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Stay informed with the latest electric trucking updates from Transport Topics. This section features news and analysis on EV adoption in freight and commercial transportation, including advancements in battery technology, charging infrastructure and regulatory developments. Explore how electric trucks are reshaping fleet operations, sustainability goals and the future of the trucking industry.

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Congressional Republicans Push Reconciliation Bill

House Republicans recently took a major step in their quest to approve as early as this month a comprehensive tax and budget measure supported by the Trump White House.

May 5, 2025
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Rivian to Build $120 Million Supplier Park in Illinois

The 1.2 million-square-foot park in Normal will allow the electric-vehicle maker to increase production at its plant in 2026, when it starts building its R2 model, said CEO RJ Scaringe.

May 5, 2025
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Rivian Stockpiled EV Batteries From Asia Before Trump Tariffs

Rivian quietly built a reserve of electric vehicle batteries from Asia ahead of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, giving the company a measure of insurance against economic upheaval.

April 30, 2025
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Bezos-Backed Startup Slate Launches US-Made Electric Pickup

Slate Auto plans to debut a small electric-powered, American-made pickup for less than $20,000 with federal subsidies.

April 28, 2025
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Waymo Wants to Expand Robotaxi Service South of San Francisco

Waymo is seeking California’s permission to expand its footprint in the South Bay, offering fared robotaxi rides throughout San Jose and along the peninsula.

April 18, 2025
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GSA Nixes 32 Federal EV Charging Projects Worth $23 Million

GSA has now issued a memo to tenants in federal facilities under its authority that outlines how they must justify what is necessary to retain EV charging infrastructure.

April 10, 2025
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Federal Funding Cuts Set to Slow Spread of EV Chargers

President Donald Trump’s federal funding cuts are poised to slow down growth in the installation of electric-vehicle charging stations across the country, according to the CEO.

April 2, 2025
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Perspective: The Split Personalities of Musk and Tesla

The publicly espoused viewpoints of Tesla CEO Elon Musk and his own company regarding electric vehicles appear to be at odds.

March 31, 2025
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Hyundai Showcases $7.6B Georgia EV Plant, Announces Expansion

Hyundai celebrated the opening of its new $7.6 billion EV factory in Georgia by announcing plans to expand its production capacity by two-thirds to a total of 500,000 vehicles per year.

March 26, 2025
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Rivian Spins Out ‘Micromobility’ EV Startup Called Also

Rivian Automotive Inc. is spinning out a business that will develop small electric vehicles designed for short trips.

March 26, 2025