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Hyundai fast-tracks start of EV production in the US as it gains recognition with its own day

Baua Electric

Hyundai initially planned to begin production early next year, but the automaker is plowing ahead with the $7,500 federal tax credit on the line. It even tops Rivian’s $5 billion EV factory outside of Atlanta. And that was without its electric models qualifying for the $7,500 EV tax credit (only through a leasing loophole).

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Tips for purchasing a new EV amid a vehicle shortage

Plug in America

In larger metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, Atlanta, or Seattle, where EVs are in high demand, prices are higher but have more inventory available than in suburban or rural areas. Remember, buying a pre-owned plug-in hybrid or EV is not the same as buying a pre-owned gasoline vehicle.

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US DOE Awards $300 Million in Clean Cities Grants to Support Alternative Fuels, Vehicles, and Infrastructure Development

Green Car Congress

DeKalb County’s DeKalb County/Metropolitan Atlanta Alternative Fuel and Advanced Technology Vehicle Project. The project will convert local landfill gas (LFG), a renewable fuel source, to compressed natural gas and develop five CNG fueling stations throughout the metro-Atlanta area. Total DOE award: $14,994,183.