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UK Electric Car number cross 500,000 mark

EV Info

More than half a million battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are on UK roads, statistics have revealed. BEV are the industry name for Electric cars. The industry calls this a ‘significant milestone’. The cost-of-living crisis is also leading many people to “hang on to their existing car for a bit longer”, he added.

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Opinion: Politicians Are Lying About Biden's EPA Rule

The Truth About Cars

Perhaps the cost of compliance will drive the cost of cars up. Not just on this issue -- think about how "tough on crime" politicians on both sides of the aisle often sway fearful voters even when statistics show crime in their area is low. There are fair arguments to be made against the rule.

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Consumer Federation analysis of polling data and tech pricing finds consumer demands aligned with proposed MY 2017-2025 CAFE and GHG regulations for light-duty vehicles

Green Car Congress

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposed CAFE standards are projected to require, on an average industry fleet-wide basis for cars and trucks combined, 40.1 CFA then compared this cost data to the savings consumers have enjoyed on gasoline costs due to increased fuel economy.

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LIVE BLOG: Tesla Q4 and Full Year 2022 earnings call

Teslarati

Through Tesla Insurance, Tesla has adjusted the design of the car and its software to minimize the cost of repair, the CEO noted. “We would not have released FSD Beta if these statistics were not accurate,” Musk said. Volume production is important and it will start in 2024. 16:35 CT – Here are Elon’s remarks.

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This Volvo and Harris Poll Study investigates the state of EVs in America

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We encourage you to use these statistics freely, properly sourcing Volvo Car USA/The Harris Poll. We encourage you to use these statistics freely, properly sourcing Volvo Car USA/The Harris Poll. That said, misperceptions regarding the cost of EVs are common. Volvo & Electrification ELECTRIFICATION COMMITMENT.

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Survey: Local governments see EV charging as costly, lower-priority

Baua Electric

More local governments across Michigan see EV charging as a relevant issue, but the number is still fairly low, according to a new University of Michigan survey , and those interested in EV charging see cost as a barrier. Just over a quarter said EV charging isn’t relevant in their jurisdictions, compared to 40% in 2019.

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Has the cash for clunkers scheme failed? The Green Piece

Green Cars News

With payments of up to $4,500 for motorists willing to swap their ageing gas guzzling vehicles for more fuel efficient ones, it seemed like a ‘can’t lose’ scheme with consumers getting cheaper cars, the automotive industry enjoying more sales and the environment boosted by a reduction in harmful emissions.