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Ford wants more dealers involved in EV sales

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Ford wants more dealers involved in its electric vehicle (EV) sales, so it’s lowering the barrier of entry. “What we’re finding is more dealers want to be involved in it, and we don’t want to be exclusive to just a handful. Based on Drake’s interview, Ford wants to expand its EV sales to more dealers.

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Chevy Blazer EV goes on sale again with lower price tag

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In December, Chevy issued a stop-sale order on the Blazer EV , due to software issues relating to the vehicle’s infotainment system and DC fast-charging capabilities. Chevy announced on Friday that it’s now resuming Blazer EV sales, re-launching the vehicle’s three configurations with lower price tags starting at $50,195.

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EV tax credit goes point-of-sale, utility-meter home charging, Florida infrastructure: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Florida bulks up on EV charging infrastructure. And a re-upped EV tax credit could give an immediate boost to GM and Tesla. Siemens aims to manufacture a workaround for EV-charger home electrical-panel upgrades. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The EV tax credit expansion is back, and it’s once again a possibility.

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US plug-in hybrid sales hit a record high in 2023

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Plug-in hybrids reached record sales in 2023, with more than 250,000 vehicles sold, or about 20% of total plug-in vehicle sales, according to the Department of Energy. Last year saw strong sales for EVs as well, which surpassed one million units for the first time. of total light-duty vehicle sales in the U.S.,

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Porsche Macan electric, Fiat Chrysler hybrids, lamppost charging: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Charging connectors make sense on lampposts, as shown in a UK project. Hybrids make up a larger percentage of Fiat Chrysler sales, and yet it has the lowest average mpg. And Porsche re-ups its intent to electrify its top-selling model. This and more, today at Green Car Reports.

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Hyundai commits to fulfilling electrification strategy despite hybrid appeal

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It is getting to the point where consumers are more prone to hybrid powertrains because they worry about the dependability, growth, and availability of the EV charging infrastructure. They’re even revising investment strategies and pulling back EV efforts in favor of hybrids. Hyundai is one of these companies.

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Ford cutting F-150 Lightning production workforce by two-thirds

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The Michigan Assembly plant is getting a third shift as Ford continues to lean on gas vehicle sales to bolster its finances. Right now, we’re looking at 55,000 units they’re gonna build. You can also reach me on Twitter @KlenderJoey , or if you have news tips, you can email us at tips@teslarati.com.

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