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States with Democratic leadership take legal action against the Trump administration regarding funds for electric vehicle charging stations.

The Blue State coalition filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Wednesday after it ceased a federally funded initiative. The District of Columbia, along with 16 states, including California, Colorado, and Washington, is challenging actions that threaten the Federal Highway Administration’s $5 billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. In January, President Trump […]

Fine-print fiasco: More carmakers charging subscription fees for once-free features

Hey, automakers: Upselling is enough! According to a new study, most drivers are tired of being asked to pay subscription fees for features such as heated seats and remote start that are already built into their cars. While the automaker claims it’s about safety and innovation, locking the horsepower behind the $1,200 Mercedes paywall feels […]

California Has More EV Charging Ports than Gas Pumps, but Demand Struggles

California currently has more electric vehicle (EV) charging stations than gas nozzles, but consumer demand is struggling to meet Gov. Gavin Newsom's goal of ending gas-powered vehicles by 2035, and federal support is questionable. Los Angeles Times It has been reported Wednesday: Electric vehicle charging ports surpass gas nozzles across Golden State, indicating an increase […]

China’s BYD says new EV charging system works in 5-8 minutes

Chinese energy and automotive giant BYD has announced an ultra-fast EV charging system that says it's almost as fast as it's pumping. China's largest EV maker, BYD, said Monday that it can provide a full charge to its latest EV within 5-8 minutes, similar to the time required for the Flash Charger to fill the […]

Southwest Airlines charging to check bags for first time

Southwest is setting another beloved perk to the sun. The airline said Tuesday it would end its decades-old free bag check policy. Another break from tradition as the company tries to avoid progress from activist investors. Southwest's latest major change follows a months-long campaign from Elliott Investment Management, which won stock in the airline last […]