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Over $17 million in funding will facilitate the installation of additional fast-charging ports for electric vehicles at 29 more sites across Colorado.
This funding, which was announced on December 27, will be allocated for 168 new charging ports statewide, as reported by Colorado’s Energy Office and the Department of Transportation.
All new charging ports will have a minimum output of 150 kilowatts.
Below is a map highlighting these projects:
Below is a list of the announced locations as of December 27:
- eCAMION: Antonito, Denver, Fowler, Sargents
- Electric Era Technologies: Aurora, Florissant, Holly, Julesburg, Idalia, Simla, Wiggins
- EVGateway: Delta, Nunn
- Francis Energy: Fraser, Cheyenne Wells
- Helios Charging: Leadville
- Ionna, LLC: Fruita
- KS EV Peak Holdings: Dinosaur, Craig
- Love’s Travel Stops: Berthoud, Brighton
- Phillips 66 Company: Aurora
- Rivian: Idaho Springs, Walsenburg
- Tesla: Aurora, Grand Junction, Louisville
- Town of Mountain Village: Mountain Village
The funding for these ports is sourced from the Direct-Current Fast-Charging Plazas Program, which receives its funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act along with state financial resources.
Where can I find a fast-charging station in Colorado now?
This map provides the locations of public DC Fast Charge ports currently available in Colorado. Note that some of these fast-charge locations offer less than 150 kilowatts.
Where are the fast-charging stations in Fort Collins?
Currently, according to a map from the U.S. Department of Energy, here are the DC Fast ports available. They range in output from 50-kilowatt to 350-kilowatt ports. Only four locations are available offering fast-charging ports of 150 kilowatts or more, and none are located in Fort Collins.
- Jax Outdoor Gear, 1200 N. College Ave., Fort Collins (one at 50 kW)
- Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, 408 Mason Court, Fort Collins (one at 50 kW)
- Markley Motors, 3325 S. College Ave., Fort Collins (one at 62 kW)
- GPM Investments, 3038 S. College Ave., Fort Collins (one at 62 kW)
- Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association, 7649 REA Parkway, Windsor (two at 201 kW)
- Embassy Suites, 4705 Clydesdale Parkway, Loveland (ten at 150 kW)
- Thunder Mountain Harley Davidson, 4250 Byrd Drive, Loveland (one at 24 kW)
- King Loveland, 4175 Byrd Drive, Loveland (two at 120 kW)
- Davidson-Gebhardt Chevrolet, 3880 Test Drive, Loveland (one at 62 kW)
- Jax Outdoor Gear, 950 E. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland (one at 50 kW)
- Target, 1725 Rocky Mountain Ave., Loveland (four at 350 kW)
- Maverick, 8150 Sixth St., Wellington (one at 200 kW)
Additionally, twelve 250-kilowatt ports by Tesla are in the works in Fort Collins at Front Range Village, located at 2720 Council Tree Ave., as indicated on the state’s DC Fast Charge sites map. This funding was disclosed in 2023.
On Tuesday, Harley-Davidson, the renowned American motorcycle manufacturer, introduced its inaugural fully-electric motorcycle in India.
The Harley Davidson Livewire is equipped with a 15.5 kWh lithium battery and features a permanent magnet electric motor that delivers 78 kW or 104.6 bhp of power, along with a peak torque of 116 Nm. As an electric vehicle, it offers all its torque right from zero rpm. This gearless motorcycle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3 seconds!
The large battery provides an impressive city range of 225 km and a highway range of 142 km. It can be fully charged in just an hour using a DC fast charger.
This motorcycle features seven riding modes, including four pre-installed options: Road, Rain, Sport, and Range. Additionally, three fully customizable modes allow users to tailor the acceleration rate, brake regeneration, throttle response, and traction control settings to their preferences.
The global launch of the motorcycle is anticipated for late 2019 or early 2020, with specific dates for India expected to be announced afterward. In the USA, the price is set at $29,799, while it is projected to fall within the range of Rs 40-50 lakh in India.
American electric motorcycle brands Zero and LiveWire have independently recognized that the demand for full-sized electric motorcycles is low, and they aren’t making significant sales. As a result, they are focusing on creating smaller, lighter, and more affordable electric scooters that cater to low-speed needs. In a strategic decision, both companies are pursuing distinct paths with more budget-friendly models.
At the current EICMA show in Italy, Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire announced a collaboration with Taiwanese company Kymco to manufacture electric scooters (shown below), while California-based Zero showcased its new XB and XE lightweight trail models designed to take on the Chinese-made Sur-Ron electric dirt bikes (shown above). LiveWire has yet to disclose pricing, but Zero has confirmed plans to introduce six new models over the next two years, each priced under $10,000.
I’m particularly enthusiastic about the Zero XB and XE models. The XB is priced at an attractive $4,195 and includes a removable 2.4 kWh battery, switchable traction control, and enhanced suspension for enjoyable all-electric trail driving. It reportedly offers 47 miles of trail range. The XE, an upgraded version, features a larger 4.3 kWh battery and a high-resolution TFT display with a range of around 65 miles, retailing at $6,495. Both models promise a thrilling experience at an excellent value in the electric motorcycle sector, with the XB serving as a trail-specific bike and the XE available in full street-legal configuration.
“The new X Line delivers the best performing models in one of the most exciting growth categories from the most trusted electric brand in powersports,” stated Sam Paschel, CEO of Zero Motorcycles. “Our mission from day one has been to revolutionize the two-wheeled transportation industry, and we will stop at nothing to deliver on that promise to our growing global community of riders.”
Meanwhile, the maxi scooters being developed by LiveWire and Kymco are perfectly suited for the current European demand. Kymco aims to introduce a more robust and premium model to the Euro market, while LiveWire seeks a high-volume product to maintain profitable margins. These new scooters will feature LiveWire’s established S2 Arrow powertrain, complemented by Kymco’s Ionex swappable battery system. They are expected to launch globally in 2026, although details on pricing and branding remain undisclosed. Nonetheless, they appear visually appealing.
“The belief and recognition that we could create a class-leading maxi-scooter using our S2 Arrow powertrain has been a constant, KYMCO sharing their expertise has changed belief into reality, and we are excited to commence on this journey with such a globally recognized leader in the category.” – Karim Donnez, CEO LiveWire
The electric two-wheeler market faces challenges at the moment, highlighted by the recent closure of Italian firm Energica. If LiveWire and Zero aspire to thrive long-term, they must continue to innovate with products that resonate with consumer preferences. Both companies are making prudent strides in this direction.
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