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EIA: California home to almost half of US plug-in electric vehicles

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in 2013 and 0.4% Several states offer tax incentives to reduce the upfront cost of PEVs to consumers. Several states offer tax incentives to reduce the upfront cost of PEVs to consumers. sales and use tax. Georgia offers a zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) tax credit of 20% of the cost, up to $5,000.

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NY launches first EV charging station installation rebate initiative for public and private locations; $5M available

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Depending on installation costs and the model/make of the charging station, installers can save up to 80% of a typical installation’s total cost. Charge Ready NY rebates can be combined with New York State’s 50% tax credit for installing charging stations. This new initiative supports the Governor’s Charge NY 2.0

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Senate version of “Fiscal Cliff” legislation includes 12 energy tax extenders; boost for algae

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The Sections are: Credit for energy-efficient existing homes is extended to 31 December 2013. Credit for alternative fuel vehicle refueling property is extended to 31 December 2013. Credit for 2- or 3-wheeled plug-in electric vehicles. Incentives for biodiesel and renewable diesel are extended to 31 December 2013.

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Researchers call for major change in US policies supporting plug-ins; failure of “mainstream consumer bias”

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Although sales of plug-in vehicles (plug-in hybrid-electric and battery-electric vehicles, collectively PEVs) in the US climbed more than 80% in 2013 to more than 96,000 units (Tesla has not yet released its final figures) from 52,835 units in 2012 EDTA ), the 2013 results still reflect a meagre new light-duty vehicle market share of ~0.6%

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Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid EPA-certified for 100 MPGe combined; tops Volt and Prius PHV

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With a starting price of $29,995, after federal tax credit and including destination and delivery costs, Ford expects C-MAX Energi to be the US’ most affordable plug-in hybrid. Ford projects that its Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid, due out in early 2013, will deliver 100+ MPGe combined.

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Georgia Tech study finds MD electric urban delivery trucks have cost advantages over diesel in some conditions; relative benefits depend on numerous factors

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The electric truck is relatively more cost-effective on the NYCC and when VKT demand is higher. Cost-competitiveness of the electric truck diminishes in drive cycles with higher average speeds. Credit: ACS, Lee et al. Is the electric truck cost-effective in comparison with the diesel truck? Click to enlarge. equipment)./p>.

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AMP Electric Vehicles and Momentum Dynamics form JV to deploy wirelessly charged electric paratransit vehicles; 2 vehicles slated for BARTA

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When proven successful, this pilot program with BARTA will show the pathway to wireless vehicle electrification and will assist operators of fleet vehicles to reduce their operating costs dramatically. They will be able to transition cost effectively to a zero-emission vehicle solution.