TOYOTA PARTNERS WITH EVGO FOR THEIR FIRST DC FAST CHARGERS IN CALIFORNIA

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This video discusses Toyota's recent partnership with EVGo to install its first DC fast chargers in California, with insights from EV enthusiast Eric. While Toyota's "IMPACT" program details remain vague regarding funding and specific numbers, the partnership signifies a move towards broader EV infrastructure support. Eric notes that EVGo's history of collaborating with automakers like GM and Nissan likely played a role in Toyota's selection. The initial installations in Baldwin Park and Sacramento are seen as a starting point, potentially following Toyota's internal heatmaps for dealership and ownership concentration. Notably, these stations exclusively use CCS1 connectors, aligning with Toyota's current EV offerings, and feature a unique cabinet placement near dispensers, differing from EVGo's standard prefab designs. The discussion touches on Toyota's dual approach to electrification, with a global emphasis on hybrids and a quieter ramp-up of BEVs in North America, including a new battery plant and upcoming electric SUV.