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Your resource for industry news, education, and all things EV charging, written by SemaConnect experts and guest bloggers. SemaConnect is an international leader in commercial electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and management software for commercial real estate, hotels, hospitals, universities, and more. Blog features news, thoughts & rants about Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. We..
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The White House recently implemented rules for various federal funding opportunities requiring companies to be Buy America compliant. The EV charging industry is no different. The Buy America standards require that all steel and iron incorporated into a project must be produced in the United States. The assembly and manufacturing processes of products, including EV chargers, also must be done in the United States.
These requirements are put in place to not only promote job growth in the United States but also to ensure that industry supply chains are secure and stable. Supply chain conce ..read more
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When installing electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment at your automotive dealership, there is a lot to consider. And, considering that the EV market in the United States is projected to be worth just under $140 billion by 2027, now is the right time to install charging equipment. First, your location will need to undergo a site assessment, and once that is done, you’ll need to choose the best EV charging equipment for your dealership. When you’ve got all that in place, it’s time to choose your installer, and for that, you have a few options for selecting the right electrician.
How to ..read more
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Savvy consumers and businesses want more from the companies they deal with. It’s not enough to simply have great products and services anymore. Now, a company that wants to be successful has to prove that it is also socially responsible, as consumers have overwhelmingly stated that they want to deal with companies that are environmentally responsible. The best way to demonstrate that your company takes social justice and environmental stewardship seriously is to set and follow a sustainability strategy. Here’s how electric vehicles and EV charging can charge up your organization’s su ..read more
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1y ago
Usually when discussing federal electric vehicle tax credits in the United States, most people are referring to the Clean Vehicle Credit (formerly the Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit) for new EVs. But that’s not the only federal tax credit for buying an EV. Beginning in 2023, there are two new EV tax credits: the Used Clean Vehicle Credit and the Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit. Here’s what you need to know about the newest clean vehicle tax credits.
But, before we get to that, it’s important to note that these tax credits are only available for vehicles purchased on or a ..read more
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Perhaps nothing illustrates the rise of electric vehicles over the past decade more than this statistic: In 2012, the total number of electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the entire world was 120,000. In 2021, more EVs than that were sold each week. In total, the International Energy Association reports, 6.6 million EVs were sold around the world in 2021, meaning almost 10% of all vehicle sales that year were electric, bringing the total number of EVs on the roads to about 16.5 million. Finally, in the first quarter of 2022, EV sales were up 75% from that same time period in 2021! Needles ..read more
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The best time to transition your business vehicle fleet from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EV) is now. Thanks to new tax credits for EVs and EV charging stations as well as lower fuel and maintenance costs for EVs, fleet managers can now save money while setting an example for other organizations. Here are four reasons why now is the time to electrify your business or government fleet.
Limited time to claim tax credits for EV fleets
There are currently numerous incentives to purchase EVs and EV charging equipment. But, like all good things, these will eventual ..read more
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1y ago
The White House announced the final rules and regulations for states implementing their National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Programs and the Federal Highway Administration published its Buy America standards for EV infrastructure. These announcements impact both charging companies and consumers who will be using EV charging products. Here is a quick summary of what these announcements said and what it means for consumers.
What Are the Final Federal NEVI Standards?
All 50 states have already received their funding from the NEVI Program to implement EV charging infrastructure ..read more
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1y ago
For many drivers considering their first electric vehicle, one of the biggest barriers is this: fear of running out of electricity, also known as “EV range anxiety.” With public charging stations less frequent along highways than gas stations, it makes sense. A Volvo/Harris study found that 65% of EV drivers said that they initially had range anxiety that “went away after a few months,” which reflects the typical driver’s home charger usage. But for the rest of the drivers who sometimes take long road trips or forget to plug in their vehicle, Blink now has a new solution for range anxiety. EV ..read more
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1y ago
You asked, we delivered.
We’re excited to relaunch the newly redesigned Blink Mobile Charger! First debuted in 2020 and included in pilot programs with roadside assistance companies, our new version is lighter and more flexible than ever before! Here’s what you need to know about the new mobile charger for emergency roadside assistance, insurance companies, and fleet operators.
Why portable charging?
To get full power, EV charging stations typically must be hardwired into an electrical system. Charging at home or work – the typical daily routine – is easy. While home charging means that ..read more
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1y ago
No importa el tamaño, ni la línea de negocio de su compañía, el rendimiento es un reto a cumplir. Para esto es necesario evaluar las áreas en las que se pueden hacer mejoras y obtener resultados importantes. Una de las partes más relevantes es el gasto que hacen las compañías en movilidad y transporte.
Este puede representar casi el 44% de los costos logísticos de una empresa, de acuerdo con el estudio Logistics Cost and Service 2020, de la consultoría en cadena de suministro Establish.
La movilidad eléctrica, una respuesta a muchas necesidades
Desde la incursión de los vehículos eléctr ..read more