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CapGemini: 87% of global consumers prefer personal vehicle to ensure safe travel, up from 57% in April 2020

Green Car Congress

This reflects a continuous shift in consumer preference towards personal mobility, fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, as car ownership today is seen as a safeguard against the risk and spread of infection. Meanwhile, 78% of consumers will opt for using their personal vehicles over taking public transport.

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J.D. Power: EV consideration in US is up but skepticism still exists

Green Car Congress

Auto shoppers in America are more likely than ever before to consider buying a fully electric vehicle (EV), and new EV entries are responsible for much of the added consideration. Power 2022 U.S. Only 11% of study respondents who had no personal experience at all with EVs say they are “very likely” to consider an EV.

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In April, Tesla prices were higher month-over-month but lower year-over-year

Baua Electric

Photo: Tesla Tesla posted larger-than-average ATP (average transaction price) increases month-over-month in April, but its prices were lower year-over-year, reports Kelley Blue Book. Tesla prices have been a key driver of volatile price dynamics in both the luxury and EV markets because it’s the highest-volume seller in both segments.

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Check out the ‘world’s first’ DC-to-DC solar-powered EV charger

Baua Electric

Photo: Enteligent California-based Enteligent is accepting pre-orders for what it claims is the world’s first DC-to-DC solar-powered EV charger. kW of DC charging – twice as fast as many AC EV chargers – and it allows at-home, at-work, and at-store charging powered directly by existing solar panels. Pre-orders can be placed here.

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This new Texas power company’s electricity comes with a home battery

Baua Electric

Image: Base Power Base Power just became the only licensed electricity provider in Texas to offer customers an all-in-one monthly energy service, home battery, and installation, and solar isn’t required. The upfront cost is a one-time fee of $2,000 to cover installation, and Base offers fixed monthly pricing for electricity.

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Teslas are worth longer term auto loans, study finds

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Car buyers who ultimately end up purchasing Tesla electric vehicles end up having the longest average auto term loans, a new study from LendingTree says. LendingTree surveyed over 29,000 auto loans spanning over three years to conclude that Tesla drivers are applying and receiving the longest term loans. months, Kia at 64.8

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EGEB: The world’s most powerful wind turbine passes the typhoon test

Electrek

United Auto Workers union says only US-made EVs should get tax incentives. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. Tesla now offers price matching, so it’s important to shop for the best quotes.

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