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Volkswagen Temporarily Cutting Production of European EVs

The Truth About Cars

In truth, Volkswagen’s EVs aren’t doing so well on the global stage. However, examples sold in the United Kingdom are priced closer to $44,000 (likewise converted into USD). It’s easy to claim something is enjoying a massive increase in sales when it’s a novel model starting from a modest production run. Both the ID.3

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The Future of Tech in Mobility

Clean Fleet Report

The introduction of gas-powered engines and automobiles changed the world. Half a century later World War II saw many things, including even more advances in automobiles and transportation. After the War, automobiles became readily accessible. Nearly every family had an automobile. Affordability is an issue.

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Hyundai Offering Free Chargers to EV Buyers, Swelling Industry Incentives

The Truth About Cars

While the ChargePoint device is framed as being free, it does require the purchase of a new automobile through the automaker’s captive finance arm Hyundai Capital America. That makes the $33,550 (before any federal tax credits or state incentives) Kona Electric the most affordable way to take advantage of the deal.

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

Drive Electric

By using these standards, we can better access vehicles manufactured in and for the United Kingdom, a far larger right-hand-drive EV market. Affordable, convenient, safe and sustainable transport choices should be available for all New Zealanders. Less travel and mode shift are essential. International evidence .

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Lamborghini Breaks Historic Sales Record

The Truth About Cars

Lamborghini has broken its own sales record by delivering over 10,000 automobiles in 2023. Sales were primarily driven by the Urus, with 6,087 vehicles delivered, and the Huracán, boasting 3,962 units. Though, despite these being Lamborghini’s most affordable models, both the Huracán and Urus retail well above $200,000.

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Exploring the adoption of EVs in the US, Europe and China; charging scenarios and infrastructure

Green Car Congress

Within the EU, it cites examples from France, Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Denmark. The automobile industry has said that without additional government subsidies they can only sell 600,000 electric cars by 2020 at best. Enthusiasm in some areas has been tempered by slow EV uptake. percent of total car sales.

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COP26 declaration on accelerating the transition to 100% zero emission cars and vans

Green Car Congress

The declaration is not legally binding and is focused on a global level. We will support efforts to achieve the road transport breakthrough announced by world leaders, which aims to make zero emission vehicles the new normal by making them accessible, affordable and sustainable in all regions by 2030. …