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Trump Administration Halts New EV Charging Funds

President Trump’s Department of Transportation just put a hold on new EV charging projects funded by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. In a letter to states, the Federal Highway Administration announced it’s suspending approval of state plans, meaning no new funds can be committed until further notice. NEVI, created under the 2022 Infrastructure Law, set aside $5 billion to expand the charging network. The Biden administration had already approved funding through 2025, but Trump’s team is now reviewing…

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Rivian Expands Pre-Owned R1 Sales to Tennessee

Rivian just made it a little easier to snag a pre-owned R1 in Tennessee. They’ve officially opened up their Pre-Owned R1 Shop in the state, meaning you can now buy a used Rivian that’s been inspected and approved by the company itself—no sketchy third-party dealers, no guessing what you’re getting. Tennessee joins a growing list of states where Rivian sells pre-owned vehicles, including Utah, Virginia, Oregon, Florida, Colorado, Arizona, California, Illinois, and Nevada. It’s cool to see Rivian expanding this because, let’s be…

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South Carolina Lawmakers Push to Legalize Direct EV Sales

South Carolina lawmakers are considering a bill allowing electric vehicle companies to sell directly to consumers. Scout Motors, a Volkswagen subsidiary, is building a $2 billion EV factory in the state. Despite receiving a $1.3 billion incentive package, current laws prevent the company from selling its vehicles directly to South Carolinians. Even the 4,000 workers expected at the plant would have to travel to another state to buy the cars they help build. South Carolina has required all new car…

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Rivian Opens Fleet Orders for Commercial Van, Deliveries Start in April

Rivian is officially opening fleet orders for its Commercial Van, and some businesses are already getting early access invites. Deliveries begin in April, and companies can choose between the Delivery 500 Series and the Delivery 700 Series. While Amazon has been the exclusive customer until now, others like DHL and AT&T have already signed on to use these vans, signaling broader adoption in the commercial EV space. The Rivian Commercial Van starts at $79,900 and features a single-motor front-wheel-drive system producing 320 horsepower and 299 lb-ft of torque. It’s…

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Normal Approves $3M Infrastructure Project for Rivian Expansion

The Town of Normal is all in on Rivian’s expansion. The council just gave the green light to a set of resolutions that will help the automaker grow west of its current factory, including a plan to reimburse Rivian up to $3 million for extending a sewer line. The unanimous vote happened without any discussion showing how much the town supports Rivian’s future. The new 18-inch sewer line will run along West College Avenue and across Rivian Motorway, filling a…

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