The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Earlier this year, the rules around EV tax credits seemed to be changing every other week. While things have calmed down since then, we’re about to see more action on the topic, as the Treasury recently released new guidance on battery materials sourcing that will upend credits for some EVs.
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 6, 2024
The automaker recently announced that its upcoming Prologue EV would be eligible for federal tax credits of $7,500, meaning buyers can get around 15 percent off the SUV’s purchase price at the point of sale. Tax credits bring the Prologue’s starting price down to $41,295 after a $1,395 destination charge.
Blink Charging
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Federal tax credits for electric vehicles in the United States are complicated, especially with new changes for 2023. Under the current version of the Section 30D Clean Vehicle Credit (CVC), there are specific criteria that both the vehicle and taxpayer must meet. First, the easy part: How do I claim the $7,500 EV tax credit?
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 17, 2023
With the guidance having come in on the United States’ updated EV tax credit scheme, outlined in the so-called Inflation Reduction Act, we now have a pretty good idea of which electric vehicles still qualify. But it basically comes down to whether or not they can qualify for the two $3,750 credits. or in a country where the U.S.
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Ford and the UAW have reached a tentative agreement that will end the strike at some locations, but the automaker is looking at lower profits and a challenging road ahead with electrification. Ford said it would delay some of the planned EV investments after seeing less demand and more price pressure than expected. It lost $1.3
The Truth About Cars
JANUARY 19, 2024
After facing significant challenges ramping up production and meeting customer demand for the F-150 Lightning, Ford recently announced layoffs that will drastically cut volume at its electric vehicle factory in Michigan. Even with tax credits for some models, many EVs are significantly more expensive than their gas-powered counterparts.
The Truth About Cars
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Ford has said it will restart construction on the electric vehicle battery facility it’s building in Marshall, Michigan, after pausing work when the UAW strike kicked off a couple months ago. From Ford: While we remain bullish on our long-term strategy for electric vehicles, we are re-timing and resizing some investments.
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