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Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Scout Motors brands to implement the North American Charging Standard in future electric vehicles

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Future Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Scout electric vehicles to use the North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging port, starting in 2025

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  • Future Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Scout electric vehicles to use the North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging port, starting in 2025
    Volkswagen, Porsche, and Audi are exploring adapter solutions for existing vehicles to access the Tesla Supercharger network, starting in 2025
    ATLANTA, Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Scout Motors today announced planned implementation of the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for future products in the North American region, beginning in 2025.
  • To enable existing customers with a Combined Charging System (CCS) charging port to access the Tesla Supercharger network—which would greatly expand charging provider choice—the brands are exploring adapter solutions for existing vehicles.
  • This has the potential to expand customer charging access to more than 15,000 Superchargers.
  • “This is great news for our electric vehicle customers in the North American Region,” said Pablo Di Si, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America.

Electrify America to add North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector by 2025

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

RESTON, Va., June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrify America announced today it will add the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector to Electrify America and Electrify Canada's fast charging networks as part of the company's commitment to broaden charging solutions for electric vehicle (EV) drivers today and in the future.

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  • RESTON, Va., June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrify America announced today it will add the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector to Electrify America and Electrify Canada's fast charging networks as part of the company's commitment to broaden charging solutions for electric vehicle (EV) drivers today and in the future.
  • Electrify America to add NACS connector by 2025, continues to support CCS-1 connector standard
    Electrify America will continue to provide the Combined Charging System (CCS-1) connector throughout its network as it transitions to also support automakers adding NACS charging ports.
  • The company will work to offer a NACS connector option at existing and future charging stations by 2025 to make charging as convenient as possible for EV owners.
  • Electrify America and Electrify Canada stations feature chargers at 150 kilowatts (kW) and 350kW, some of the fastest charging speeds available today.

Giovanni Palazzo Named Chairman of Electrify America and Executive Leader of Volkswagen Group Global Charging and Energy

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Monday, February 6, 2023

RESTON, Va., Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrify America announced today two leadership changes with Giovanni Palazzo becoming Chairman of the Board of Electrify America and Senior Vice President of Charging and Energy, a global position  at Volkswagen Group, and Rob Barrosa becoming Electrify America's President and CEO. 

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  • RESTON, Va., Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrify America announced today two leadership changes with Giovanni Palazzo becoming Chairman of the Board of Electrify America and Senior Vice President of Charging and Energy, a global position  at Volkswagen Group, and Rob Barrosa becoming Electrify America's President and CEO.
  • Palazzo will continue to work closely with Electrify America in his role as chair, which is effective February 15, 2023.
  • Prior to coming to Electrify America, Palazzo held numerous executive leadership positions with Volkswagen Group starting in 2011.
  • He has concentrated on electric mobility and infrastructure, having served as Head of E-Mobility Business, Group Strategy, Volkswagen Group, prior to joining Electrify America.

Ivey Foundation to wind up, granting $100 million endowment over next five years

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

After careful consideration, Ivey Foundation's board of directors reached their decision based on the recognition that foundations need not continue in perpetuity for perpetuity's sake.

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  • After careful consideration, Ivey Foundation's board of directors reached their decision based on the recognition that foundations need not continue in perpetuity for perpetuity's sake.
  • Ivey Foundation will continue granting through its Economy and Environment Program to support initiatives that accelerate a prosperous future.
  • A detailed wind down business plan is under development, with additional updates to be posted on the Ivey Foundation website as they become available.
  • Ivey Foundation is a private charitable foundation with a long history rooted in excellence, accountability and transparency.

North America Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Market Analysis/Forecast Report 2022-2029 - Government Initiatives to Drive the Adoption of EVS and Associated Infrastructure - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

Based on charging type, the North American electric vehicle charging stations market is mainly segmented into Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast-charging.

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  • Based on charging type, the North American electric vehicle charging stations market is mainly segmented into Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast-charging.
  • Based on connection type, the North American electric vehicle charging stations market is segmented into pantograph, connector, and wireless EV charging.
  • Based on end user, the North American electric vehicle charging stations market is segmented into commercial EV charging stations and residential EV charging stations.
  • In 2022, the commercial EV charging stations segment is expected to account for the largest share of the electric vehicle charging stations market.

Lucid Expands Presence in Canada with Toronto Studio Opening; Expects Canadian Deliveries in Spring 2022; Collaborates with Electrify Canada

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

NEWARK, Calif., March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group (NASDAQ: LCID), setting new standards with the longest range, fastest charging electric car on the market, today announced the official opening of its newest Studio location at the Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto, Ontario. This location serves as the second location in Canada and 23rd in the company's growing North American retail network. The company expects to begin Canadian deliveries of the Lucid Air in Spring 2022.

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  • This location serves as the second location in Canada and 23rd in the company's growing North American retail network.
  • The company expects to begin Canadian deliveries of the Lucid Air in Spring 2022.
  • Lucid has collaborated with Electrify Canada to offer those who reserve a Lucid Air by June 30, 2022, two years of complimentary charging on the rapidly growing charging network.
  • In addition, Lucid Studios augment the physical experience of seeing and touching a Lucid Air with an elevated digital experience.

#EVWeekinCanada Highlights Zero-Emission Vehicle Investments Across the Country

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Friday, July 30, 2021

These investments are building a coast-to-coast network of fast chargers and installing chargers in local areas where Canadians live, work and play.

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  • These investments are building a coast-to-coast network of fast chargers and installing chargers in local areas where Canadians live, work and play.
  • These investments support Canada's new mandatory target of 100-percent zero-emission light-duty vehicle sales by 2035.
  • We're building a coast-to-coast network of electric vehicle charging stations from St. John's to Victoria, and raising ZEV awareness.
  • Investments in charging infrastructure made so far will result in more than 17,000 new charging stations available to Canadians.

Electrify America Announces its "Boost Plan" to More than Double its Current EV Charging Network by End of 2025

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

In addition to adding to its existing network in the U.S., Electrify America will also expand its Electrify Canada charging network which began installations in 2019.

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  • In addition to adding to its existing network in the U.S., Electrify America will also expand its Electrify Canada charging network which began installations in 2019.
  • Electrify America is the largest, open DC (Direct Current) Fast Charging network in the U.S.
  • Electrify America expects to have more than 1,700 total charging stations with over 9,500 chargers by end 2025.
  • Electrify Canada expects to have more than 100 charging stations with over 500 chargers across nine provinces by end of 2025 For more information, visit: electrify-canada.ca .

Tritium Partners with Loop EV Charging Network to Expand DC Fast Charging Infrastructure

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

TORRANCE, Calif., June 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --To meet growing demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure throughout the U.S., Tritium , a global leader in direct current (DC) fast charging hardware and software, today announced it has entered into a collaboration agreement with EV charging network operator Loop.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., June 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --To meet growing demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure throughout the U.S., Tritium , a global leader in direct current (DC) fast charging hardware and software, today announced it has entered into a collaboration agreement with EV charging network operator Loop.
  • "Tritium's industry-leading DC fast-charging solutions allow us to serve our customers better as we continue the expansion of Loop's rapidly growing EV charging network," said Dustin Cavanaugh, CEO at Loop.
  • "We recognize the important role DC fast charging plays in widespread EV adoption, and we could not be more excited to combine forces with Tritium to drive adoption of this technology across the U.S."
    Tritium's partnership with Loop comes as demand increases for faster EV charging options across the U.S. Los Angeles has seen high growth in EV adoption but remains underserved in terms of the availability of fast charging infrastructure.
  • Loop's mission is to make EV charging more accessible to the world, by streamlining the development and operation of convenient and accessible public or private EV charging networks.

AJAC Announces Launch of EcoMonth Initiative to Encourage Eco-friendly Driving

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021

EcoMonth is supported by Electric Mobility Canada, a national non-profit dedicated to advancing e-mobility (including plug-in hybrids and fuel cell electric vehicles) and accelerating the transition to electric mobility across Canada.

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  • EcoMonth is supported by Electric Mobility Canada, a national non-profit dedicated to advancing e-mobility (including plug-in hybrids and fuel cell electric vehicles) and accelerating the transition to electric mobility across Canada.
  • EcoMonth is also supported by Electrify Canada, whose ultra-fast DC charging stations can be found in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec.
  • "Electrify Canada is once again proud to support AJAC EcoMonth and help raise awareness of the importance of electric mobility and the many benefits of driving an EV," said Robert Barrosa, senior director Sales, Business Development and Marketing, Electrify Canada.
  • With an increasing number of Canadians considering electrified vehicles, education programs such as AJAC's EcoMonth are more important than ever," said AJAC President Stephanie Wallcraft.