Mayor Rodrick: Democrats and Republicans Must Work Together to Address Skyrocketing Electric Bills and Power Outages
As we find ourselves in the midst of a scorching summer in Toms River, our community is grappling with a distressing challenge: rapidly rising electric bills and an alarming increase in power…
As Gas Car Ban Looms, New Jersey Ranked Worst State for Electric Vehicle Chargers
New Jersey, despite its aggressive electric vehicle (EV) adoption policies, ranks last in the nation in terms of the availability of EV charging stations per vehicle, according to recent data from ConsumerAffairs.…
Protest Over High Risk Off-Shore Wind Farm Electric Cables Under New Jersey Neighborhoods
MANASQUAN, NJ — A significant community education meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 19, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Manasquan Community Senior Center, located at 63 Atlantic Ave. The meeting, organized…
New Jersey Electric Vehicle Buyers Face New Taxes and Surcharges
TRENTON, NJ – If taxes are your number one concern, buying an EV in the Garden State might not be for you. Despite New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s push to a gas-less…
Senate Education Committee Advances Bill to Promote Electric School Buses
The Senate Education Committee has favorably reported Senate Bill No. 3263 with significant amendments aimed at enhancing the adoption of electric school buses across New Jersey. The updated bill allows boards of…
Five Reasons I’m Resisting the Electric Car Mandate in New Jersey
With the New Jersey Governor’s recent push towards an electric vehicle (EV) mandate, many of us find ourselves at a crossroads! While the push for cleaner, greener transportation is laudable, not everyone…
Western Maryland Man Strikes Electric Win with Lottery Scratch-Off
CUMBERLAND, MD – A Western Maryland resident is celebrating a striking win of $88,000 from the Maryland Lottery’s Electric 8s scratch-off game. The thrilling moment occurred last weekend during a routine shopping…
Fatal Electric Scooter Crash in New Castle Under Investigation
NEW CASTLE, DE — A tragic incident involving an electric scooter resulted in the death of a man last night in New Castle. The Delaware State Police are currently investigating the crash…
Red States Slap California, Biden Admin With Lawsuits To Halt Electric Truck Push
Large coalitions of red states are suing regulators in Washington, D.C., and California over rules designed to effectively require increases in electric vehicle (EV) adoption. Nebraska is leading a 24-state coalition in…
Red State Taxpayers Are At Risk Of Being Latest Victims Of Electric Vehicle Gambles
Taxpayers could be on the hook if electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Rivian fails to resume progress on its multi-billion dollar Georgia plant. Rivian announced on March 7 that it would be pausing…
Electric Vehicle Maker Launches Another Round Of Layoffs As Demand Slows
Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Rivian announced its second round of layoffs just this year on Wednesday as consumer demand for EVs stalls. The layoffs at Rivian will affect around 1% of the…
Biden’s Electric Vehicle ‘Mandate’ Might Just Be A Surprise Gift To China
The Biden administration has put in place regulations that would require many Americans to adopt electric vehicles (EV) in the coming years despite U.S. companies struggling to produce the products, leading some…
Stellantis To Lay Off Hundreds Of Employees As It Struggles To Transition To Electric Vehicles
Stellantis To Lay Off Hundreds Of Employees As It Struggles To Transition To Electric Vehicles Will Kessler on March 22, 2024 Stellantis announced Friday that it will soon lay off around 400…
New Jersey Seeks New Annual Tax on Electric Vehicles
TRENTON, NJ – Assembly Bill No. 4011, recently reported favorably by the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee, introduces amendments to the “New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority Act of 1984”. These…
A Quick Glimpse at Life in a Completely Electric Vehicle New Jersey And It Doesn’t Look Good
TRENTON, NJ—It’s no secret that New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy wants to ban the sale of gasoline-powered cars by 2035, just ten years from now. The governor’s goal is to switch from…
Amber Alert: Missing 11-Month-Old Child Found Near General Electric Campus in Schenectady
SCHENECTADY, NY – A concerted effort by multiple law enforcement agencies has successfully located 11-month-old Halo R. Branton, following the issuance of an Amber Alert. The infant was found in the vicinity…
Law Will Require New Jersey First Responders to be Trained to Handle Dangerous Electric Vehicle Fires
TRENTON, NJ — A legislative initiative led by Assemblyman Herb Conaway, Jr., and Assemblyman Michael Venezia aims to equip emergency medical technicians and firefighters in New Jersey with specialized training for handling…
DAVID BLACKMON: The Terrible News For Electric Vehicles Keeps Rolling In
DAVID BLACKMON: The Terrible News For Electric Vehicles Keeps Rolling In David Blackmon on March 6, 2024 The troubling information related to electric vehicles continues to mount as automakers around the western…
New Jersey Announces New Annual Electric Vehicle Tax, Increase in Gas Tax
New Jersey Advances Transportation Funding with Significant Legislative Changes TRENTON, NJ—A recent legislative update aims to significantly amend the “New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority Act of 1984,” with a primary focus…
Major Tech Company Slams Brakes On Electric Vehicle Efforts As Demand Dries Up
Major Tech Company Slams Brakes On Electric Vehicle Efforts As Demand Dries Up Jason Cohen on February 27, 2024 Apple is ditching its decade-long venture to develop an electric car as demand…
Majority of New Jerseyans Skeptical Over Governor’s Electric Vehicle Agenda
Trenton, NJ – A recent survey conducted by the Rutgers-Eagleton Institute has revealed a significant gap between consumer attitudes towards electric vehicles (EVs) and the policies being pushed by the Murphy Administration.…