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Tesla Semi will be incredibly affordable with US’ revamped EV tax credit

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Battery costs are declining quickly, but even Tesla still lists its 300-mile Semi variant with an estimated starting price of $150,000. The bill allocates $369 billion for programs that help fight climate change and preserve the environment, and it also includes a number of revamped EV tax credits.

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Tesla $7,500 credit up front, Toyota affordable EVs, Ram electric vans: Today’s Car News

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Toyota pushes back about the viability of affordable EVs. And Tesla buyers can now get the $7,500 EV tax credit up front—if they qualify. Tesla has started applying the EV tax credit at the time of purchase —via its own website and affecting the up-front amount buyers will need to pay when buying a new Tesla.

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Volkswagen ID.4 with SK ON battery components eligible for full $7,500 tax credit in 2024

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4 units with SK On battery components qualify for the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) full $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles. 4 starts with an MSRP of $38,995 for the Standard variant, which has a 62 kWh battery and an EPA-estimated range of 209 miles. 4 Pro has an 82 kWh battery with an EPA-estimated range of 275 miles.

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Tesla just made leasing a Model 3 or Y more affordable than ever

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Tesla just made leasing a Model 3 or Model Y more affordable than ever, offering rates as low as $329 a month for an all-electric vehicle. However, the company just slashed leasing prices for the Model 3 and Model Y , its two most popular vehicles, making it as affordable as ever to lease one of the cars with a 36-month term.

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The Nissan Leaf is Eligible for a $3,750 Tax Credit Again

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The Nissan Leaf was already the most affordable EV on sale, but recent changes have made it even cheaper. The automaker announced that the car has regained eligibility for federal tax credits, though for only half of the maximum $7,500. has a free-trade agreement.

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With gas phase-out in view, Europe could lose $160 billion in fuel taxes

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With Europe’s gas phase-out plans now within view, the countries there could be set to lose significant funding from fuel taxes in the coming years. Still, the change could have some latent effects, especially as most countries get crucial revenue from taxes on gas.

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GM hints at an affordable Chevy Camaro EV: A $35,000 real electric pony car?

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An affordable Chevy Camaro EV? 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 with Collector’s Edition Package (Source: Chevrolet) Chevy Camaro to live on as an affordable ($35K) EV Reuss recently confirmed the news, telling MotorTrend that the Camaro needs to make a comeback as a real pony car, but with electric power. That could become a reality.