Industry Spotlight: January 28th - February 3rd, 2026
Explore the future of electrification with GridLink's latest blog post. Dive into a world where electric vehicles and charging infrastructure are the norm, highlighting the innovative potential of electric mobility for commercial fleets, school buses, and more. Discover how technology and sustainab…
Welcome to GridLink's Industry Spotlight, your weekly source for the latest developments in electric vehicles, charging solutions, and the evolution of electric mobility. Each week, we handpick the most impactful news, breakthrough technologies, and insightful commentary that shape the electric vehicle sector and its infrastructure. Designed for enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone intrigued by the electric revolution in transportation, our blog aims to enlighten, inspire, and keep you abreast of this dynamic industry. Check back every week to stay ahead of the curve and join GridLink in driving towards a sustainable, electrified future.
- South Carolina’s incentives to land Scout Motors’ EV factory have run about $150 million over budget, driven largely by the accelerated timeline required to begin vehicle production by 2027. (South Carolina Daily Gazette)
- Fully electric vehicle sales in the EU surpassed gasoline car sales for the first time in December, marking a notable milestone in the region’s auto market. (Reuters)
- Tesla plans to halt production of the Model S and Model X, repurposing a California facility to focus on robot manufacturing instead. (NBC News)
- Tesla reported a 46% year-over-year drop in profits, a steep decline that nevertheless came in ahead of analyst expectations. (NPR)
- Pilot is partnering with Tesla to install charging stations for electric semi-trucks at 20 travel centers, primarily along interstate corridors in Georgia, Texas, and other states. (Utility Dive)
- A multistate coalition won a legal challenge restoring access to billions in federal EV charging funds, including $78 million earmarked for Wisconsin. (Wisconsin Public Radio)
- Illinois has extended the application deadline for its EV rebate program, moving it from January 31 to May 31. (WREX)
- The Senate is reviewing a House-approved spending bill that would reduce electric transportation funding by $900 million, including $500 million for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program. (Inside Climate News)
