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Volkswagen debuts three-row ID. Buzz

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Buzz is planned for sale in the North American market starting in 2024. The rear motor produces 282 horsepower, in comparison to the two-row European-spec model, which debuted with 201 hp. All-wheel drive GTX version is available for the three-row ID. The three-row ID. Just as with the original Bus, the three-row ID.

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82% of BEVs & PHEVs Available in the US in 2022 Have a Base MSRP of $40,000+

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Out of 82 BEVs and PHEVs that are either currently available for sale in the US, or expected to be so by the end of 2022, 67 of them, or 81.7%, have a base manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) higher than $39,999, according to new analysis from EVAdoption. Fifteen or 18.3% have a base MSRP below $40,000 and 31 or 37.8%

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Study finds car dealerships pose significant barrier to EV adoption

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For instance, a California-specific (United States) study suggests that EVs require new business and promotion strategies during sales processes, while a study across four US states and an investigation in Ontario (Canada) find that the (lack of) salespersons EV knowledge and positive attitude can influence customers’ purchasing decisions.

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Volkswagen sold around 394,000 battery-electric vehicles in 2023

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“The delivery figures show that we are on the right track as a brand and that our cars are well received by our customers,” said Imelda Labbé, Volkswagen Board Member for sales, marketing and after sales. A key highlight for BEV sales was in Germany, where the brand sold roughly 30,000 ID.4 4 units for a 62.9

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Plug’n Drive launches online tool to help Canadian drivers find their electric vehicle match

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A side-by-side comparison tool that shows the difference between electric cars and gasoline equivalents that contains a full list of every electric and gasoline car available for sale in Canada. Find Your EV Match is available online at ev.plugndrive.ca. A database of electric vehicle (EV) incentives offered in Canada.

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Canada takes boldest stance on electric vehicles yet

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In comparison, EVs comprised 19% of new car sales in the UK. EVs are even more impressive across the EU and in China, where they accounted for 17% and 16% of new car sales, respectively. The new policy in Canada requires automakers to increase the percentage of electric vehicles available for sale in the country.

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California ARB considering modifications to ZEV regs to provide more flexibility for intermediate volume manufacturers

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Their proposed changes included: very small demonstration quantities of ZEVs through 2025; large credit multipliers for any ZEVs produced; travel and pooling of both ZEV and TZEV credits in ZEV states; extended service credits for cars offered for sale or extended leases; and. three years to make up ZEV credit deficits.