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With projections indicating there will be 26.4 million EVs on the road by 2030, and fleets facing increasing pressure to electrify, finding technology that can drive your next steps toward electrification is incredibly important. In our recent webinar, we discussed the state of fleet electrification, and especially the persistent challenge of finding enough charging infrastructure […]

In a world quickly racing to electrify every mile driven, it is critical to consider whether the systems supporting this transition are ready for prime time. The EV market in the US has exploded in recent years, with huge increases in the number of models introduced by car manufacturers and the total number of EVs

We’ve mapped out Idling Laws by State, updated with fresh data for 2024 Given today’s rapidly shifting regulatory landscape, it can be hard to keep track of just how many states have idling laws. Multiple states are considering changes to their idling laws for 2024, most significantly Washington, which is preparing to adopt its first

Our team was honored to participate in the 2023 Utility Expo—September 26-28, in Louisville, Kentucky—and were grateful for every conversation we had and connection we forged. The Utility Expo has unequivocally proven itself as a premier industry event. All of us in attendance from the Viatec team enjoyed interacting with an expansive array of partners,

This past June, Viatec was thrilled to once again be a part of EUFMC—the Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference! 2023 marked 70 years since its first meeting and our first year participating in the drive-through utility equipment demonstration. EUFMC is unique in so many ways, it is an opportunity to quite literally see the future

Vocational Idling: What It Means and Why It’s a “Dirty Word” If you haven’t had a chance to read our blog post on vocational idling, the term refers to the practice of leaving a work truck running while stationary—to power booms, buckets, air conditioning, etc. While idling an electric car may be close to harmless,

Electrifying existing medium and heavy-duty trucks–where diesel-powered engines are used to drive to a location and electric systems are used to perform the work needed there–can be a cost-effective, practical, and sustainable solution for reducing fuel use and emissions. Here are some reasons why: 1. Cost-Effectiveness: Get 2-3Xs Your Investment Retrofitting existing vehicles with electric