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An Overview of Charging Incentives in Oregon

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By taking advantage of these incentives, EV owners can significantly reduce their upfront costs, making the transition more affordable and financially feasible. Additionally, EV owners in Oregon can save on state taxes, as the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality reports that EVs are exempt from the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program fees.

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J.D. Power: First-time owners find switching to EVs highly satisfactory

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Those 10 factors are (in alphabetical order): accuracy of stated battery range; availability of public charging stations; battery range; cost of ownership; driving enjoyment; ease of charging at home; interior and exterior styling (new in 2022); safety and technology features (new); service experience (new); and vehicle quality and reliability.

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The US Needs 20 Times More EV Charging Stations by 2030… Or Else

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According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics , electric vehicle sales, including plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) and battery electric vehicles (BEV), increased from just over 17,000 in 2011 to 632,883 in 2021. In fact, BEVs accounted for 3.2% of the total light-duty vehicle market in 2021!

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ICCT study finds state EV incentives playing a significant role in driving sales

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A study by a team from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) shows that state electric vehicle incentives are playing a significant early role in reducing the effective cost of ownership and driving electric vehicle sales. Source: ICCT. Click to enlarge. —Jin et al.

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Market Update: How Battery Pack Costs Declined Since 2008

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The cost of battery packs has been a significant factor in the adoption of these technologies, and recent developments show that we’re moving in the right direction as prices drop. In 2008, the cost per kilowatt-hour (kWh) was $1,355, but by 2022, it had dropped to $153 per kWh.

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The Global Outlook of Electric Vehicles

Blink Charging

Perhaps nothing illustrates the rise of electric vehicles over the past decade more than this statistic: In 2012, the total number of electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the entire world was 120,000. This is partially due to the cost of EVs in these countries, but also with a relative lack of charging infrastructure.

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5 Best Electric Car Insurance Tips for Millennials

Clean Fleet Report

The national average for electric car insurance cost is $2,280 per year. The high cost of electric car insurance can be attributed that the fact that an electric car is often more expensive than its gas-powered counterpart. Through the Federal Tax Credit, you can be eligible for up to $7,500.