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Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving

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The study considers five different powertrains (internal combustion engine, hybrid-electric, plug-in hybrid-electric, fuel-cell-electric, and battery-electric) and 12 cost components (purchase cost, depreciation, financing, fuel, insurance, maintenance, repair, taxes, registration fees, tolls and parking, payload capacity and labor).

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Lightning Systems lowers prices of electric powertrains while adding and enhancing features

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Commercial electric vehicle manufacturer Lightning Systems is lowering the prices of its 2021 battery and fuel cell electric vehicles by 10 to 50% for Class 3 to Class 8 vehicles. In addition to lower prices, zero-emission vehicles from Colorado’s Lightning Systems also will have new features, including: High-speed Level 2 charging.

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Own a Kia Sonet? Check this DIY maintenance guide for better ownership

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It was launched at price tags ranging between ₹ 8 lakh and 15.69 Right ahead of its launch, Kia India claimed the Sonet is the lowest maintenance car in its segment, citing a study. Keep the battery clean One of the key and basic maintenance for any car is keeping the battery clean. lakh (ex-showroom).

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DIY Car Maintenance Tasks to Try at Home

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Car owners may be tempted to skip maintenance because it is an extra cost they need to pay for. Fortunately, certain maintenance tasks are DIY projects and can save you money, as the average cost of car repairs ranges between $300 to $500. This article highlights some DIY car maintenance tasks you can tackle at home. 

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Domino’s rolling out nationwide fleet of 800 Chevy Bolt EVs

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Electric vehicles provide several advantages for Domino’s stores, including ample battery life with the potential to have days of deliveries, zero tailpipe emissions, advanced safety features and lower average maintenance costs than nonelectric vehicles—all without the financial impact of high gasoline prices.

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Feature: How Expensive Is EV Maintenance?

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All vehicles require some form of maintenance. That said, drivers will typically spend less on long-term maintenance than they would for an internal combustion engine (ICE) car over time. So, just how expensive is EV maintenance overall? Average Maintenance Costs. Preventive Maintenance Tips for Your EV.

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Ford opens E-Transit Registration site for commercial customers; new pricing

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Along with the registration site, the E-Transit electric vans have updated pricing, with a targeted starting MSRP of $43,295 for the cutaway—lower than originally announced—to $52,690 for the high-roof extended-wheelbase cargo van. No deposit or purchase commitment is required.