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Fantastic chart 👍. Great visualization of the expanding #battery #production in the #US 🔋 including the naming of the key manufacturers. Worth mentioning in the article is the differentiation of dedicated production capacities for the automotive industry compared to commercial vehicle applications. Thanks Paul Jan Jacobs for sharing the map.

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Hi EV addicts, the U.S. is intensifying efforts to expand battery production capacity, particularly for medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) commercial vehicles, in line with its commitment to a cleaner transportation sector. This initiative supports the burgeoning demand for zero-emission trucks (ZETs), crucial for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. >> The push for electrification in the trucking sector has led to over 17,500 ZETs being deployed nationwide. This increase is primarily in the cargo van segment, propelled by state-level regulations and incentives such as the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule. >> However, a significant challenge remains: the cost and availability of batteries, which form a substantial portion of an electric truck's cost. Despite a 90% decrease in lithium-ion battery pack prices over the past 15 years, the commercial sector still faces higher costs due to lower production volumes. >> Addressing this, major investments are underway in the U.S. to enhance battery production for commercial vehicles. Notable developments include a joint venture by industry leaders Accelera by Cummins, Daimler Truck, and PACCAR, planning a 21 gigawatt-hour factory, with investments reaching up to $3 billion. >> Government initiatives are bolstering these efforts. The Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit (45X), part of the IRA, offers significant subsidies for U.S. battery production. This is expected to catalyse further investment, job creation, particularly in the "Battery Belt," and enhance the supply chain for electric trucks. >> These advancements underscore a pivotal shift in the U.S. automotive industry towards sustainable transportation. Dedicated battery production for MHD vehicles is key to meeting the growing demand for ZETs and aligns with broader environmental goals. Source: Zeroing in on zero-emission trucks | Calstart Get 'FREE OF CHARGE' access to this and more than 650 other valuable EV Market Reports, and monitor 704.921 European Charge Points via www.EVMarketsReports.com , the world's largest e-Mobility Reports and Outlooks database. Enjoy reading! #evbatteries #etrucks #electrictrucks

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