EV Adoption

MARCH 3, 2021

This past week was certainly quite a whirlwind of EV news and developments from Volvo’s plans to end production of ICE vehicles by 2030, yet another proposal to reform the federal EV tax credit, chip shortages, Washington state’s plans to ban ICE vehicles by 2030, Lucid Air delay, Fisker to partner with Foxconn, and much, much more.

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Volvo All-Electric Tax Credit Fisker 95

Green Car Congress

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. seconds).

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Audi Plug-in Plug Hybrid 150

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

How about more than 520 miles? Or how about 32 miles on no gasoline at all as you chauffeur around the kids and do in-town errands? The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. When combining gasoline and electricity that number jumps to 84 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).

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Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 81

Charged EVs

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Where it falls down is its EPA-rated range: a mere 208 miles. We logged energy consumption at 41 kWh per 100 miles. That wouldn’t provide even 200 miles of range. Those are Los Angeles, New York City and the San Francisco Bay Area. The low-profile, low-rolling-resistance tires were also noisy on coarse pavement.

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Recharge Volvo New York City Gasoline-Electric 75

Plugs and Cars

JULY 1, 2009

But once again we’ve got a 100+ mile range EV that could compete in the market. I drove the car from LA to San Francisco recently. Pioneers’ inquiries about the applicability of the federal $7500 tax credit continue to be stonewalled. It’s fun and peppy, a sweet ride. Only BMW knows and they’re not saying.

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Mini E BMW Tax Credit Tax 100

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Oh, and could you get used to 32 miles of all-electric driving and 30+ mph when in hybrid mode? The plug means the 2021 Pacifica has a 32-mile all-electric driving range, which for most people is far more than they will drive in their daily routine. The battery recharge and electric mile range are metered instantly by dash gauges.

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Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 94

Cars That Think

MARCH 12, 2023

That range is a testament to Lucid’s obsessive pursuit of efficiency: The Air uses the same 2170-format cylindrical cells (supplied by Samsung SDI) as many EVs, but ekes out more miles via superior battery management, compact-yet-muscular power units and slippery aerodynamics. kilometers from each onboard kilowatt hour.

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Batteries Battery Supplies GM 96

Plug In Partners

SEPTEMBER 14, 2006

Philanthropy Google’s Way: Not the Usual By KATIE HAFNER New York Times Published: September 14, 2006 SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. H ere is a big development for PHEVs. The goal of the project is to reduce dependence on oil while alleviating the effects of global warming.

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Google Plug-in Plug San Francisco 100

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 18, 2024

The exterior, interior comfort, driver safety systems and the ability to go up-to 400 miles on a tank of hydrogen has made a huge difference from the first generation Mirai. Silent Running: Hitting the Open Road Clean Fleet Report drove the 2024 Mirai Limited 242 miles through Southern California.

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Toyota Hydrogen Lexus California 65

EV Adoption

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

For electric vehicles, the BBBA includes multiple proposed changes to IRC 30D, more commonly knows as the federal EV tax credit. Perhaps the mostly likely is the requirement for EVs to be assembled in the US in a union factory to qualify for an additional $4,500 tax credit. Tax Credit Becomes Refundable.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Why pay $40K for a GM volt… which will look nothing more than a Malibu anyway and only get 40 miles before the gasoline engine kicks in. For $50k you can get a Tesla sedan which will get hundreds of miles strictly on electric. April 17, 2009 2:00 pm Link Re: “…then go another 200 miles, great for long trips i’m sure.&#

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Volt Green Electric Cars 2009 42

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Price tag: about $25,000, made from 95% recyclable materials with a top speed of 65 miles per hour and range of 110 miles per charge. Tax credit incentives are also available to consumers in the U.S. They are also useless if you ever need to drive over 100 to 200 miles in one trip. market b y the end of 2009.

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Manufacturer Electric Cars Cars i-MiEV 34

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Governor Kulongoski is currently pushing a plan before the state legislature to cut some hefty tax breaks for electric vehicle manufacturers who choose to come to Oregon, as well as provide huge tax credits to purchasers of electric cars. “My Not good for large EV’s but great for light ones. — jerryd 7.

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