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Everything You Need to Know About the Cost of Owning a Car

Clean Fleet Report

When it comes to buying a car, there is more than meets the eye. Maintenance Costs Associated With Car Ownership. The maintenance costs for your vehicle depend on numerous factors. An EV, like this Mazda MX-30, could save you money on maintenance. Adding Up All the Expenses for your Wheels.

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REPAIRING EVS IN NEW ZEALAND

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As more people choose to own Electric Vehicles (EVs) in New Zealand, it’s important for drivers to understand how and where to access reliable, efficient, EV-specific repair and maintenance services. They service all EV types, and offer pre-purchase inspections for EV buyers and regular maintenance services.

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Feature: Top 6 Reasons Why an EV Is the Right Choice

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Low Maintenance Costs. It has fewer parts that would need constant maintenance and replacement. Car dealerships will advise you on the frequency of maintenance needed at the time of purchase. Check your local situation before you buy. News: Mazda Join the EV Crowd with MX-30 EV. High Resale Values.

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Auto Lobby Wants Input on Government EV Policy Before Changes Are Made

The Truth About Cars

For example, fuel taxes (which are accounted for when you pay at the pump) are responsible for funding anywhere from a quarter to a third of all roadway maintenance — which would evaporate as more people started driving electric vehicles. Getting back to EVs, many automakers have bet the farm on electrification.

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Road Test: 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited

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The 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited is a rear-wheel drive, 200+ horsepower sports coupe that competes with the Mazda MX-5 RF , and shares a platform with Toyota 86. seconds, but straight line speed is not why anyone should be buying a BRZ. But let’s get real here, who will be buying the BRZ to squeeze miles from every tank of fuel?

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It’s a green light for electric vehicles! Aussie CO2 standard tough on Toyota, SUVs and utes

EV Central

Makers who have a corporate average below the limit will gain credits, those who exceed the limit will have to either buy credits from other brands or pay fines. A Mazda CX-5 2WD, for example, emits 161g/km of CO2 so would be up for $1300 in penalties, while the all-wheel drive version emits 175g/km so would cop $3400 in fines.

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Can-Am Spyder First Drive: Embracing The Third Wheel

The Truth About Cars

Though there was a cadre of riders, most of which seemed to be women, that told me they had only ever driven automobiles prior to buying their Can-Am. But the Spyder RT Limited ($30,499) is probably the one to buy if you’re planning on taking a lot of long trips and are willing to spend the extra money.