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J.D. Power study finds consumer EV consideration in Canada significantly lags US

Green Car Congress

Growing concerns about affordability and infrastructure (both from charging and electrical grid perspectives), have caused a significant decline in the number of consumers who see themselves in the market for an EV anytime soon. —J.D. Ney, director of the automotive practice at J.D. That is up 13 percentage points from 2022 (53%).

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ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

Green Car Congress

A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) finds that the affordability of electric cars remains a strong deterrent for customers across the EU, along with lack of infrastructure and lack of investment in infrastructure. —Erik Jonnaert, ACEA Secretary General. —ACEA report.

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U.S. lawmakers need to bar automakers from getting rid of AM radio in brandnew automobiles

Baua Electric

The Alliance for Automobile Innovation, a business staff representing main automakers, stated “mandating AM radios in all vehicles is unnecessary. “If Elon Musk has enough money to buy Twitter and send rockets to space, he can afford to include AM radio in his Teslas. Vance and Consultant Josh Gottheimer.

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Top 7 Tips for Buying a Car

Clean Fleet Report

million automobiles in 2022, marking a rise from the 66.7 Making the right choice could have lasting effects on your daily routine, finances and overall quality of life, whether you’re new to car buying or an experienced veteran. In this post, we explore seven essential tips on buying smartly. million units sold in 2021.

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National Electric Vehicle Sweden AB acquires assets of Saab Automobile to create new EV company; first model based on 9-3 due year-end 2013/2014

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National Electric Vehicle Sweden AB (NEVS)—an international consortium formed by Chinese, Japanese and Swedish stakeholders—and the Receivers of the Saab Automobile bankruptcy estate ( earlier post) signed a purchase agreement covering the main assets of Saab Automobile AB, Saab Automobile Powertrain AB and Saab Automobile Tools AB.

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Report: Vehicle Supplies Are Climbing Back Up

The Truth About Cars

Vehicle pricing also dropped slightly, though presumably not enough to send anyone running out the door to buy a new automobile due to how outrageously high they’ve been over the last several years. But there does not appear to be a similar surplus of affordable models. Discounts and incentives in January averaged 5.7

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Tips for Choosing Outdoor Car Covers with Maximum Efficiency

Clean Fleet Report

If you buy without research, you may have to get second one to get things right. The primary function of car covers is to stop moisture from entering automobiles through doors and windows. The material must not leave residue on the automobile. The material is affordable and thereby provides you with an economical option.

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