What’s happening? Texas Governor signed HB 19 (2021 | TX) that attorneys for injured drivers, not at fault, say that the insurance coverage of the trucker, delivery driver or ride share won’t cover all their medical costs. Why is this important? The number of motor vehicle lawsuits have increased by 118% while the number of […]
Monthly Archives: September 2021
Local TREND. Local Driving Certifications for Ride Share Drivers.
What is happening? Toronto is introducing mandatory in-person road training for rideshare. Why is this important? Uber and Lyft both say that they fully support mandatory road training for public safety. How will this be important? Whether this trend repeats. BlogTO | Toronto Could Soon Force Uber and Lyft Drivers to Complete Special Training
Numbers. 2 Ford EV Manufacturing Facilities.
What is happening? Ford Motor Company is committing Billions to 2 EV manufacturing facilities. One located in Kentucky and the other in Tennessee. Why is this important? Let’s look at the numbers: 11,000 jobs in total 5,000 in Kentucky 5,800 in Tennessee KY will house a $5.8 billion battery manufacturing complex KY’s economic development deal: […]
Transit. Solar Power Bus Stops.
What’s happening? New Jersey is unveiling a solar powered bus stop with LED lighting, USB charging outlets and motion censors for safety and conservation. Why is this important? Riders returning to mass transit are said to be expecting more tech. How will this be important? A solar powered bus stop price tag is $11,900 and […]
Planning EV Chargers at Tourist Locations
What’s happening? Michigan’s Governor is proposing a series of EV chargers to be installed along Lake Michigan near tourist destinations. The Governor refers to the program as Lake Michigan Electric Vehicle Circuit. Why is this important? The Governor says “we’re going to serve as the best new road trip for electric vehicle owners in America” […]
Tourist Tax for RVs
What is happening? Oregon Governor signed SB 794 (2021 | OR) that would charge out of state RVs 25% more at state parks. Why is this important? Policymakers say it evens out the RV playing field as Oregonians pay extra to register their RV with Oregon’s DMV. How will this be important? Whether other states […]
EV Fleet Grant Programs
What’s happening? Local governments looking to switch their fleets to EVs are also looking for incentives and grants. Here’s what is available: Federal Highway Administration’s Low or No Emission Vehicle Program EPA’s Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program Alaska “Fleet applicants and rental companies located at Ted Stevens International Airport are eligible for $1,500 per charger […]
Race to 1st EV Charging Roadway in the U.S.
What’s happening? Michigan and Indiana are both vying to be the first state with a mile long roadway that charges EVs. Why is this important? Michigan will move forward with its Inductive Vehicle Charging Pilot. Indiana will use magnetizable concrete to enable wireless charging of EVs. How will this be important? EV charging roadways are […]
High Speed Rail and Wildlife Bridges
What’s happening? A proposal for a high speed rail from Las Vegas to Los Angeles is gaining calls for wildlife bridges to protect the mountain sheep along the rail line. Why is this important? How this high speed rail project considered the wildlife bridge may be telling for other rail lines and may be a […]
Houston’s Move to EV Fleet by 2030
What’s happening? Houston is expanding its EV fleet with a transition anticipated in 2030. The city anticipates recouping about $55 million of that cost in fuel savings and avoided maintenance costs Why is this important? The current fleet is 15 EVs. This year it is adding 100 EV light duty trucks and transit vans. How […]