EV Adoption

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

In my previous article, Proposed Changes to the Federal EV Tax Credit Passed by the House of Representatives , I outlined and analyzed 13 proposed changes to IRC 30D (federal EV tax credit). In this brief article I will share the 3 scenarios that lead to an EV being completely disqualified from any available tax credit amount.

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Get Electric Vehicle

JANUARY 29, 2023

She mentioned that an electric GMC Hummer weighs about 9,000 pounds (4,000 kilograms), with a battery pack that weighs 2,900 pounds (1,300 kilograms) on its own which is roughly the weight of a regular Honda Civic. She claims that the Mustang Mach E electric SUV and the Volvo XC40 EV are around 33% heavier than their fuel versions.

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EV Adoption

MARCH 9, 2021

I will continue to dive into these and other key EV adoption questions in the coming months, but with this article I will share some notes and thoughts on some of the near- and longer-term challenges getting in the way of achieving these goals. In addition to trucks, SUVs, and more affordable EVs – American consumers need more choice.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 23, 2023

Many in the auto industry are warning that realistic BEV range numbers under varying conditions need to be widely published , else risk creating a backlash against EVs in general. That makes the Model Y cost-competitive with Hyundai’s $45,500 IONIQ 5 e-SUV with 304 miles of range. on March 10, 2021.

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Charged EVs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

It’s a truck, specifically the Escalade SUV, the gussied-up, very successful ultra-luxury version of the Chevy Suburban. Ultimately, GM will build Ultium-based EVs in North America for its four existing brands (Cadillac, GMC, Buick and Chevrolet) plus one model each for Honda and Acura. Cadillac CELESTIQ show car exterior.

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EV Adoption

MARCH 31, 2021

In addition DHL adds to its electric delivery van fleet in the US, Jeep announces plans for a Level 2 charging network and solid article was published about the current poor experience facing EV drivers at the various EV charging networks. EVAdoption: This is a lengthy read, but well-written and important article that is worth the read.

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EV Adoption

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

There are separate provisions for 2 & 3-wheeled EVs, electric bikes, and used 4-wheeled EVs — of which this article will not cover. For more background and detail on changing to refundable tax credit, read my article from September — Proposed Changes to Federal EV Tax Credit – Part 5: Making the Credit Refundable.

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