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California state fleet reduces petroleum consumption 13% compared to 2003

Green Car Congress

Key to this reduction has been the development and implementation of a plan that has improved the State fleet’s overall use of alternative fuels, the reduction of unneeded fleet vehicles, and reducing unnecessary vehicle miles traveled. This affords the State a better opportunity to manage fuel consumption and control costs.

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Progress! IRA signed into law

Electric Auto Association

EV provisions The legislation creates a new and used EV tax credit, extending the tax credit on some new EVs to 2032 while shifting tax incentives to more affordable models that are manufactured in North America. or $150,000 for individuals filing jointly, for the year of the purchase or prior year.

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5 Best Electric Car Insurance Tips for Millennials

Clean Fleet Report

It will also be an effective strategy to have more affordable premiums for your life insurance. Hence, because of the lower risks, the insurance can end up being more affordable. Do not hesitate to negotiate for a more affordable premium. The likelihood of filing a claim is minimal, so the insurer might grant you a discount.

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Obama climate plan calls for new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018; cleaner fuels and investment in advanced fossil energy

Green Car Congress

The plan as outlined also calls for further work on advanced biofuels, advanced batteries and fuel cell technologies in every transportation mode. In coming months, the plan notes, the Department of Transportation will work with other agencies to further explore strategies for integrating alternative fuel vessels into the US flag fleet.

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A Guide to Massachusetts EV Rebate Programs

EV Connect

These two programs promise to lower prices for many EV buyers, make it more affordable for businesses to convert their fleets to electric cars and expand the nation’s EV charging infrastructure. For more ways to make an EV purchase affordable, you can look to tax credits, grants and rebate programs in your state.

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First ever electric semi truck rides into Mexico with SDG&E

Baua Electric

Bali Express purchased 11 Peterbilt 579EV Class 8 trucks in September; by Bali Express. Bali Express’ electric trucks will utilize SDG&E’s recently activated HD charging infrastructure to provide “reliable and affordable” electric freight options for medium and heavy-duty EVs crossing the US/Mexico border.

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Report from the REFF-Wall Street; Themes in Renewable Energy Finance

Green Car Congress

The stimulus package is designed to address the recession and in the short term people were anxiously awaiting two key components of the plan: clarification on the details behind “ grants in lieu of tax credits ” and awards of loan guarantees by the DOE from section 1705. Grant Davis is a Managing Director at New York Life Investments.

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