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Biofuel and Ag organizations call for accountable life cycle analysis for SAF tax credits, DOE to lead

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In an effort to decarbonize transportation and reduce aviation emissions, Congress is considering new legislation to establish a tax credit to promote and develop robust domestic SAF production. We urge you to make the US Department of Energy (DOE) the lead agency in establishing a regularly updated LCA for any SAF credit.

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Toyota’s tax credit advantage over competitors like Tesla disappears

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As recently corroborated by the veteran Japanese carmaker, it has already crossed the 200,000-unit cap for the United States’ $7,500 tax credit for hybrid and all-electric vehicles. The post Toyota’s tax credit advantage over competitors like Tesla disappears appeared first on TESLARATI.

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Why Tesla Model Y tax credit inclusion is good for some and bad for others

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The Tesla Model Y complete lineup was recently added to the IRS list of qualifying vehicles that will give buyers a $7,500 tax credit. While it may seem like the company’s huge price cuts coupled with the tax credit would be good for everyone, it spells bad news for competitors that offer comparable EVs in the same category.

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SAFE Report: electricity shortfalls impede IRA’s materials production goals

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CHIPS Act sets aside $39 billion in direct federal assistance to produce semiconductors in the US, which is the fastest growing demand share of high purity aluminum discs These laws do offer some supply-side support, specifically the manufacturing production tax credit (45X) and investment tax credit (48c).

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Upgraded Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor AWD gets minor price increase

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In comparison, the expected delivery date of the Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive is currently listed for February-March 2024. That is, at least, unless one takes into account federal tax credits in the United States. Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips. Just send a message to simon@teslarati.com to give us a heads up.

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What EV Drivers Should Know About Leasing an EV This Year

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Although the $7,500 consumer tax credit for buying an electric car is becoming more restrictive for new vehicles adhering to specific manufacturing requirements , there’s a provision enabling consumers to still enjoy the credit when leasing an EV assembled outside of North America.

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2020 Audi A8 TFSI e plug-in hybrid carries starting price of $94,000

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By comparison, the starting MSRP for a 2020 Audi A8 55 TFSI quattro with automatic transmission is $85,200. Audi anticipates that customers purchasing the 2020 Audi A8 TFSI e will be eligible for a federal tax credit of up to $6,795. Earlier post.) Additional state incentives may also be available.

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