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J.D. Power: EV price pressure grows as government incentives and lease deals wield outsized influence on consumer demand

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The first evidence can be seen in consumer interest in the Ford Mustang Mach-E and the Tesla Model Y following the reclassification of both vehicles as SUVs, which made them eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit under the Inflation Reduction Act. The best examples of this trend are the Chevrolet Bolt and Bolt EUV.

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Chevrolet delivers first Bolt EVs to SF Bay Area customers

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In the San Francisco Bay area, Chevrolet delivered the first three Bolt EVs to customers. The Bolt EV begins at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $37,495, which includes destination and freight charges, but excludes tax, title, license and dealer fees. inch-diagonal color touch screen.

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Chevrolet cuts price on Spark EV; with incentives and “bonus cash”, as low as $14,995

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Chevrolet has lowered the price on the Spark EV 1LT to a new manufacturer’s suggested retail price starting at $25,995, down from $26,820. Depending on an individual’s tax situation, the Spark EV ( earlier post ) is eligible for federal tax credit up to $7,500.

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Chevrolet to begin selling Spark EV in Maryland

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Chevrolet will start selling the Spark EV in Maryland this spring, the electric mini-car’s first entry into the East Coast market. The Spark EV is also sold in California and Oregon, where sales totaled 1,145 in 2014. The Spark EV is also sold in California and Oregon, where sales totaled 1,145 in 2014.

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Time to shake-up EV outreach?

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The Southern Oregon chapter tests new ways to spark interest. The leaders of the Southern Oregon Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Association (SOHEVA) do not rest on their laurels when it comes to convincing the public to drive electric. Along the way, SOHEVA has been very involved in sustainability policy in the Southern Oregon area.

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EV Tax Credit: The Guide Your Car Dealer Doesn’t Want You To Read

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You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction. Federal EV Tax Credit To accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), the US Government offers a federal EV tax credit of up to $7500 to anyone purchasing or leasing an electric car.

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Chevrolet Spark EV to lease for as low as $199 per month; MSRP $27,945 pre-incentives

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Chevrolet announced a low-mileage lease on the new 2014 Spark EV 1LT ( earlier post ) for as low as $199 per month for 36 months, with $999 due at lease signing including security deposit (tax, title, license dealer fees extra), making the vehicle one of the most affordable EVs on the market. Click to enlarge. A mileage charge of $.25/mile

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