The Truth About Cars

APRIL 17, 2023

With the guidance having come in on the United States’ updated EV tax credit scheme, outlined in the so-called Inflation Reduction Act, we now have a pretty good idea of which electric vehicles still qualify. But it’s kind of a clunky interface so we’re just going to list them here for you.

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Tax Credit Tax North America Chevrolet 97

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FEBRUARY 17, 2011

In response to federal policies to boost gas mileage, manufacturers have changed vehicle weights, improved tire-rolling resistance and added aerodynamic features to push fuel-economy rates past government-mandated thresholds. mpg) that lead to large changes in tax liability or the amount of a subsidy. mpg and 22.4 mpg US (12.7

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 186

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JUNE 4, 2010

The US Internal Revenue Service certified that the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 ( earlier post ) qualifies for up to a $900 tax credit under the Alternative Motor Vehicle provision. seconds while delivering impressive EPA fuel economy estimates of 17 mpg city and 26 mpg highway—a near 18% improvement over the non-hybrid 750i/Li.

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Tax Credit Tax BMW MPG 186

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OCTOBER 11, 2013

The 2014 ELR has a starting price of $75,995, including a $995 destination charge but excluding tax, title, license and dealer fees. Base price of a 60 kWh Tesla Model S—without Federal tax incentive, but with destination fee—is $71,070.) Official EPA estimates are not yet available. 2014 Cadillac ELR.

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Cadillac Tax Credit Price Sale 353

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JUNE 12, 2017

Honda announced an introductory lease price of $269 a month for 36 months (plus tax) for the 2017 Honda Clarity Electric sedan ( earlier post ), which is coming to select dealerships in California and Oregon August 2017. The lease terms include an attractive allowance of 20,000 miles per year and 24/7 roadside assistance. kWh battery pack.

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2017 Honda Tax Credit Tax 150

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DECEMBER 1, 2016

Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In addition, the EPA gave the all-new minivan a rating of 10 in its Green Vehicle Guide.

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Minivan Chrysler EPA 2017 150

Plug in America

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Clean Vehicle Tax Credits Clean vehicle tax credits kicked into high gear in 2023. New federal EV tax credits were expanded and updated, and credits for used and commercial EVs became available for the first time in January. New Mexico adopted the Advanced Clean Cars II standard (ACC II).

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 14, 2011

Cars with higher gas mileage pay less per mile in gasoline tax. And plug-in cars pay no gas tax at all. With far tougher fuel economy standards looming--34.1 mpg by 2025, assuming final rules are issued by the NHTSA and EPA--the problem is only getting worse. mpg by 2016 and no less than 54.5

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Tax Gas Fuel MPG 89

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APRIL 14, 2015

Depending on an individual’s tax situation, the Spark EV ( earlier post ) is eligible for federal tax credit up to $7,500. California and Maryland Spark EV owners may also qualify for a $2,500 California state rebate or $2,300 Maryland excise tax exemption. A 120V charge cord set comes standard.

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Chevrolet Maryland Tax Credit Price 150

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JANUARY 11, 2017

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) has an operational global warming impact 31% less than that of the previous-generation, gasoline-powered Chrysler minivan, according to an analysis by FCA US engineers using industry-standard software. No minivan has ever been rated higher.

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Minivan Chrysler 2017 Hybrid 150

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JUNE 23, 2017

According to the analysis, under current standards, buyers of model year 2025 vehicles would fully recoup the extra cost for technology in the vehicle in the third year of ownership under a cash-purchase scenario. Consumer benefits would be more than 3 times the costs of the standards. Fuel savings are 2.4

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Light MPG Vehicles Fuel Economy 170

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NOVEMBER 8, 2011

those which do not favor one technology over another through consumer incentives, federal subsidies, testing standards or technology-specific credits. Current fuel economy policy clearly demonstrates this fact. —“The Case for Technology Neutral Public Policy in Fuel Economy Debate”.

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Standards Transportation Fuel Economy MPG 247

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JUNE 21, 2017

It is complemented with the Equinox’s restraint systems and other standard and available safety features to manage energy in the event of a crash and help protect occupants. Fuel economy. diesel model offers a GM-estimated 40 mpg highway fuel efficiency. Tax, title, license, and dealer fees extra. turbo and 2.0L

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2018 MPG Fuel Economy Dealers 170

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Major factors driving this growth include declining battery costs leading to more affordable EVs, expanded charging infrastructure, government incentives and standards, and corporate sustainability initiatives. It also proposed multi-pollutant emissions standards for light-duty and medium-duty vehicles for model years 2027 and later.

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Fleet Industrial Industry Charging 52

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

L/100km) highway cycle fuel economy—the highest highway fuel economy in the luxury car category, according to US Environmental Protection Agency estimates. The A3 TDI offers 140 hp (103 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque; EPA-estimated fuel economy is 30/42 mpg US city/highway. L/100 km (50.0

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MAY 6, 2013

When the all-new 2014 GMC Sierra full-size pickup arrives this summer, its standard 4.3L EcoTec V-6 ( earlier post ) will offer the most torque of any standard V-6 in the segment: 305 lb-ft (413 N·m). EPA fuel economy estimates will be released later. Click to enlarge. versions available later this year.

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Sierra GMC F-150 GM 225

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JULY 14, 2012

Recent US energy regulations proposed or enacted by the US Department of Energy (DOE), the US Department of Transportation (DOT, and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have a negligible effect on reducing greenhouse gases. Kip Viscusi, Vanderbilt University Distinguished Professor, with primary.

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Energy Pollution EPA Fuel 265

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

Among the transportation-related updates going into AEO2011, the EIA increased the limit for blending ethanol into gasoline for approved vehicles from 10% to 15%, as a result of the waiver granted by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in October 2010. Unconventional vehicle sales. Source: EIA. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Ford’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle on the market offers EPA-rated 108 mpg equivalent city, 92 mpge highway and 100 mpge combined;the all-electric range is up to 21 miles. Starting MSRP is $29,995 (after a federal tax credit). Earlier post.). In the right cluster, redesigned imagery of green leaves shows overall driving efficiency.

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Plug-in Plug Ford Hybrid 312

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Part-time power The EPA has rated the RAV4 Prime at 42 miles of all-electric range (AER) and 40 mpg city/36 highway/38 combined. We achieved our fuel economy number by running in electric-only mode in-town, and then running in hybrid mode on the highway. Qi wireless charging is standard on the XSE trim line.

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PHEV Toyota Gasoline-Electric Gasoline 68

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FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Sonata Plug-in Hybrid buyers are currently eligible for a $4,919 federal tax credit. Sonata Hybrid’s Transmission-Mounted Electrical Device (TMED) delivers the same responsive, engaging driving characteristics Sonata owners expect while improving fuel economy through the use of a larger electric motor. Hybrid Powertrain.

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Plug-in Chicago 2018 Hybrid 218

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

The revised battery helps increase the vehicle’s range from an EPA-estimated total range of 83 miles to 125 miles on a single charge. kW on-board charger is now standard on all trims, which enables the battery to be charged in less than six hours at a 240V charging station. Honda is leasing the Clarity for $269 (plus tax) per month.

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Fuel Economy 2017 Economy Range 199

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MAY 15, 2009

First introduced in 1998, the Civic GX is the cleanest internal combustion vehicle certified by the EPA—90% cleaner than the average gasoline-powered car on the road today. As a result, the GX is certified by the EPA as an Inherently Low Emissions Vehicle (ILEV).

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Indiana Honda Gas Production 150

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AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac.

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GM Buick Fuel Economy Economy 262

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

The all-electric driving range for the Mach-E Premium AWD with the Extended Range battery is EPA rated at 290 miles. FordPass Connect is standard, offering a 4G LTE Wi-Fi that can handle mobile devises and allows for over-the-air software updates. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Extended Range Ford Range All-Electric 91

Current EV

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

The RAV4 Hybrid boasts several advantages over the standard RAV4, including a smoother powertrain and better fuel economy. Now, Toyota is introducing a plug-in version of the RAV4, one that’s more powerful, more fuel efficient, and delivers impressive electric range. The car comes standard with AWD.

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Miles PHEV Toyota Range 52

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

seconds: 0-60 mph 207-mile driving range ( EPA measurement) Plus City Edition Dual 150 kW motors producing 402 horsepower and 457 pound-feet of torque AWD 82 kWh battery 124 miles per hour maximum top speed 5.5 EPA measurement) Battery and Charging The VF 8 is charged through a plug-in port offering three charging speeds.

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San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 96

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AUGUST 30, 2009

Automobile manufacturers were given tax breaks to produce cars that ran on hydrous ethanol, and, by 1980, every automobile company in Brazil was following this lead. These were arguably the first flex-fuel vehicles. During the early 1900s, a distillery was a standard piece of farm equipment. As used in this section and Sec.

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Transportation Fuel Renewable Gasoline-Electric 317

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DECEMBER 5, 2013

(MMNA) is reducing the price of the MY 2014 i-MiEV battery electric vehicle by 21% ($6,130) from the previous 2012 vehicle and delivering an expanded standard equipment package with it. After factoring in the Federal tax credit of $7,500, the net MSRP of the 2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV drops down to only $15,495. B”-position.

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i-MiEV Mitsubishi 2014 Standards 261

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MAY 17, 2015

Fuel consumption ( ECE ) 1 (L/100km). Estimated EPA MPGe. >59. 1 Given that US EPA fuel economy figures for the vehicles are not yet available, we are using the ECE fuel consumption figures from Europe as a means to provide a comparison across vehicles, and are providing the estimated EPA figure where available.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Although the EPA has not as of this writing released the final fuel economy numbers for the US A3 e-tron, Filip Brabec, Director, Product Management, Audi of America, said that the figures will be around 83 to 86 MPGe combined (depending on the equipment level), with 35 to 39 mpg gasoline only and 16-17 miles of EV range.

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Audi Plug-in Plug Hybrid 150

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 22, 2021

The photos of the standard models I’ve seen carry a similar aesthetic, which is classic Volkswagen—an upscale touch in a mainstream car. EPA Category. Tax credits/incentives (vary greatly based on location). Inside, the First Edition model I drove had a stark black/white motif going. Since VW’s wants to see the ID.4

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Miles Tax Credit MPH Fleet 52

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MAY 23, 2013

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. A 120V charge cord set comes standard.

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Chevrolet Tax Credit Tax DC 317

The Truth About Cars

APRIL 12, 2023

On Wednesday, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) weighed in on the matter, issuing the first suggested changes for the 2027-2032 model years. They also have to exist in tandem with (Corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards that take into account fleet-wide MPGs for automakers. Let's see if that's the case.

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JUNE 10, 2013

As a result, they suggested, vehicle window stickers, fuel economy standards, and life cycle studies using average lab-test vehicle efficiency estimates are incomplete. The fuel economy and emissions of vehicles depend on the way they are driven, including daily driving distance and driving conditions.

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JUNE 27, 2017

Put another way, the rightsizing approach combines the fuel economy benefits of downsizing with the power of a larger-displacement unit. However, it is also more fuel efficient, picking up 2 mpg on the EPA combined cycle rating—an increase of 9% over the 2017 model. Fuel economy city/hwy/comb.

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2018 Engine SUV MPG 314

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

Nissan introduced the 2016 all-electric LEAF with an available 30 kWh battery that provides an EPA-estimated range of 107 miles (172 km)—a 27% increase over the previous 24 kWH battery. The new battery (with 25% more capacity than the 24 kWh pack) is standard for LEAF SV and LEAF SL models. LEAF SV and SL grades feature a 6.6

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