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Georgia Advocates Ask Legislature To Keep Electric-Car Tax Benefit

Green Car Reports

Today, Georgia is among the best places in the country to buy an electric vehicle. Its electric-vehicle tax credit of $5,000 is among the highest offered by any state, and makes buying a battery-electric vehicle much more affordable.

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Ford reportedly eliminates lease-to-buy option on electric vehicles

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“Ford Motor Company is committed to making Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) more sustainable and affordable for our customers by localizing the complex battery supply chain network, creating recycling options for end-of-life vehicles, and increasing U.S. Ford confirmed to CarsDirect that its communication was legitimate.

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Rivian Q1 income to mirror manufacturing facility downtime

Baua Electric

.” The automaker could also be operating on its nearest car platform, referred to as R2, which is being designed for extra affordable fashions. Rivian is construction a plant in Georgia to create R2 automobiles settingup in 2026. The corporate’s maximum affordable car recently is the bottom R1T at $74,800 with delivery.

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Hyundai introduces trade-in program in Korea to encourage transition from ICE cars to EVs

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Hyundai launched a new trade-in program in Korea that allows you to buy EVs like you would an iPhone. Meanwhile, Hyundai’s upgraded Kona Electric is rolling out as one of the most affordable EVs on the market. Hyundai compares it to buying a smartphone, where a trade-in helps lower the cost of a new purchase.

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Market Update: How Battery Pack Costs Declined Since 2008

Blink Charging

Electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and grid energy storage all rely on efficient and affordable energy storage solutions, primarily lithium-ion batteries. Expanding Battery Manufacturing Capacity in North America In North America, the United States is the leading market for lithium-ion batteries.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

Green Car Congress

Georgia Power. Southern Company: Georgia Power. The Office of Federal Sustainability is inviting State, county and municipal government fleets to join forces with Federal agencies to maximize their collective buying power, and aggregate their EV and charging infrastructure purchases. Dayton Power & Light Company. Duke Energy.

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Ford to invest $1.8B in R&D in China

Green Car Congress

As it implements more driver-assistance technologies, Ford is working on the global development of fully autonomous vehicles, with the ultimate goal of creating an accessible and affordable solution for consumers in China and around the world. Smart Mobility.

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