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Tesla’s move to Texas labeled ‘betrayal’ of California, a way to escape paying taxes

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Upon moving from Silicon Valley to Austin, Texas, critics and fans of Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk have mixed opinions about the move. However, without darkness, there would not be light, and there are plenty of people who are widely skeptical of Tesla’s recent decision to move its Headquarters to Austin from Fremont.

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Texas now offering $2,500 EV rebate for Tesla’s Model 3, Y and S units

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The state of Texas is now offering rebates on select electric vehicle (EV) purchases including some Tesla models, as made available through a limited-time grant program. The state is accepting applications for grant rebates until March 22, 2024, according to its website, though only 2,000 grants will be awarded.

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Tesla Model 3 price cuts puts new car cheaper than some used Model 3s

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The recent price cuts enable buyers to purchase a base Model 3 for $43,990, and with the EV tax credit, that price is further reduced. For those living in certain states or cities, the prices can be even further reduced with grants or EV incentives, as seen in the tweet by Ash Martian below. due to the recent price cuts.

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Tesla opts for U.S. battery production, German battery plans take a backseat

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The company has prioritized further production steps in the USA because tax incentives make business conditions more favorable there.” billion in grants from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that aims to help manufacturing and processing companies. Additionally, the automaker announced a $3.6

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$1.3B methanol plant slated for South Louisiana

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Austin, Texas-based Zero Emission Energy Plant Ltd. To secure the project, the state will offer an incentives package that includes a $5 million performance-based grant for infrastructure costs, and services of Louisiana’s workforce development program, LED FastStart. James Parish. ZEEP) and New Zealand-based Todd Corp.

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U.S. Passes Landmark Law to Fund Semiconductor Manufacturing

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The CHIPS and Science Act , provides about $52 billion over 5 years to grow semiconductor manufacturing and authorizes a 25 percent tax credit for new or expanded facilities that make semiconductors or chipmaking equipment. Twenty-five percent [tax credit] means we’re in it to win.” —Ian Ian Steff, former U.S.

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Car Charging Group, Inc. Partners With Icon Parking to Offer EV Charging Stations in Manhattan

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Through the aid of government tax incentives, subsidies, loan guarantees and grants, Car Charging provides EV charging stations at no charge to property owners/managers while retaining ownership, thus allowing drivers access to convenient locations and partners to realize a percentage of the charging revenue generated.