XCharge NA adds tap-to-pay and QR code security to its EV chargers

XCharge North America (XCharge NA) is making it easier for drivers to pay for EV charging with its first Virtual Point of Sale (VPOS) system launch.

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All the best EV rebate and cash back deals we could find for March 2025

Cynics will point at big rebates and claim they mean the vehicle isn’t selling, but that just exposes them as industry noobs. A rebate is a powerful financial tool that helps dealers overcome obstacles like negative equity, poor credit, down payment requirements, and interest rate objections so you can drive home in the car of your dreams today.

If you’re dealing with any of the above, pay attention: these EVs could get you behind the wheel of a new electric ride sooner than you think!

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Trump, who doesn’t drive, says he will buy a Tesla to support Elon Musk

President Trump announced that he will buy a new Tesla vehicle this morning to support Elon Musk amid Tesla’s stock crashing and protests against the company.

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Ford sent out 140,000 free Tesla NACS adapters as it unlocks more chargers for EV drivers

Ford fulfilled its promise and has now sent out all 140,000 complementary NACS adapters, unlocking access to Tesla Superchargers for its EV drivers. With North America’s largest integrated EV public charging network, Ford says this is only the beginning.

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Solar adds more new capacity to the US grid in 2024 than any energy source in 20 years

The US installed 50 gigawatts (GW) of new solar capacity in 2024, the largest single year of new capacity added to the grid by any energy technology in over two decades. That’s enough to power 8.5 million households.

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Elon Musk claims Tesla protests are organized by Democrats without any proof whatsoever

Elon Musk has claimed that the Democratic party organized recent protests at Tesla locations worldwide. As he usually does with his wild claims lately, he hasn’t offered any proof whatsoever.

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Elon wants to rebuild exploded Cybertruck, Canadian cons, other bizarre EV news

On today’s challenging episode of Quick Charge, Elon seems serious about rebuilding the Cybertruck that exploded outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas. Meanwhile, there are questions about Tesla’s record-setting weekend in Canada, and lots, lots more.

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Apple Maps EV Routing adds Tesla Supercharger (NACS) support for Ford drivers

Apple is rolling out a notable update to Apple Maps EV Routing for Ford drivers. Starting today, Ford Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning drivers can use Apple Maps EV Routing via CarPlay to plan road trips that include Tesla Superchargers – or any station that uses the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector.

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Tesla (TSLA) insider trading: Elon’s friend James Murdoch just unloaded $13 million

James Murdoch, a Tesla board member and friend of CEO Elon Musk, has confirmed that he sold about $13 million in stock today as the stock (TSLA) crashed.

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Mercedes’ new electric people mover is coming soon: Here’s a sneak peek at the luxe EV van

The next generation of Mercedes-Benz luxury vans is almost here. Mercedes’ first luxury electric van, based on its new VAN.EA platform, is now in Arjeplog, Sweden, for winter testing. The new platform will serve as the base for upcoming VIP private vans, high-end limousines, luxury all-arounders, and much more.

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