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ACEA study finds cost still strong deterrent for EV uptake across Europe; calls for “realistic” targets recognizing affordability

Green Car Congress

A new study by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) finds that the affordability of electric cars remains a strong deterrent for customers across the EU, along with lack of infrastructure and lack of investment in infrastructure. —Erik Jonnaert, ACEA Secretary General. of total EU car sales in 2017.

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2022 Tesla Model 3, Lucid Air, Model Y lead DOE’s highest MPGe list

Teslarati

The Model 3 RWD’s MPGe rating is certainly impressive as it is also Tesla’s most affordable car available today. . As noted by the DOE, the vehicles in its recent list only include all-electric cars , not hybrids and plug-in hybrids. As per the DOE’s data, the Lucid Air achieved 131 MPGe.

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Efficient Drivetrains, Shannxi Automotive reveal PHEV Class 8 cement mixer truck

Green Car Congress

In partnership with Shannxi Automotive, the world’s tenth largest medium- and heavy-duty truck manufacturer, EDI is introducing a plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) cement mixer truck. The demonstration vehicle also utilizes a low-cost drivetrain system, which makes electrification of construction vehicles an affordable option for OEMs in China.

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Ford and Microsoft Partnering on EV Smart Charging

Green Car Congress

For the vehicle application, Hohm will help owners determine when and how to most efficiently and affordably recharge battery electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. Microsoft Hohm is available today for free to all US residential energy consumers.

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Nissan Leaf – Taking Reservations

Revenge of the Electric Car

The Leaf is just the first of several all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles about to come on the market. The only all-electric “highway-capable&# vehicle available today is the $109,000 Tesla Roadster. Americans who have been waiting for an affordable, all-electric car won’t have to wait much longer.

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P G & E Plugs Drive

Plug In Partners

P G & E plugs campaign for hybrid electric cars Joshua Sabatini The Examiner Sep 5, 2006 SAN FRANCISCO - Pacific Gas and Electric Co. Today’s hybrid cars, such as the Toyota Prius, use electricity generated by gasoline-fueled engines. The technology is available today. Become a Partner today. wants its 5.1

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Electric Car Buyer’s Guide: 7 Steps to Find The Best EV for Your Life

EV Life

First, start by narrowing the criteria for your EV search from the nearly 50 electric cars and plug-in hybrids on the market. You may be surprised by the number of sedans, SUV/crossovers, and hatchbacks available. For example, I grew up in a “Toyota family” and Toyota only has one electric vehicle available today: The Prius Prime.