Hyundai Expands EV Charging Perk s for IONIQ Buyers
Hyundai is making EV ownership more convenient with an expanded charging incentive program for buyers of the 2025 IONIQ 6, 2024 IONIQ 6, and 2024 IONIQ 5. Eligible customers who purchase or lease these models beginning March 1, 2025, can choose between a complimentary ChargePoint® Home Flex Level 2 charger or a $400 public charging credit.
Hyundai will provide the home charger through its Hyundai Home Marketplace, which also offers professional installation services. Customers opting for the $400 charging credit can use it on multiple networks, including IONNA, EVgo, Shell Recharge, and ChargePoint, via the ChargePoint mobile app. The ChargePoint network grants access to more than 87,000 EV chargers nationwide.
“At Hyundai, we’re committed to making the transition to electric as seamless as possible for our customers,” said Olabisi Boyle, senior vice president of product planning and mobility strategy at Hyundai Motor North America. “By making home charging more accessible, we’re helping customers enjoy the convenience of waking up to a fully charged vehicle.”
How to Redeem the Offer
Home Charger Option:
- Customers can select the home charger by visiting the Hyundai Home Marketplace and completing the necessary profile and vehicle details.
- Hyundai’s installation partner, Electrum, will provide a coupon code within five business days.
- Hardwired installation through Hyundai Home is required, with costs covered by the customer.
ChargePoint Credit Option:
- Customers can redeem the $400 credit through the Hyundai Home Marketplace by selecting the charging credit option.
- After receiving a coupon code via email, they must apply it to their ChargePoint account within 60 days.
- The credit is valid for two years across participating charging networks.
Hyundai Home Marketplace
The Hyundai Home Marketplace serves as a one-stop shop for home electrification, offering not only EV chargers but also solar panels and energy storage solutions. Hyundai has partnered with Electrum to ensure a seamless installation process and provide expert energy advice to customers transitioning to electric mobility.
TESCO’s Testing Solutions
As electric vehicle (EV) adoption surges, the reliability and accuracy of public charging infrastructure have become critical. In the United States, over 71,000 stations with approximately 200,000 charging ports exist as of March 2025, while Canada hosts 12,955 stations with 33,767 ports. Despite this growth, challenges persist in ensuring charger functionality and billing accuracy.
Studies reveal that 26% of public chargers and up to 45% of DC fast chargers fail, leading to broken sessions and billing discrepancies. In California alone, over 15% of public chargers inaccurately bill customers. Despite compliance frameworks such as NIST Handbook 44 and state-level standards, many chargers remain uncertified, posing risks for both consumers and operators.
TESCO® (The Eastern Specialty Company), with over a century of expertise, is addressing these challenges with its innovative Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) testing solutions. TESCO’s patented technologies ensure charger accuracy through:
- Comprehensive accuracy verification to align billed energy with actual usage.
- Real-world simulation to test charger performance in typical operating conditions.
- Portable on-site testing to minimize downtime and maintain compliance.
As the EV landscape continues to expand, maintaining charging station accuracy is essential for protecting consumer trust and ensuring sustainable growth. TESCO® remains committed to supporting utilities and network operators with advanced solutions that uphold compliance and billing integrity.
AmpUp Partners with Roundtrip EV
AmpUp, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, has announced a partnership with Roundtrip EV Solutions Inc., an innovator in medium and heavy-duty EV solutions. AmpUp will provide fleet management software and oversee Roundtrip EV’s charging network, supporting the electrification of waste management fleets.
Tom Sun, co-founder and CEO of AmpUp, emphasized that reliable tools are essential for electric fleet operators in demanding sectors like waste management, where downtime is not an option. AmpUp’s fleet management solution includes features such as:
- Centralized dashboard for real-time fleet readiness and asset tracking
- Intelligent alert system to prevent service disruptions
- Advanced vehicle management with real-time battery data and load management
- Route optimization to ensure efficient operations and prevent power loss
- Interactive depot live view to streamline charging and troubleshooting
- GPS-based asset tracking for real-time adjustments and schedule adherence
- Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) readiness to future-proof operations and reduce costs
Roundtrip EV Solutions provides a comprehensive approach to electrifying medium and heavy-duty truck fleets, managing everything from truck and charger configurations to infrastructure buildout and ongoing fleet maintenance. The company plans to launch its first electrified fleet in summer 2025.
Dan Friedberg, founder and CEO of Roundtrip EV, highlighted AmpUp’s reputation for reliability and its comprehensive approach to fleet operations, ensuring maximum uptime for mission-critical services. This partnership sets a new benchmark for sustainable and efficient waste collection services across medium and heavy-
Nissan and SK On Partner
Nissan and SK On have announced a battery supply agreement to support Nissan’s electric vehicle (EV) production in North America. Under the agreement, SK On will supply nearly 100GWh of high-nickel batteries to Nissan from 2028 to 2033. These U.S.-manufactured batteries will power Nissan’s next-generation EVs at its Canton, Mississippi assembly plant, reinforcing both companies’ commitment to electrification and sustainable mobility.
The partnership involves a $661 million investment by SK On, supporting 1,700 U.S. jobs, alongside Nissan’s $500 million investment in EV production at the Canton facility. Christian Meunier, chairman of Nissan Americas, highlighted the partnership as a milestone in Nissan’s electrification strategy, leveraging SK On’s expanding U.S. production capacity to meet customer demands for innovative electric vehicles.
This agreement marks SK On’s first supply deal with a Japanese automaker, further expanding its global customer base. SK On, a subsidiary of South Korea’s SK Group, operates two battery plants in the U.S. and is building four additional plants with partners. Once fully operational, SK On’s U.S. production capacity is expected to exceed 180GWh annually.
Nissan is accelerating its EV strategy with plans to launch 30 new models over the next three years, including 16 electrified vehicles. Starting in 2028, the Canton assembly plant will produce all-new EVs, reinforcing Nissan’s commitment to localized EV production and a sustainable future.
This collaboration marks a key step in strengthening the U.S. EV manufacturing ecosystem, ensuring advanced, high-quality EV technology backed by a reliable domestic supply chain.
CarbonScape Secures U.S. Patent for Graphite
CarbonScape, a deep-tech company specializing in high-performance graphite for batteries, has been granted a key U.S. patent (US12187615B2), bolstering its role in sustainable graphite production and U.S. market expansion.
The patent covers CarbonScape’s innovative process of converting biochar—a carbon-rich byproduct of biomass—into battery-grade graphite, offering an alternative to traditional mining and synthetic production. This breakthrough provides a scalable, cost-effective, and eco-friendly solution for lithium-ion battery anodes, crucial to EVs and energy storage.
With China controlling 95% of the global battery-grade graphite supply, CarbonScape’s U.S. expansion addresses supply chain vulnerabilities. The company has secured agreements for domestic woodchip sourcing, benefiting from a strong forestry sector and favorable government policies supporting critical mineral development.
Recent advancements include an industry-leading 90% spheroidization yield, further demonstrating the efficiency of CarbonScape’s process. As electrification accelerates, the company’s technology offers a secure, low-cost, and sustainable graphite source to power the future of battery manufacturing in the U.S.
ENC Partners& InductEV Wireless EV Charging for Transit Buses
California-based bus manufacturer ENC has teamed up with InductEV, a leader in wireless EV charging, to offer transit agencies enhanced electric bus options featuring high-power wireless charging. This partnership aims to eliminate range concerns, improve economic efficiency over wired and pantograph systems, and provide a more stable solution amid supply chain challenges.
ENC will integrate InductEV’s wireless charging into its Axess EVO-BE buses, available in multiple sizes and capable of hands-free, high-power charging. Municipal transit fleets across the U.S. and Canada are set to benefit from this technology, which maximizes fleet uptime and enables a one-to-one diesel bus replacement. Toronto-based City View Specialty Vehicles will serve as ENC’s exclusive Canadian distributor.
BEVs Can Meet Driving Needs Even in Extreme Weather
A study by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory confirms that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) can reliably meet typical driving requirements, even in extreme temperatures. While cold weather can reduce range—by 41% at 20°F and 54% at 0°F—advanced technologies like heat pumps and cabin pre-conditioning help mitigate these effects. Testing showed that a BEV with a 60 kWh battery can maintain a comfortable cabin temperature (72°F) for over a day in a blizzard at 20°F. Despite range sensitivity to temperature changes, BEVs remain a viable and efficient option for most drivers.
Honda and Acura EV Owners to Access Tesla Superchargers Starting June 2025
Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX owners will gain access to over 20,000 Tesla Superchargers in the U.S. starting in June 2025, with the introduction of an approved NACS-CCS DC fast-charging adapter. The adapter, tested for safety and compatibility, ensures reliable charging at any NACS DC fast-charging point. Honda aims to provide its EV customers with convenient access to over 100,000 charging points by 2030, including Tesla Superchargers, EVgo, Electrify America, and its own IONNA network. The new adapter will be available at authorized dealerships, with pricing details to be announced.
Wallbox’s Supernova DC Fast Charger CTEP
Wallbox has announced that its Supernova DC fast charger has received California Type Evaluation Program (CTEP) certification, meeting the state’s rigorous standards for accuracy and billing transparency. This certification, which is essential for chargers involved in the sale of electricity, ensures that the Supernova provides accurate power measurements and clear transaction details, including cost and energy dispensed. This milestone supports Wallbox’s North American expansion and positions the company for growth in California’s leading EV market.