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indiGO Investment from Passkey
indiGO Technologies, Inc. (“GO”), a Massachusetts-based smart mobility company, announced a strategic investment from Passkey, operator of the EverCharge SmartPower™ EV charging network. The partnership will integrate GO’s SmartWheels™ EV technology with Passkey’s charging solutions to create a unified, vertically integrated ecosystem for commercial fleets. The collaboration positions GO as the only U.S. company offering complete electric mobility solutions—vehicles, charging, and services—under one platform. The investment will accelerate GO’s product development and attract additional institutional partners, with TD Cowen advising on the transaction. GO’s Smart Mobility platform combines lightweight, energy-efficient Smart EVs, load-balancing SmartPower™ charging capable of supporting up to ten times more ports, and a fleet management system called GO Loop. The company’s recent acquisition of Clevon adds Level 4 autonomy and teleoperation capabilities, preparing its Smart EVs for future autonomous deployment.
Nissan Integrates Electrify America’s Plug&Charge
Electrify America announced that Nissan will integrate Plug&Charge technology into its upcoming EV lineup, starting with the 2026 Nissan LEAF. The feature allows drivers to begin charging and pay automatically by simply plugging in, eliminating the need for cards, apps, or screens. After a one-time setup in the MyNISSAN app, the vehicle communicates directly with chargers for seamless authentication and payment. Nissan’s adoption underscores the growing momentum of Plug&Charge technology across automakers.
Blink Charging Chicago New Fast Chargers
Blink Charging has installed eight 120kW DC fast chargers at the newly opened Power Up Plaza in Chicago’s West Garfield Park. Launched on September 26, 2025, with partial funding from the Illinois EPA, the project brings much-needed EV infrastructure to an underserved area near the United Center and Cook County Hospital. Conveniently located by a major interstate exit, the chargers aim to improve daily commutes and advance equitable access to clean transportation in the community.
Tesla 500kW Supercharger, Redwood, CA
Tesla has introduced a new 500kW Supercharger station in Redwood, California, marking one of the fastest charging sites in the region. Currently, the only Tesla capable of utilizing the full 500kW output is the Cybertruck, enabling significantly reduced charging times. The installation strengthens Redwood’s role as a strategic hub for EV travel while supporting California’s push for clean transportation and expanding Tesla’s ultra-fast charging network.
Skycharger, Electric Era Battery Fast Charging Hub, Chula Vista
Skycharger, in partnership with Electric Era, has commissioned a new public fast-charging site at Palomar Valero in Chula Vista, advancing EV charging access along the I-5 corridor from Washington to Mexico. The site features four dual-port chargers delivering 200 kW each—supporting up to eight vehicles simultaneously—backed by a 120 kW grid-tied battery energy storage system that helps balance demand and stabilize the grid.
The project provides corridor charging for cross-border traffic and local drivers while serving as a model for battery-backed infrastructure that enhances reliability and grid resilience. Electric Era supplied the integrated charging and energy management solution, while Tait Services managed construction and installation.
Following similar launches in Williams, CA and Arlington, WA, the Chula Vista site marks another milestone in Skycharger’s West Coast expansion. In the San Diego region, the company is also developing electric fleet and drayage truck stop projects to support zero-emission freight goals and regional emissions reduction targets.
Lawrence Public Schools: 35 Electric Buses
Lawrence Public Schools, in partnership with NRT Bus, Zenobē, and multiple state and utility organizations, has deployed 35 new electric school buses to serve students across Methuen and Lawrence, Massachusetts. The fleet includes 25 full-size buses funded through the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program and 10 minibuses supported by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) and MassDEP.
The buses are charged at a new site built with support from National Grid and Liberty Utilities, designed to provide reliable, sustainable power for daily school operations. Officials say the initiative will cut an estimated 1.35 million pounds of carbon emissions annually, improve air quality, reduce noise, and lower long-term operating costs for the district.
Leaders from Lawrence Public Schools, MassCEC, Zenobē, National Grid, and local government hailed the project as a model of successful public-private partnership driving community health, climate action, and cost savings. The vehicles entered service for the 2025 school year, benefiting the district’s 13,000 students and setting a precedent for clean school transportation in the region.
Blink Charging Chicago Power Up Plaza Fast Chargers
Blink Charging (NASDAQ: BLNK) has installed eight 120kW DC fast chargers at the new Power Up Plaza in Chicago’s West Garfield Park, officially opened on September 26, 2025. The project, partially funded by the Illinois EPA, delivers much-needed EV infrastructure to a community that previously lacked charging options.
Located near the United Center, Cook County Hospital, and a major interstate exit, the site provides convenient access for local drivers and commuters. The initiative aligns with Blink’s BlinkForward program to expand fast charging in key areas while supporting Power Up Plaza’s mission to build equitable EV infrastructure.
Company leaders emphasized the project’s role in boosting confidence for EV adoption and strengthening community access to sustainable transportation across Chicago.
ComEd: $100 Million in EV Rebates, Expands Fleet Electrification
ComEd has distributed more than $100 million in transportation electrification rebates since launching its EV rebate programs in 2024, funding over 7,200 charging ports and 2,200 fleet EVs across northern Illinois. The utility expects to issue an additional $60 million in rebates by year’s end, with more funding set to launch in January 2026 under its second beneficial electrification plan. To date, 6,400 projects in 348 zip codes have received rebates, with 80 percent directed to low-income or Equity Investment Eligible Communities. ComEd is investing $231 million in beneficial electrification between 2023–2025, followed by $168 million more from 2026–2028. The rebates, which align with Illinois’ Climate and Equitable Jobs Act goal of putting one million EVs on the road by 2030, have been adjusted upward in light of reduced federal support to better aid businesses and municipalities. Leaders from the state, environmental groups, and auto industry praised ComEd’s efforts as a critical step toward reducing emissions, improving air quality, and making EV adoption more affordable and accessible for Illinois residents and fleets.
Keysight Expands EV End-of-Line Test Portfolio
Keysight Technologies has introduced the EV2020B EV Manufacturing Functional Test Platform and the EV2020BE Test Platform for EVSE, expanding its end-of-line testing solutions for automakers and charging equipment manufacturers. Designed to address industry challenges such as fragmented system architectures, lack of charging standardization, and high testing costs, the new platforms provide scalable, flexible, and future-proof solutions that streamline production and ensure compliance with evolving standards. The EV2020B platform supports testing of DC-DC converters, on-board chargers, or both, while the EV2020BE platform unifies AC and DC charging tests with modular interfaces and dual-gun simulation to validate performance under peak loads. Together, they create a consistent ecosystem from R&D to manufacturing, helping reduce risk, accelerate time-to-market, and deliver reliable EV systems. With EV sales projected to exceed 20 million units in 2025 and 40% of global sales by 2030, Keysight’s solutions aim to give manufacturers the confidence and efficiency needed to scale electrification.