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GreenPower $5M V2G Electric School Buses in New Mexico
GreenPower Motor Company Inc. has signed a $5 million contract with the state of New Mexico to lead a two-year all-electric school bus pilot project. The initiative will deploy six of GreenPower’s zero-emission, purpose-built buses—three Type A Nano BEAST Access models in 2025–26 and three Type D BEAST and Mega BEAST models in 2026–27. The buses will rotate statewide in five six-week pilot rounds each year.
GreenPower will provide training, install both Level 2 and Level 3 charging stations, and support a vehicle-to-grid (V2G) evaluation in year two. The Mega BEAST, with a 387 kWh battery and 300-mile range, will be central to testing grid stability and sustainable energy use. Partnering with Highland Electric Fleets, the project emphasizes charging infrastructure and community readiness. School districts are currently being selected to participate, and the pilot draws on GreenPower’s successful efforts in West Virginia.
DeCharge Community-Owned EV Charging Network
DeCharge, a decentralized EV charging network, has launched in the U.S. to address the lack of public charging infrastructure with a community-powered model. The platform enables small business owners, parking lot operators, and others to host EV chargers and earn revenue. Backed by $2.5 million in seed funding, DeCharge begins pilot programs in the DMV area, New York, and California, aiming to onboard over 1,000 hosts across 10 states within a year. Its AI- and blockchain-powered platform offers real-time payments, flexible pricing, and zero-capex rollouts, making it ideal for fleet and commercial operators.
Emobi & ElectricFish Grid-Independent EV Charging
Emobi, North America’s largest EV charging roaming network, has partnered with ElectricFish to accelerate the deployment of fast, scalable EV charging without relying on costly or time-consuming grid upgrades. The partnership integrates Emobi’s JustPlug technology—which allows seamless automatic charging even for non-Plug & Charge vehicles—with ElectricFish’s 350Squared microgrid-scale energy storage system that enables ultra-fast EV charging while reducing grid dependency.
The collaboration targets public and fleet charging depots, addressing key adoption barriers like charging speed, infrastructure compatibility, and deployment delays. ElectricFish’s system offers 133% faster charging and cuts up to 90% of grid upgrade costs, while Emobi’s encrypted, interoperable platform ensures secure, efficient operation across various charging systems. Pilot deployments are planned in Detroit, Redwood City, and Oakland. Together, the companies aim to build a resilient, future-proof EV infrastructure that simplifies the charging experience and scales globally.
Everged Selects i-charging for Advanced DC Fast Charger
Everged, a leader in sustainable energy and EV charging infrastructure, has chosen i-charging as its provider for DC fast charging hardware, bringing nearly 1,000 high-performance chargers to the U.S. market. The partnership strengthens Everged’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge, reliable, and secure charging solutions, with hardware capable of up to 400 kW per plug and robust international certifications. Everged will integrate these chargers into its growing national network, including projects like the City of San Diego’s 10-year public EV charging program.
ZM Trucks Shows ZM8 SWB Compact
ZM Trucks has launched the ZM8 SWB (Short Wheelbase), a versatile new electric commercial vehicle with a 138-inch wheelbase optimized for tight urban environments and multiple upfit applications. Supporting 12- to 16-foot box configurations, the ZM8 SWB is available in both Class 4 and Class 5 versions, offering payloads up to 12,450 pounds and ranges of up to 165 miles. With standard dual electric power take-offs and zero-emissions performance, the model is designed for urban deliveries and vocational use. Pre-orders are now open, with deliveries expected later this year.
Noveon Magnetics for GM Rare Earth Magnet Supply
Noveon Magnetics has entered a multi-year supply agreement with General Motors to provide rare earth magnets for a range of GM’s vehicle components, including full-size trucks and SUVs. Deliveries began in July 2025. The partnership strengthens the domestic supply chain and supports U.S. manufacturing resilience. As the only U.S. producer of sintered NdFeB magnets, Noveon offers a vertically integrated solution featuring its proprietary EcoFlux™ magnets made with recycled materials. The deal highlights growing demand for American-made components in the automotive and industrial sectors.
SCPPA Selects Lynkwell for SoCAL
Lynkwell, a U.S.-based energy infrastructure provider, has been chosen by the Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA) to supply electric vehicle charging station load management and network support services under a three-year contract. The deal covers SCPPA’s existing network of more than 800 public and private charging stations and supports future expansion among its 11 municipal utilities and one irrigation district, which serve over five million residents.
Lynkwell’s ViaLynk™ platform—already powering more than ten white-labeled networks—will provide SCPPA members with software subscriptions, network integration for Level 2 and DC Fast Chargers, custom feature development, analytics, LCFS compliance reporting, and 24/7 U.S.-based support. The open-protocol, OCPP 2.0.1-certified system offers hardware flexibility, roaming partnerships with Hubject and ChargeHub, and advanced tools such as dynamic load management, plug-and-charge capability, and tailored pricing features.
By enabling hardware choice and scalable infrastructure, Lynkwell aims to help utilities and municipalities meet California’s growing EV demand while avoiding vendor lock-in—supporting a charging ecosystem that can evolve alongside technology and policy shifts.