CALSTART Media Contact: Sasha Tenenbaum, stenenbaum@calstart.org, 917-887-0146 

WASHINGTON, D.C: On Monday, the U.S. Department of Transportation published new guidance concerning the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, following a review by agency staff. In response to this breaking news, CALSTART’s Director of Federal Policy, Levi Kamolnick, issued the following statement:

“This week, The Department of Transportation took an important step toward making zero-emission road trips across the country a reality with the release of revised guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program.

“CALSTART applauds the U.S. Department of Transportation for recognizing the importance of the NEVI program and the role of public charging to drivers and fleets in every state.

“This decision reinforces the idea that drivers need a wide range of options on the road. Protecting consumer choice is vital to the transportation sector and we are pleased to see this principle upheld.

“We appreciate the Department’s overall efforts to cut red tape and deliver on a bi-partisan commitment to building a charging network along our highways and transform the way people and goods move across the country.

“Streamlining the program will unlock more financial gains—including good jobs. This move enables states to advance infrastructure projects that efficiently meet vehicle charging demand.

“What’s more, it will help our country remain competitive in a global marketplace racing toward vehicle electrification at break-neck pace. Public investments such as NEVI will play an important role in determining which countries take the lead in the emerging new transportation sector.

“CALSTART looks forward to a robust roll-out of NEVI funding so that all states can take advantage in a timely and efficient manner.”

About CALSTART
A mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all, CALSTART has offices in New York, Michigan, Colorado, California, Florida, and Europe. CALSTART is uniquely positioned to build the national clean transportation industry by working closely with its more than 220 member companies and building on the lessons learned from the major programs it manages for the State of California. CALSTART manages more than $1 billion in vehicle incentive and technical assistance programs in the United States and is leading a global effort to build the zero-emission commercial vehicle market.