April 23, 2026

This is a great time to dive in—there’s always something new, exciting, and genuinely game-changing rolling out. This week’s news includes: 

• Rivian R2 starts production

• PG&E and Tesla turn Cybertruck into a grid asset

• ChargePoint launches Express Solo

• The third-generation LEAF is recognized for the best combination of quality, efficiency, and value

• Everged and Georgia Green Energy announce partnership to accelerate EV charging infrastructure deployment

• Tesla Delivers 358K Vehicles in Q1 2026

• Video: A look inside R2 Rivian

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1. Customer production of Rivian’s R2 has officially begun at the Normal, Illinois plant following extensive global testing and validation, marking the final manufacturing milestone ahead of first customer deliveries expected later this spring.

2. Through California’s first AC-based residential vehicle-to-grid program, PG&E and Tesla have enabled Cybertruck owners to power their homes during outages, sell electricity back to the grid, and help improve overall grid flexibility and reliability.

3. Express Solo is ChargePoint’s new next-generation DC fast charger co-developed with Eaton, delivering up to 600kW, supporting multiple vehicles and bidirectional charging, integrating energy storage, and marking the company’s first DC fast charging system designed for both North America and Europe in an ultra-compact, scalable design.

4. The all-new 2026 Nissan LEAF was named Best Subcompact Electric SUV in the U.S. News 2026 Best Hybrid and Electric Car Awards, recognized for delivering strong range, advanced technology, and mainstream affordability starting under $30,000.

5. Using flexible zero-upfront-cost models, Everged and Georgia Green Energy are partnering to deploy hundreds of EV charging stations across Georgia, helping commercial property owners add charging amenities while creating long-term revenue opportunities for installers and operators.

6. Tesla reported producing over 408,000 vehicles and delivering more than 358,000 units in the first quarter of 2026, alongside 8.8 GWh of energy storage deployments. The results highlight continued production strength, though deliveries slightly lagged output as the company balances demand and supply.

7. At the 2026 LG Awards, LG recognized EV-focused innovations in batteries, connectivity, and smart manufacturing, with four top projects earning the “Customer Impression Grand Award” for boosting range, simplifying vehicle tech, and improving battery production efficiency.

8. Marking its most extensive update yet, the BMW Group has unveiled the new 7 Series Sedan, introducing Neue Klasse technologies, expanded electrified and combustion powertrains with over 447 miles of electric range, advanced AI-driven assistance systems, and a redesigned luxury-focused interior and exterior that reinforce its leadership in the premium segment.

9. Reporting 58,577 EV deliveries in Q1 2026 (up 61% year over year), VinFast signaled accelerating momentum from its vertically integrated strategy that links AI-enabled manufacturing, staged autonomous driving development, and a Vingroup-connected ecosystem of charging, mobility services, and urban projects into a scalable, self-reinforcing mobility platform.

10. Through a partnership between Universal Production Services and Hollywood Trucks, Ecoluxe® solar-powered off-grid trailers will be deployed across studio operations to deliver mobile clean-energy production units that reduce diesel use, cut emissions, and support EV charging and grid-integrated on-set power needs.

11. PG&E has launched the PG&E PowerHouse, a fully electric model home and living lab that showcases technologies like bidirectional EV charging, smart panels, heat pumps, and battery storage to make home electrification easier, more affordable, and more practical for customers.

12. By removing upfront cost barriers and offering flexible infrastructure models, Everged’s new Zero Cost Deployment Program helps contractors, EPC firms, and solar companies expand into EV charging while enabling charger ownership and creating long-term recurring revenue opportunities.

13. The BMW Group and the University of Zagreb are using an AI-driven “Insight” research project to optimize battery cell production across the full value chain, reducing testing time, costs, and material use by over 50% while improving quality and enabling more efficient approval and recycling processes.

A look inside R2 Rivian

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