EVSE supplier and charging network operator ChargePoint has announced that its entire current hardware portfolio now supports Plug & Charge technology. Plug & Charge, based on the ISO 15118-20 communication standard, simplifies charging for EV drivers. Instead of navigating proprietary apps or dealing with credit card readers (both common points of failure), drivers simply plug … Continue reading “All new ChargePoint hardware now supports the Plug & Charge seamless EV charging standard”
Smart Routing, Plug & Charge, Over-the-Air Updates, and Always-On eSIM Data This article may include affiliate links. America’s best EV drives don’t begin at the charger—they begin in your planning app and your connectivity plan. Whether you’re crossing Utah’s red rock in a crossover or dispatching a half-dozen light-duty vans across the Gulf Coast, the … Continue reading “Charge, Route, Report: A 2025 U.S. EV Road-Trip & Fleet Guide”
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Last Updated on: 30th August 2025, 01:12 am Three months ago, Great Wall Motors added the Cannon Alpha to the PHEV ute surge. We took one for a drive, and I wondered how it would be received. Would it be as successful in Australia’s ute-driving … Continue reading “Livin’ & Drivin’ with the Cannon Alpha PHEV Ute”
Last Updated on: 10th July 2025, 01:12 pm We recently received the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 to review, and we put it to the test. We plugged in all kinds of devices, and even half of a home, and the Elite 200 V2 was up to the task! Let’s start with a video of my … Continue reading “Bluetti Elite 200 V2 Test & Review”
Little Things Can Make a Big Difference This article may contain affiliate links. Trucks and heavy vehicles take on the toughest roads, handling dirt, debris and harsh weather conditions. While their size and power make them essential for transportation and logistics, they also create challenges—especially when it comes to road spray, loose gravel and safety … Continue reading “The Importance of Mudflaps for Trucks & Heavy Vehicles”
Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! I was driving past a grocery store and noticed they had a station to test drive the Nissan Ariya a little north of Denver, Colorado. I stopped by and took it for a spin. I drove the … Continue reading “I Test Drive A Nissan Ariya & Marvel At Some Year-End Deals”
Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! Why we still love our Model 3 after 5 years and ~138,856 miles Figure 1: My wife and me taking delivery on our 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range at the Tesla Salt Lake City delivery center on October … Continue reading “5 Years & 138,856 Miles on My 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range, Where Do I Stand Now?”
A Step-by-Step Guide To Keep Your People & Vehicles Moving A Step-by-Step Guide To Keep Your People & Vehicles Moving This article may contain affiliate links. Trucking is a dangerous business. Annually 388,000 trucking-related accidents, resulting in injury, death and property damage. To ensure the safety of your trucking business and its employees, it’s essential … Continue reading “A Step-by-Step Guide To Keep Your People & Vehicles Moving”
Sponsored by Advantech USA. What is EVSE: Meaning Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) refers to the infrastructure and components essential for charging electric vehicles (EVs). Often known as charging stations, charging docks, or simply chargers, EVSE provides power supplies to recharge electric vehicle batteries. This comprehensive system includes charging stations, connectors, cables, and control systems, … Continue reading “What is Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE): Types & Features”
Hesai is putting its lidar expertise to work no Westwell’s industry-leading autonomous yard tractors – a partnership that both companies will advance the state of the autonomous art. There’s no question that electrification is the killer app for yard trucks and terminal tractors. The trucks operate on tight routes, the work demands instant low-end torque, and … Continue reading “Hesai, Westwell to partner on autonomous yard tractors & electric semi trucks”
