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ChargePoint and Eaton are collaborating with Santa Monica to transition its bus fleet to electric vehicles by 2032, involving a $56 million investment. The Routing Company launched RamsLink, a paratransit service for VCU. Wi-Tronix won a $10M contract for PATH rail fleet technology. ENC was named to a 5-year transit bus contract in North Carolina. CCW delivered buses to Roberts Hawaii. Scheidt & Bachmann was selected by NEORide for cash farebox systems.

Santa Monica is investing $56 million to install 130 DC fast-charging ports for its Big Blue Bus fleet, aiming for full electrification by 2032. ChargePoint will provide charging hardware and software, while Eaton supplies electrical equipment. This is one of ChargePoint's largest transit deployments.

ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) partnered with Cariqa to integrate direct-payment options into its be.ENERGISED platform, allowing EV drivers to pay via QR codes without apps or accounts. The partnership aims to increase charger utilization and revenue for operators while maintaining control over pricing and branding. Initial rollout covers several European countries, with a live demo at ICNC 2026.

ChargePoint and Cariqa have partnered to offer QR code-based payments for electric vehicle charging. Cariqa's Go solution allows drivers to pay via a mobile website without needing an app or account. ChargePoint CEO Rick Wilmer states this partnership enhances charging operators' monetization. The service launches in several European countries, with a demo at the ICNC in Berlin.

ChargePoint Holdings (CHPT) is scheduled to report Q2'26 earnings on September 2, with revenue expected at $105.21M and EPS at -$1.57. The announcement is anticipated at 8:00 AM ET.

ChargePoint has installed an overhead DC fast EV charging system at Portland International Airport for rental car companies. The system features 10 dual-port dispensers, allowing 20 vehicles to charge simultaneously. The design saves space and reduces installation costs, according to the company. ChargePoint's fleet software provides real-time monitoring and control for operators.

Stocks of nLIGHT, AAON, AeroVironment, Kratos, and ChargePoint fell due to U.S.-Canada trade tensions and potential tariffs. nLIGHT dropped 7.4%, AAON 3.4%, AeroVironment 6.5%, Kratos 6.5%, and ChargePoint 4.9%. The breakdown in trade talks may impact industrial and manufacturing sectors.

ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) will report Q2 FY27 results on September 2, 2026, with a conference call at 1:30 p.m. PT. The EV charging company also announced a new fast-charging system at Portland International Airport, featuring 10 dual-port dispensers. The deployment aims to streamline EV adoption in rental fleets and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

JD Power's 2026 U.S. EVX Public Charging Study reports improved reliability in DC fast charging, with failed attempts dropping to 12%. Customer satisfaction for DC fast charging rose to 666, while AC Level 2 charging satisfaction fell to 595. Ionna, Mercedes-Benz, and Rivian's networks surpassed Tesla's Superchargers in satisfaction, scoring 807, 797, and 755 respectively. Tesla's network scored 701, losing its top ranking after five years.

ChargePoint said it extended its partnership with Mercedes-Benz to provide integrated EV fleet charging solutions for Mercedes business customers in the UK and Germany. The deal covers site assessment, planning, installation, operations and service, using ChargePoint AC/DC hardware plus smart energy management and fleet software for cars and light to medium-duty vans.