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Battery cost makes affordable Toyota EV unlikely, exec says

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Some automakers are launching small, affordable EVs for the European market, but Toyota currently has no plans to follow them, Andrea Carlucci, the automaker’s European development boss, said. It told Green Car Reports in 2021 that it aimed to make affordability, not range , the focus of its EV plans. But it’s only U.S.-market

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How to avoid hidden costs of fleet electrification (Webinar) – Charged EVs

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The post How to avoid hidden costs of fleet electrification (Webinar) – Charged EVs appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News. Reserve your spot—it’s free! See the full session list for the June Virtual Conference here. Broadcast live on June 10-12, 2024. Register to reserve your spot to watch it live or on-demand.

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Tesla maintenance and repair costs are lowest in the auto industry: data

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Tesla’s 10-year maintenance and repair costs are the most affordable in the automotive industry, as shown in a new data analysis publicized last week. The total 10-year cost of maintaining and repairing a Tesla is the cheapest in the industry, according to a data analysis shared by Consumer Reports on Friday.

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Tesla $7,500 credit up front, Toyota affordable EVs, Ram electric vans: Today’s Car News

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Toyota pushes back about the viability of affordable EVs. Toyota is the latest automaker to dismiss the viability of an affordable EV —in this case, specific to the European market. Ram introduces a lineup of electric vans. And Tesla buyers can now get the $7,500 EV tax credit up front—if they qualify.

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CATL and BYD target 50% battery price cut this year to make EVs affordable – ET Auto

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As a result, the cost of a 60 kWh battery, currently priced at USD 6,776, is projected to decrease to USD 3,388 within a year, saving EV manufacturers over USD 3,000 per vehicle. fast charging capabilities at an average cost of 0.4 per Wh, equivalent to USD 56.47 RMB per Wh, significantly lower than previous prices.

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Here’s how California seeks to cut the cost of home EV charging

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Spikes in electricity rates can raise the cost of charging an EV at home, but California has a solution. per month, while those enrolled in the Family Electric Rate Assistance program, those living in affordable housing, and those with incomes at or below 80% of area median income would pay approximately $12.00 monthly fee.

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Hyundai Ioniq 6 deal, affordable Honda and Toyota EVs, Civic and Elantra hybrids: The Week in Reverse

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Two automakers this past week, both known for affordable gasoline cars, dashed hopes of seeing more affordable EVs anytime soon. Toyota also dismisses the viability of an affordable EV —in this case, specific to the European market.