This 500kW DC charger is the size of two home AC chargers
Gravity Inc., best known for its fleet of Mustang Mach E electric taxis in New York City, has announced a brand-new ultra-high output DC charger designed especially for the challenging ergonomics of urban parking garages.
The 500kW “DEAP” (Distributed Energy Access Point) is just 8″ thick and 18″ tall (curiously, width isn’t mentioned, but eyeballing, it looks to be about three feet across) — which sounds too good to be true. But as you may have guessed already, Gravity has achieved this by separating the charge endpoint from the power box that actually supplies the necessary energy to charge your car. The dimensions of that power box aren’t disclosed (read: it’s still gonna be pretty big), but this could be a significant advancement for charging in locations where space for EV infrastructure is very limited.
The innovation Gravity is introducing here is that the power box and charge endpoint can be separated by up to 500 feet of its proprietary liquid-cooled cabling. In a parking garage, that could allow for all of the necessary charge infrastructure to be colocated in an existing cooled equipment closet, or even outside the building. While that may not sound revolutionary, it could make high-speed DC charging feasible in locations where it was previously impossible, or at least highly impractical.
The 500kW peak output exceeds that of the input of any EV currently on sale in the US, but according to an interview with Gravity’s CEO conducted by The Verge, the company wants its solution to be future-proof. The Verge‘s reporting also shows an image of the chargers already actively installed and in use by Gravity’s EV taxi fleet in New York. (The chargers themselves are UL listed, which adds further credibility to Gravity’s product.)
Gravity will be offering more compact charge endpoints capable of up to 200kW of output, and those units look to be closer to the size of the level 2 home AC chargers most people currently use in their garages.
The company further claims that its system will support up to 250kW when charging Tesla vehicles using a CCS adapter (there’s no information on when or if Gravity will convert to NACS, but that seems like an eventuality). At a systems level, Gravity says it can scale the DEAP to over 20MW of capacity at a single location.
Electrek’s Take
We’re in the early stages of public charging technology, and downsizing will be a huge factor in the continued innovation in this space. While Gravity’s solution doesn’t sidestep physics by any means, it’s a clever way to dramatically reduce the footprint of high-speed DC fast chargers in environments where there may not be room for them. New York City parking garages are notoriously tight, and it makes sense that a company building a taxi fleet in the city would be very interested in how to scale up fast charging within the confines of existing parking infrastructure.
By no means is Gravity’s work going to enable home DC fast charging, but I can imagine a future where apartment buildings on a single block share common DC charging power box infrastructure and use underground cables routed into garages, something that Gravity’s solution could theoretically provide. Scaling that to a single-family residential development would be a lot more challenging with that 500-foot limitation.
As for the 500kW output, it certainly would be nice to have chargers that will age well into future EV innovation.
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Costco members looking for a break on car prices can tap into a new Volvo deal this fall. Members can tap into limited-time manufacturer incentives through the Costco Auto Program, a year-round auto-buying service that secures prearranged low pricing. The latest: a Certified by Volvo Limited-Time Special launched this week.
Certified by Volvo vehicles are pre-owned Volvos that must pass a rigorous test with 170+ points, have less than 80,000 miles, and receive a detailed CARFAX Vehicle History Report. They come with roadside assistance, and EVs and plug-in hybrids also include an 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty.
Until October 31, 2025, eligible Costco members can score an exclusive bonus when buying select Certified by Volvo vehicles from model years 2022 through 2025.5. Gold Star and Business Members get $1,000 off, and Executive Members get $1,250 off. The offer applies to hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and BEVs. What makes this deal sweet is that the Costco perk stacks with any other manufacturer incentives you qualify for.
Among the vehicles on the eligible list: The Volvo EX30, the EX90, the XC90*, the most requested premium midsize SUV among Costco members last year, and the Volvo C40 EV, which also topped requests in the premium electric compact SUV category.
To cash in on the offer, Costco members must register online for a certificate, then bring it to a Volvo dealership where they present it at the time of purchase. Full details are on the Certified by Volvo Limited-Time Special page.
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The 30% federal solar tax credit is ending this year. If you’ve ever considered going solar, now’s the time to act. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it’s free to use, and you won’t get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.
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The GV90 is set to arrive as the most luxurious Genesis vehicle to date. With its debut approaching, Genesis is showcasing the ultra-luxe SUV at its new flagship brand space.
Genesis opens new brand space based on the GV90
Although it’s not yet in production form, Genesis is still showcasing its stunning new full-size electric SUV. The Neolun concept, unveiled last March at the New York Auto Show, will soon arrive as the brand’s new flagship model.
When Genesis launches the GV90, expected in mid-2026, it will become the brand’s largest and most luxurious electric vehicle yet.
According to Genesis, the GV90 is “an ultra-luxe, state-of-the-art SUV” that will take the luxury brand to the next level. We’ve seen camouflaged prototypes out testing a few times, revealing advanced new features and luxury design elements, such as coach doors, adaptive air suspension, and more.
The GV90, or Neolun concept (for now, at least), is the centerpiece of the company’s new “Night in Motion” space, which Genesis opened on Thursday.
Based on the Neolun concept, the new exhibition is “the starting point of the Genesis brand’s spatial philosophy.” It’s designed to showcase the brand’s latest design and the beauty of Korean aesthetics.
Genesis is expected to launch the GV90 in mid-2026, but we could see an official debut before the end of the year.
We will learn prices, range, and other specs soon, but the GV90 is expected to debut on Hyundai’s new eM platform. Hyundai claimed the new platform will “provide 50% improvement in driving range” compared to current EVs. It will also offer advanced Level 3 autonomous driving features.
One thing is sure: The Genesis GV90 won’t be cheap. As its largest and most luxurious SUV, the GV90 is expected to start at around $100,000. Higher trim levels could reach upwards of $120,000 or more.
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Ampion Renewable Energy has introduced a new way to expand community solar access – one that breaks barriers by crossing state lines.
The company just launched Synthetic Community Solar, a tool that lets developers extend the financial benefits of solar projects to subscribers in other states. That’s a big shift from the usual model, where subscribers need to live in the same utility territory as the solar farm. This new approach also helps low-income households save more on energy bills while giving developers a faster route to federal tax incentives.
Here’s how it works: When a solar farm is built in one state, Ampion works with utilities to transfer the financial benefits through solar credits to income-qualified households in another state. For example, a 2.5 MW project in Maine already provides Illinois subscribers with up to 20% savings on their electricity bills.
For developers, the timing is critical. The Inflation Reduction Act gives bonus tax credits, known as Category 4 Investment Tax Credits (ITCs), to projects that deliver at least half of the financial benefits to low-income households. Synthetic Community Solar makes it easier to meet those requirements, which in turn improves project economics and long-term site viability.
This model is especially useful when a project is in an area where recruiting low-income subscribers is expensive or challenging. Instead of letting credits go unused, developers can cross state lines, making the project more financially sustainable while supporting households that need savings the most.
Ampion’s CEO and founder, Nate Owen, said the goal is to solve a geographic barrier that has historically limited community solar growth. By bridging programs across different states, the initiative supports the company’s aim to make renewable energy accessible “everywhere, for everyone.”
With the IRA’s major incentives set to expire, solutions like Synthetic Community Solar could help keep projects viable while spreading the financial benefits of clean energy further.
Read more: Nexamp found a faster way to build solar – it did the utility’s job, too
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