https://www.govtech.com/tag/ev Electric Vehicles en-US Wed, 01 Apr 2026 23:01:24 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/portland-ore-zero-emission-pilot-tracked-curb-users The six-month project, aimed at advancing options for electrified delivery, offered new understanding of digital curb management, its opportunities — and whether parked vehicles are permitted users. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 23:01:24 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/portland-ore-zero-emission-pilot-tracked-curb-users https://www.govtech.com/education/k-12/costs-maintenance-turtle-mode-ny-school-leaders-question-ev-buses A year after New York state passed a law mandating fully electric school bus fleets by 2035, school district leaders are worried about infrastructure and energy costs, battery capacity and physical limitations. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:17:19 GMT https://www.govtech.com/education/k-12/costs-maintenance-turtle-mode-ny-school-leaders-question-ev-buses https://www.govtech.com/transportation/cities-explore-novel-arrangements-to-charge-electric-fleets Pasadena, Calif., will soon let its electric fleet use standard, publicly available chargers. In Texas, Austin Energy, a city-operated utility, is developing a charging strategy for its fleets. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:16:44 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/cities-explore-novel-arrangements-to-charge-electric-fleets https://www.govtech.com/transportation/new-york-transit-provider-eyes-ai-hybrid-electric-vehicles The Capital District Transportation Authority, which serves six New York state counties, is looking to integrate green energy buses, and is exploring AI-enabled cameras to identify maintenance needs. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:27:20 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/new-york-transit-provider-eyes-ai-hybrid-electric-vehicles https://www.govtech.com/education/k-12/conn-lawmakers-propose-easing-electric-school-bus-deadlines Under proposed legislation, rather than having to transition to all zero-emission school buses by Jan. 1, 2040, Connecticut school districts will have until July 1, 2040 to transition 90 percent of their buses. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:37:37 GMT https://www.govtech.com/education/k-12/conn-lawmakers-propose-easing-electric-school-bus-deadlines https://www.govtech.com/transportation/coming-soon-to-newark-airport-self-driving-shuttle-buses Authorities at Newark Liberty International Airport are scrutinizing three small electric shuttles. Testing will commence in earnest next month with an eye for weather conditions but sans actual passengers. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:18:39 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/coming-soon-to-newark-airport-self-driving-shuttle-buses https://www.govtech.com/transportation/redlands-calif-okays-1k-fine-for-unsafe-e-bike-use The first violation fine for unsafe usage of an electric bicycle is part of an update to the city’s bicycle ordinance. It provides, generally, clearer standards for riders and follows an educational campaign. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:37:45 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/redlands-calif-okays-1k-fine-for-unsafe-e-bike-use https://www.govtech.com/transportation/backed-by-federal-funds-pennsylvania-aims-to-add-ev-charging In the next aspect of its National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure work, the state will accept proposals to build EV stations in its southeast area. Applications in three other regions should open later this year. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:45:53 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/backed-by-federal-funds-pennsylvania-aims-to-add-ev-charging https://www.govtech.com/transportation/bright-spots-remain-amid-drop-in-electric-truck-deployments A new report by CALSTART indicates transitions to electric trucks are facing some of the same headwinds as the light-duty vehicle market. In certain states, however, their numbers are stronger than expected. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:18:57 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/bright-spots-remain-amid-drop-in-electric-truck-deployments https://www.govtech.com/transportation/port-san-antonio-envisions-a-future-as-an-air-taxi-hub The technology campus is working with a subsidiary of Boeing Co.’s Wisk Aero, to develop a vertical heliport for electric flying cars. The facility is expected to be the first in the Texas region. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:46:46 GMT https://www.govtech.com/transportation/port-san-antonio-envisions-a-future-as-an-air-taxi-hub