manning Park, Tumbler Ridge […]

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Charge Challenge: German duo aim to break record for fewest charges in cross-Canada EV trip

Toronto, Ontario — A pair of German adventurers are currently pushing Canada’s EV infrastructure to its very limits, as driver Rainer Zietlow and cameraman Elric Popp attempt to travel from St. John’s, N.L. to Victoria, B.C. in a Volkswagen ID.4. While this is by no means the first documented cross-Canada EV trip, the Deutsche duo […]

No-name Network: Multi-OEM coalition to challenge Tesla with combined CCS/NACS network

Toronto, Ontario — An international coalition of seven major automotive brands announced the formation of a new company on Wednesday, which will see Tesla’s dominant Superchargers challenged by a new combined CCS/NACS network. Comprised of General Motors, Stellantis, Hyundai/Kia, Honda, BMW and Mercedes-Benz, this as-of-yet unnamed company plans to roll out more than 30,000 fast […]

EV/AV Report: Rivian gets Supercharged, lithium mining needs a boost and TELUS gets a JOLT

Toronto, Ontario — Rivian falls in line with several other OEMs in joining Tesla’s Supercharger network, mining experts voice concerns over current demand for lithium and TELUS links up with a charging developer to offer free Wi-Fi and cheap charges. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Roping in Rivian Rivian is the […]

EV/AV Report: VinFast’s first North American shipment recalled; Ford to use Supercharger-compatible ports in future models

Toronto, Ontario — VinFast’s entry into the U.S. market meets some bumps on the road, while Ford EV drivers gain access to Tesla’s Supercharger network. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Slow start for VinFast Bad news for early adopters of breakout EV automaker VinFast, as the company’s very first shipment of […]

EV Alley: Federal gov. lays out plans for Canada-U.S. charging station corridor

Detroit, Michigan — Canadian Federal Minister of Transport Omar Alghabra met with his U.S. counterpart, Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, in Detroit on Tuesday to announce the first binational alternative fuel corridor between the two nations. This joint Canada-U.S. agreement plans to line the highways stretching from Kalamazoo, Mich. to Québec City with EV charging […]

Better Batteries: Researchers from U of Waterloo look at fast-charging, home power capacity in new project

Waterloo, Ontario — Despite many Canadians reporting that their next new vehicle purchase will likely be an EV, that seemingly minuscule difference between a two-minute gas fillup and a 15-minute session of “fast-charging” has proven to be a deterrent for wider EV adoption. A team of researchers from the University of Waterloo is currently working […]

EvoCharge To Expand Operations with New Headquarters

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — May 9, 2023 — EvoCharge®, an industry leader in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and cable management solutions, today announced it will be moving its operations from the Phillips & Temro Industries (PTI) headquarters to its own dedicated facility in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The building is currently undergoing remodeling, and the move is slated for this Spring. […]

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