US Congress Considers 1st-Ever Purchase Incentive for Commercial EVs
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 3, 2022
This bill would establish a federal tax credit for businesses to purchase electric and plug-in hybrid […].
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Inflation Reduction Act mandates escalating battery critical mineral requirements to qualify for EV tax credit
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 9, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act , which the Senate passed last week, revamps the electric vehicle Federal tax credit of $7,500 ( earlier post ). Among the changes are an extension of the tax credit through 2032, the removal of the unit-sales cap of 200,000 per OEM, and a new mandate for qualified cars being assembled in North America.
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2020 Audi A8 TFSI e plug-in hybrid carries starting price of $94,000
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 25, 2020
Audi is pricing its 2020 A8 TFSI e plug-in hybrid with a MSRP of $94,000 in the US. Joining the flagship sedan model line, the Audi A8 TFSI e serves as the first plug-in hybrid variant of the A8. Audi anticipates that customers purchasing the 2020 Audi A8 TFSI e will be eligible for a federal tax credit of up to $6,795.
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T&E study finds plug-in hybrids show higher CO2 emissions than claimed
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Three of the most popular plug-in hybrids in 2020 all emitted more CO 2 than advertised when tested in the real world, according to tests commissioned by European environmental NGO Transport & Environment (T&E). T&E said governments should therefore end the purchase subsidies and tax breaks for plug-in hybrids.
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Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving
Green Car Congress
JUNE 15, 2021
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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CMU study finds taxes on emissions would result in more rapid electrification by ridesharing companies
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 23, 2021
We optimize fleet composition (mix of conventional vehicles (CVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), and battery electric vehicles (BEVs)) and operations to satisfy demand at minimum cost and compare findings across a wide range of present-day and future scenarios for three cities. —Bruchon et al. Source: Bruchon et al.
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Nikola Tre FCEV receives CARB ZEP Executive Order for HVIP eligibility; $240,000 base incentive per truck
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 23, 2022
Nikola Corporation has received a California Air Resources Board (CARB) Zero Emission Powertrain (ZEP) Executive Order that is a requirement for Nikola’s Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) to be eligible for CARB’s Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) program.
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DOE labs study on costs and benefits of new transportation technologies the most comprehensive to date
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 14, 2021
The study looked at several powertrains: internal combustion engine, hybrid electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle and battery electric vehicle. Overall, hybrid electric vehicles tend to be the lowest-cost powertrain.
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Could improving electric-car tax credit be possible even with today's politics?
Green Car Reports
JANUARY 16, 2018
Rather to the surprise of electric-car advocates, the massive tax bill passed by the U.S. Congress in December did not eliminate the federal tax credit for purchase of a plug-in electric vehicle. That credit lets buyers take a credit of $2,500 to $7,500 on their income-tax filing in the year of purchase.
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Proposed Changes to Federal EV Tax Credit – Part 5: Making the Credit Refundable
EV Adoption
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
One of the biggest complaints about the federal electric vehicle (EV) tax credit (IRC 30D) is that its structure of using a non-refundable tax credit is clearly more beneficial to higher-income households. How the Current Tax Credit Works For EV Buyers.
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Electric-car tax credit retained in Congressional tax reform bill: report
Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 14, 2017
income-tax credit for purchase of a plug-in electric vehicle will not be killed after all. We'll likely never know whether it was the influence of auto lobbyists, pressure from the actual public, or a letter signed by two dozen mayors. But however the sausage was made, it appears that the U.S.
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France raising penalties and cutting incentives in lower carbon car purchase scheme
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 29, 2011
The French Government will reduce the purchase tax incentives for lower carbon cars and increase the penalties for high-pollution vehicles beginning in January. France’s bonus-malus scheme provides financial rewards for those who purchase or lease a new vehicle emitting less CO 2 g/km while taxing more heavily polluting cars.
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BMW CEO urging tax subsidies for electric vehicles in Germany to bolster sales
Green Car Congress
JULY 15, 2012
BMW CEO Norbert Reithofer is calling for tax subsidies in Germany to help meet the federal government’s target of having 1 million electric cars on the road in eight years. Because of the high purchase prices for electric cars, there is a need for incentives. for example, the tax law.”.In
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250 UPS plans to purchase 1,000 propane-fueled package delivery trucks, install fueling stations; $70M investment
Green Car Congress
MARCH 5, 2014
UPS plans to purchase 1,000 propane package delivery trucks and install an initial 50 fueling stations at UPS locations. States that attract this type of investment with tax incentives and grants will factor into the UPS deployment strategy. The investment in propane vehicles and infrastructure is approximately $70 million.
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Nikola Tre FCEV receives CARB HVIP incentive eligibility; $240,000 to $288,000 per truck
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
Nikola Corporation has received approval from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for Nikola’s Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) to be eligible for CARB’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) program.
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Nikola marks 100-salesorder milestone for Nikola Tre Hydrogen FCEV Class 8 truck; bolstered by HVIP
Green Car Congress
MARCH 30, 2023
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) program, played a significant role in securing many of the 100 sale orders that are expected to convert to purchase orders following the satisfactory completion of the demonstration programs.
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Hyundai delivers first 2019 NEXO fuel cell SUV to US customer
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 30, 2018
Hochrad purchased his first hybrid car more than 15 years ago, and over the years has driven dedicated electric vehicles as well. NEXO can be leased for $399 (Blue model) or $449 (Limited model) for 36 months and can be purchased for $58,300.
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2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Qualifies for $3,400 Tax Credit
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 29, 2009
Buyers of a new 2010 Fusion Hybrid or Mercury Milan Hybrid this year will qualify for a $3,400 tax credit. The Fusion Hybrid carries a 41 mpg rating in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. Fusion Hybrid travels up to 47 mph in pure electric mode, faster than all other hybrids currently on the road.
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Japan to Provide Tax Breaks for Hybrid, Electric Cars
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 8, 2009
Under provisions of a fiscal 2009 tax reform bill, Japan will waive an automobile weight tax for people buying hybrid cars and electric vehicles. Normally, people purchasing new cars pay the automobile acquisition tax, which is equivalent to roughly 5% of the car’s price, and three years’ worth of the weight tax.
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In an ideal world, this is how electric-car tax credits should work
Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 19, 2017
The tax reform bill likely to be voted on by the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives retained a number of provisions originally slated to be cut from the tax code. Among them was the federal income-tax credit for purchase of a plug-in electric vehicle.
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Biden attends the Detroit auto show to further promote EVs
Setec Powerr
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
Congress and self-proclaimed “car enthusiast” Biden previously promised tens of billions of dollars in loans, manufacturing and consumer tax credits, and grants aimed at accelerating the U.S. In August, California required that all new vehicles sold in the state be purely electric or plug-in hybrids by 2035. (
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Volkswagen reports growing demand for e-up! and Passat GTE in Germany
Green Car Congress
MARCH 31, 2020
The GTE versions of the current Passat generation have also become increasingly more popular amongst buyers: Every seventh customer now opts for the plug-in hybrid (PHEV). No charges are incurred for road tax or engine oil changes for the e-up! Power consumption in kWh/100 km (NEDC): 12.9–12.7 Passat GTE Variant. New Golf GTE.
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307 Nikola launches 700 bar mobile hydrogen fueler for fuel cell electric vehicles
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 19, 2023
Nikola recently announced that it has received a California Air Resources Board (CARB) Zero-Emission Powertrain Executive Order that is a requirement for the Nikola Tre FCEV to be eligible for CARB’s Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) program.
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AJR Trucking orders 50 Nikola Tre FCEVs; incentives bring rough cost parity with existing fleet
Green Car Congress
MAY 3, 2023
AJR Trucking , a leading carrier for the United States Postal Service (USPS) and a major drayage carrier operating in the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, has executed a purchase order for 50 Nikola Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) trucks from Tom’s Truck Centers, a member of the Nikola Corporation sales and service dealer network.
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2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features upgraded powertrain, enlarged battery pack
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
MMNA) announced pricing and availability of the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) crossover. Starting MSRP remains the same as the 2020 model, just $36,295 before available state and federal tax incentives. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
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Prius Plug-In eligibile for a $1,500 California consumer incentive plus $2,500 Federal tax credit
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 28, 2012
Designed to promote the use of Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEV) and related clean vehicle technologies, the CVRP is a consumer incentive made available in addition to a $2,500 Federal Tax credit. These grants are available when a vehicle is either purchased or leased for 36 months or longer.
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New York State adjusts EV rebate program, adds $30M
Green Car Congress
MAY 8, 2021
An additional $30 million is now available through New York State’s Drive Clean Rebate program to encourage more consumers to lease or purchase an all-electric car or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. Eligible vehicles under the Drive Clean Rebate include all-electric cars, plug-in hybrid electric cars, and fuel-cell-electric cars.
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NY state launces series of initiatives to encourage adoption of EVs
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 20, 2018
New York State announced a series of broad-scale initiatives to encourage the purchase and to increase the convenience and accessibility of electric vehicles (EV). Drive Clean Rebate Initiative Supporting the Direct Purchase of 11,000 EVs. To date, more than 11,000 rebates have been approved for New Yorkers to purchase electric cars.
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China targeting 5M electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles by 2020
Green Car Congress
APRIL 19, 2012
China’s State Council will take steps to accelerate the promotion of pure electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, and popularize non-plug-in hybrid vehicles and more efficient internal combustion engine vehicles. Tax and fiscal policy. Improvements to tax and fiscal policies are intended to create a conducive market environment.
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225 Study of 5-year TCO suggests ongoing challenge to unsubsidized BEV cost-competitiveness
Green Car Congress
JULY 9, 2018
A team at Arizona State University has analyzed the five-year Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for representative electric, hybrid, and conventional vehicles—the Nissan Leaf (BEV), Toyota Prius (HEV), and Toyota Corolla (ICEV)—in 14 US cities from 2011 to 2015. —Breetz and Salon. Five-year TCO by city and car. Breetz and Salon.
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EIA: California home to almost half of US plug-in electric vehicles
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 10, 2014
Total US sales of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs)—battery electric and plug-in hybrid electric—have increased in recent years, but still represent only about 0.7% Several states offer tax incentives to reduce the upfront cost of PEVs to consumers. sales and use tax. of new vehicle sales in 2014 so far, up from 0.6%
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Study of 5-year TCO suggests ongoing challenge to unsubsidized BEV cost-competitiveness
Green Car Congress
JULY 9, 2018
A team at Arizona State University has analyzed the five-year Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for representative electric, hybrid, and conventional vehicles—the Nissan Leaf (BEV), Toyota Prius (HEV), and Toyota Corolla (ICEV)—in 14 US cities from 2011 to 2015. —Breetz and Salon. Five-year TCO by city and car. Breetz and Salon.
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Tesla introduces financing product for Model S customers; lease-sale hybrid
Green Car Congress
APRIL 2, 2013
Essentially, said Tesla CEO Elon Musk in a conference call describing the product, the new approach allows one to buy a new Model S for no money down net of the tax credit and as low as about $500 net out of pocket cost per month, depending upon the model, specific state incentives, and personal parameters (e.g., driving distances, etc.).
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President Obama Awards $2.3B for Tax Credits for New Clean-Tech Manufacturing Jobs; GE Gets Largest Battery-related Award
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 9, 2010
billion in Recovery Act Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credits for clean energy manufacturing projects across the United States. Aeroenvironment plans to purchase equipment for manufacturing 25 kWh LiTiO advanced battery packs and battery management systems. President Obama announced the award of $2.3 Aerovironment, Inc.
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Belfer Center Study Concludes Reducing Car and Truck GHG Emissions Will Require Substantially Higher Fuel Prices; Income Tax Credits for Advanced Alt Fuel Vehicles Are Essentially Ineffective at Reducing Sector Emissions
Green Car Congress
MARCH 8, 2010
It also finds that, while relying on subsidies for electric or hybrid vehicles is politically attractive, it is an extremely expensive and ineffective way to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the near term. —Morrow et al. Adoption of all of the preceding policies.
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220 Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid heading to select US showrooms
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 9, 2012
Overview of the C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid. Ford began production of the 2013 C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicle ( earlier post ) at Michigan Assembly in October, and the vehicles are heading for showrooms. Starting MSRP is $29,995 (after a federal tax credit). Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Earlier post.).
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312 Congressional Budget Office estimates US federal policies promoting EVs and other fuel-efficient vehicles will cost $7.5B through 2019; little or no impact on gasoline use and GHG in the short term
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 21, 2012
Tax credits and gasoline prices necessary for various electric vehicles to be cost-competitive with conventional vehicles at 2011 vehicle prices. The electric vehicles that are the focus of this study fall into two broad classes: plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and battery-electric vehicles. Source: CBO. Click to enlarge.
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252 CMU study finds small battery PHEVs and gasoline hybrids the least-cost policy solution to reducing gasoline consumption
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 29, 2012
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) provides a tax credit of $2,500 per PHEV sold (minimum 4kWh capacity) and an additional $417 for each additional kWh of battery capacity in excess of 4 kWh. A more efficient way to address negative externalities is to apply Pigovian taxes (e.g., Current Federal subsidies.
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J.D. Power sees hybrid and EV share below 10% of US market through 2016 despite rising fuel prices
Green Car Congress
APRIL 27, 2011
The inaugural study examines attitudes of US consumers toward four primary alternative powertrain technologies: hybrid electric vehicles; clean diesel engines; plug-in hybrid electric vehicles; and battery electric vehicles. Percentages for overall consideration (definitely would / probably would) were: Hybrid electric vehicles: 51%.
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China Ministry of Transport targeting 300,000 new energy vehicles on roads by 2020
Green Car Congress
MARCH 19, 2015
Among measures to be undertaken will be the continued construction of charging facilities and tax exemptions and subsidies for car purchases. Buyers of qualified pure electric cars, plug-in hybrid electric cars and fuel cell cars will not have to pay the vehicle purchase tax until the end of 2017, according to the MOT.
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Washington state legislature approves $16.9B transportation package; targeting all new cars to be electric with MY 2030
Green Car Congress
MARCH 14, 2022
836 million to build four new hybrid-electric ferries. The revenue package adopted a shift in funding sources after an export fuel tax projected to provide $2 billion in funding was removed on the House floor. . $1 billion to fund Washington’s portion of an I-5 replacement bridge across the Columbia River. Specifically: Sec.
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186 Volkswagen offering subscriptions to ID.3 and ID.4 in Germany
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
family, but the platform will later be made available to dealers to offer combustion engine and hybrid vehicles as well. Specifically, this means 800 kilometers per month and a full-service package with registration, roadworthiness tests, maintenance and servicing, insurance and road tax. Initially, to sell models from the ID.
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Electric Vehicles Could be your Solution to the Current Gas Prices
Blink Charging
MARCH 31, 2022
According to NBC News , nearly 1 in 5 consumers who visited Edmunds.com during the first week of March searched specifically for hybrids and EVs; an 18% increase over the previous month, and a month-over-month increase of 40%! Tax credits and rebates are usually available on the purchase of an EV. Absolutely!
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52 Canadian Study Concludes Rebates to Hybrid Buyers Not Cost-Effective for Reducing Carbon Emissions
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 24, 2009
Canadian government programs that offer rebates to hybrid vehicle buyers are failing to produce environmental benefits commensurate with the cost, according to a study by researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC). If the intention of rebate programs is to replace gas guzzlers with hybrids, they are failing.
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