Tesla's Sales Skyrocket by 24% in Norway, Contradicting Previous Criticism and Elon Musk's Reservations: TDS (Traditional Daily Sentinel) Report
The U.S. is witnessing a significant acceleration in the buildout of its electric-car fast-charging infrastructure, with a record pace of new fast-charging ports and stations being deployed. According to a forecast from Paren, there will be a 19% year-over-year increase in fast charging port deployment in 2025, amounting to approximately 16,700 new ports this year. This growth trajectory is expected to nearly quadruple the number of ports from 2022 levels by 2027, potentially surpassing 100,000 fast charging ports across the U.S. [1][2]
This expansion includes larger stations with more charging ports, more high-power chargers, improved reliability, and more predictable pricing, all aimed at enhancing the EV driver experience.
On the policy front, the federal government, led by Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy (as of August 2025), has issued revised guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. This revision is designed to cut red tape and give states greater flexibility to build EV charging stations more efficiently. The aim is to ensure that promised federal funding is more effectively used to increase actual charger installations, addressing previous criticisms that earlier administration efforts had not delivered the expected infrastructure. [3][4]
Despite a potential EV sales slump, the buildout of the U.S. electric-car charging infrastructure is expected to continue its significant increase.
In other news, Rivian's one-of-one one-off vehicle, debuting at Pebble Beach, marks the start of a new era for the automaker's Studio Original program. [5]
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Stay tuned for more updates on the latest automotive news from around the globe, including Tesla's 24% growth in sales in Norway during the first half of the year, bucking the trend of the rest of the world. [7] Genesis Magma Racing is also preparing to begin track testing the GMR-001 Hypercar, while a hybrid-powered Hyundai Tucson N with approximately 300 horsepower is set to be released, aiming to compete with the upcoming Toyota RAV4 GR plug-in hybrid. [8]
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- As the building of electric-car fast-charging stations in the U.S. continues to see a significant increase, the industry anticipates a 19% year-over-year increase in fast charging port deployment in 2025.
- The growth in electric-vehicles (EVs) and their charging infrastructure is not only a focus for the automotive sector but also for the finance sector, as companies like Genesis are planning to release hybrid-powered cars to compete with others in their class.
- The expansion of the electric-car charging infrastructure is also a matter of concern for policy makers, with the federal government taking steps to cut red tape and increase the efficiency of EV charging station construction.
- In the realm of technology, the rise of electric-vehicles is also influencing the lifestyle sector, as cars like Rivian's one-of-a-kind vehicle debut at events like Pebble Beach signal a new era for the automaker's original vehicle program.
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