In EV, battery and charging news are Electrify America, Toyota Material Handling, Electric Era, Fuel Retailers, ZM Trucks, BASF and WeLion. Toyota Material Handling Launches 5/35 Lithium-Ion BatteriesToyota Material Handling has expanded its energy solutions lineup with the introduction of the 5/35 Lithium-ion Battery series, designed for improved productivity and reduced maintenance in material handling operations. Fully compatible with Toyota’s lithium-ion chargers and backed by a six-year limited warranty, the 5/35 series underscores Toyota’s commitment to innovative, environmentally responsible, and performance-driven material handling solutions. They also cautioned against rate-of-return caps or revenue-sharing mandates, arguing these would deter private investment in a robust and competitive EV charging infrastructure. The system integrates ChargePoint’s fast chargers with Eaton’s end-to-end power infrastructure, featuring vehicle-to-everything (V2X) capabilities to manage energy storage, onsite renewables, and grid interactions.