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Survey: Dealers think Biden is moving too fast on EVs

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Dealers think the Biden administration’s EV policies are forcing the auto industry to move ahead of market demand, according to a new Automotive News survey. The publication’s 2024 Dealer Outlook Survey compiled responses from 208 U.S. car dealers and dealership managers. billion on EV infrastructure.

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Mercedes-Benz EQ models have been slow to sell, dealers report

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However, a new report shows that dealers have had difficulty keeping up with inventory levels for the automaker’s EQ lineup, with sales times for the EVs exceeding the luxury segment average. ” Psillakis also said that Mercedes didn’t have any supply of the affordable EQB at the beginning of the year. CEO of Mercedes-Benz U.S.,

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Is Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 the ultimate EV? Fast charging, long-range, and affordable price

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According to a new report, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is the only EV on the market offering fast charging in under 20 minutes, over 350 miles range, and at an affordable starting price. Perhaps, more importantly, you can charge Hyundai’s electric sedan (10% to 80%) in as little as 18 minutes with 800V DC fast charging.

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Medium-duty Mack MD Electric now available for order

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Customers interested in ordering the Mack MD Electric should contact their local Mack dealer. The MD Electric can be charged through AC or DC charging units. HVIP can help accelerate the commercialization of zero-emission trucks by offering point-of-sale vouchers to increase the affordability of advanced technologies.

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Powering Up Dealerships: Why Many Dealers Need More Power for EV Charging

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Automotive dealerships that sell electric vehicles (EVs) have a unique problem; most of them lack sufficient electrical power to charge many vehicles at once. A Minnesotan story: How EV charging led to a new transformer In a recent episode of Inside Automotive on CBT News , Blink customer Audi Minneapolis faced a new problem.

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Hyundai Motor, including Kia top Ford and GM in US EV market with affordable EVs

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Hyundai Motor Group, including Kia, is using affordability to gain market share in the US. Hyundai, Kia top Ford, GM in EV sales with affordability After the IONIQ 5 was the sixth best-selling EV in the US last year with nearly 34,000 units sold, Hyundai (and Kia) are starting the year strong in the US. 361 $43,656 SEL RWD 77.4

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Hyundai announces Evolve+ EV subscription program

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This new service provides flexibility and affordability to the consumer who wants to drive Hyundai’s newest electric vehicles without committing to a purchase or longer-term lease. Mileage overage charges can be significant. Consumers can find available dealers within the app. an extra $100.

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