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Researchers call for major change in US policies supporting plug-ins; failure of “mainstream consumer bias”

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Vehicle tax credits or rebates. These large investments presuppose that a dense, elaborate network of charging stations is required to meet the needs of mainstream PEV driver—and may be based on experience with other alternative fuel vehicles. —Green et al. —Green et al.

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Survey Finds US Hybrids and Diesels Beat Gasoline Models on Full Cost of Ownership

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Clean diesels are generally priced at a lower premium and still offer significant fuel economy. Most alternative-fuel vehicles have a retained value four to five percent better than traditional vehicles, though some hybrids and clean diesels, such at the Prius and Jetta TDI, are dramatically higher. Tax credits matter.

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EIA AEO2015 projects elimination of net US energy imports in 2020-2030 timeframe; transportation energy consumption drops

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Fuel economy standards and changing driver behavior keep motor gasoline consumption below recent levels through 2040 in the Reference case. quadrillion Btu—as a result of increases in demand for personal travel and movement of goods that outstripped gains in fuel efficiency. quadrillion Btu (13.8 million bbl/d) in 2013 to 26.4

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Flash Drive: 2024 Acura ZDX Type S

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A-Spec RWD $65,850 A-Spec AWD $69,850 Type S AWD $74,850 Type S AWD $75,850* (*With the Performance Wheel and Tire Package) The ZDX is built in Spring Hill, Tennessee, meaning it will qualify for federal and state tax credits. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Honda Begins Production of Civic GX Natural Gas Vehicles at Indiana Plant

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It is the only natural gas powered passenger car available for sale in all 50 states, and is eligible for a $4,000 federal tax credit as a qualified alternative fuel vehicle. 1—to maximize performance from natural gas fuel. As a result, the GX is certified by the EPA as an Inherently Low Emissions Vehicle (ILEV).

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Road Test: 2021 Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium

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Eco is the default setting where you want to be for the best fuel economy in the hybrid system, and the EV mode is good for up to 26 all-electric miles. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. LXS $30,765.

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Road Test: 2022 Polestar 2 Single Motor EV

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Federal and state tax credits could reduce the price you pay. If you qualify for the full $7,500 federal tax credit, the price could be $39,700 for the base model with front-wheel drive and the single motor. Even less if your state also offers a tax credit.

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