Industry Spotlight: November 19th - November 25th, 2025

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.

• Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe told Georgia business leaders that the EV sector will continue to advance, despite resistance from the federal government and slower adoption by some traditional automakers, ultimately benefiting the states investing in the industry. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
• The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority is adding roughly 25 hybrid buses to its fleet, supported by $25 million in federal funding from a Biden-era program. (Rhode Island Current)
• Global sales of internal-combustion cars have dropped 30% since a 2017 peak, as hybrids and fully electric vehicles claim a growing share of the global market. (IEA)
• Clean energy and transportation investment in the U.S. reached $75 billion in the third quarter of 2025, with record EV sales serving as a major driver of the increase, according to Rhodium Group. (Clean Investment Monitor)
• U.S. electric vehicle sales declined 49% from September to October, following the end of federal tax credits. (Cox Automotive)