Industry Spotlight: January 7th - January 13th, 2026

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.

• Connecticut has installed 36 new EV chargers at DMV locations and plans to direct $52 million in federal funding toward building fast-charging stations along interstate corridors. (NBC Connecticut)
• Analysts expect U.S. EV sales and production to slow this year, though strong customer loyalty and several new vehicle launches could provide some upside. (E&E News)
• LG Energy Solution has agreed to sell its ownership stake in an Ohio EV battery facility to Honda for $2.85 billion, ending its role in the joint venture. (Utility Dive)
• General Motors will absorb $6 billion in costs tied to underused EV investments, stemming from production strategy changes made last year. (Detroit Free Press)
• New Jersey is awarding $32 million in grants to expand EV charging access and support school districts in purchasing electric buses and related infrastructure. (EV Infrastructure News)
• Michigan’s annual EV registration fees have risen to the highest level nationwide under a new road funding plan, a change critics are calling and unfair tax on EV owners. (Bridge)