Daily EV news · US · 9 July 2026
EV Charging
Grand Teton National Park publishes electric vehicle charging infrastructure deployment plan
The US Department of Energy has released a deployment plan for electric vehicle charging infrastructure at Grand Teton National Park. The document outlines how the park will expand EV charging access for visitors and staff. The plan forms part of broader federal efforts to electrify national park facilities and support zero emission vehicle adoption across public lands.
Why it matters
National park charging projects create procurement opportunities for contractors experienced in remote, environmentally sensitive installations. The plan signals upcoming tenders for equipment supply and installation work at a high profile federal site, with potential for similar rollouts across the National Park Service estate.
Newark proposes mandatory EV charging infrastructure in all new construction
The city of Newark in the United States is considering a proposal that would require electric vehicle charging infrastructure to be installed in all new construction projects. The Newark Post reports on the policy initiative, which would make EV charging readiness a standard requirement for new developments. Details on the scope of the mandate, including building types covered and specific infrastructure requirements, have not been disclosed in the available information.
Why it matters
A construction mandate would create guaranteed demand for EV charging equipment and installation services in Newark's new developments, potentially establishing a template for similar requirements in other US municipalities. For contractors and charge point operators, such regulations transform EV infrastructure from optional add ons to baseline project specifications.
Electric Vehicles
Global EV sales reach 2 million in June as Europe surges and US loses ground
Global EV sales hit 2 million units in June 2026, bringing year to date volumes to 9.6 million, up 7% year over year, according to Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. Europe recorded its strongest month on record with sales up 31% year over year, driven by government incentives, high fuel prices and a new wave of affordable small EVs, while North America continued to decline following the end of the US federal EV tax credit in September 2025. France, Denmark, Spain and Portugal all set monthly sales records in June.
Why it matters
The divergence between European growth and US decline signals shifting regional opportunities for charging infrastructure investment and deployment. Europe's surge in affordable EV models suggests accelerating demand for public charging networks, particularly in markets setting new sales records.
US zero-emission truck and bus registrations fall 43.6% quarter on quarter to 15,338 units in Q1 2026
Between January and March 2026, 15,338 zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles were registered in the United States, representing 4.3% of the 353,173 total Class 2b to 8 vehicles registered. This marked a 43.6% decline from Q4 2025 and less than half the registrations recorded in Q1 2025. California led with 3,371 zero-emission registrations and a 15.5% share, while the 11 states adopting California's Advanced Clean Trucks regulation accounted for 38.0% of all zero-emission registrations.
Why it matters
The sharp quarterly drop signals weaker near-term demand for electric commercial vehicles, which may slow depot charging infrastructure build-out and affect CPO revenue forecasts. States with ACT mandates remain the core markets for fleet electrification projects, concentrating procurement opportunities in those regions.
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Snowline school district secures $802,586 grant for two electric buses and charging infrastructure
Snowline Joint Unified School District in San Bernardino County, California has been awarded an $802,586 grant through the Community Air Protection Program via the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District. The funding will cover two electric school buses and associated charging infrastructure for the district, which serves more than 250 square miles in the Phelan area. District officials emphasised the grant allows fleet modernisation without additional cost to local taxpayers.
Why it matters
The award demonstrates how air quality programmes are channelling capital into school transport electrification, creating charging infrastructure opportunities in rural districts. Procurement teams serving education clients should track similar regional air quality grants as a funding pathway for depot charging projects.
Cars.com lists the 11 cheapest electric vehicles available in the United States
Cars.com has published a roundup of the 11 most affordable electric vehicles currently on sale in the US market. The list aims to highlight budget friendly battery electric options for cost conscious buyers. No specific pricing figures or model details were provided in the excerpt.
Why it matters
Affordable EV availability directly influences charging demand patterns and network planning, as lower cost models tend to serve daily commuters who rely heavily on public and workplace charging infrastructure.
Grid & Energy
Six electric school buses in Colorado provide grid backup through bi-directional charging
Cherry Creek School District in Colorado has deployed six electric school buses that use bi-directional charging to return stored energy to the local power grid during peak evening demand. Highland Electric Fleets designed the system to discharge excess battery capacity after school runs, then recharge overnight when demand is lowest. The buses and depot facility are funded by a $2.4 million rebate collected by Highland Electric Fleets.
Why it matters
The project demonstrates vehicle to grid technology at scale in the school transport sector, offering a revenue model for fleet operators and showing how depot charging infrastructure can support grid stability while reducing operational costs.
Peak Energy to open 4 GWh sodium-ion battery factory in Sacramento with 2027 start
Peak Energy will invest $71 million in a 183,000 square foot manufacturing facility at Sacramento's Metro Air Park, creating 239 jobs and producing 4 GWh of grid scale sodium-ion energy storage systems annually from Q1 2027. The company has secured over 6 GWh in customer commitments and received a $10.5 million CalCompetes tax credit awarded in May 2026. Peak Energy plans to commercialise the first fully passive grid scale energy storage system using sodium-ion technology.
Why it matters
The facility signals growing US domestic battery manufacturing capacity beyond lithium-ion, with sodium-ion systems potentially offering lower costs for grid operators and EV charging sites requiring energy storage to manage demand peaks. Procurement teams should monitor sodium-ion pricing and performance as an alternative to lithium-ion for stationary storage applications supporting charging infrastructure.
Policy & Market
Trump clean energy rollbacks erase $68B in US investment
Policy reversals under the Trump administration have eliminated $68 billion in clean energy investment across the United States, according to recent analysis. The rollbacks affect renewable energy and related infrastructure projects that had been planned or underway. This represents a significant contraction in the clean energy sector's financial pipeline.
Why it matters
The $68 billion reduction in clean energy investment directly impacts EV charging infrastructure funding and deployment timelines, as many projects rely on integrated renewable energy policies. CPOs and contractors may face reduced opportunities and altered project economics as federal support mechanisms are withdrawn or restructured.
North Carolina publishes Zero Emission Vehicle Plan under Clean Transportation framework
The North Carolina Department of Transportation has released its Zero Emission Vehicle Plan as part of the state's broader Clean Transportation Plan. The document outlines the state's strategy for transitioning to zero emission vehicles, though specific deployment targets and timelines were not detailed in the available excerpt.
Why it matters
State ZEV plans typically set procurement targets and infrastructure requirements that shape public charging tenders and utility investment programmes. North Carolina's framework will guide how local authorities and agencies allocate capital for EV charging networks.