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Fisker finesses the Inflation Reduction Act tax credit changes with binding sales contract; “Transition Rule”

Green Car Congress

The US Senate has passed the Inflation Reduction Act, with nearly $400 billion in funding over 10 years for climate- and energy-related programs; among the myriad provisions in the 755-page bill are changes to the electric vehicle Federal tax credit of $7,500. The credit will be available at the point of sale.

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Study finds EV buyers want rebates, not tax credits; government could have saved $2B

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A study by a team from the George Washington University finds that not all financial incentives are created equal in the eyes of prospective car buyers, and the current federal incentive—a tax credit—is, in fact, valued the least by car buyers. The current federal electric vehicle tax scheme is a pain.

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EV tax credit shifts to rebate Jan. 1, and not all dealers are ready

Green Car Reports

car dealerships have not registered to begin offering the federal EV tax credit at the point of sale when that option becomes available Jan. More than 7,000 dealerships have registered with the IRS to offer tax credits of up to $7,500 as point-of-sale rebates, the U.S. Treasury Department said Friday.

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Tesla models eligible for IRA tax credits in 2024

Teslarati

As everyone greets the new year, Tesla updated its website according to the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) requirements for the electric vehicle (EV) tax credits. Most of Tesla’s other models—including the Model X—are eligible for the full tax incentives. The Teslarati team would appreciate hearing from you.

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General Motors sidesteps loss of EV tax credit to offer big discounts for customers

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General Motors is sidestepping the loss of the electric vehicle tax credit on its vehicles and will still offer a big $7,500 discount on cars for customers. In December, GM said it would temporarily lose eligibility for the credit on some of its cars. These cars are set to be built after the sourcing change occurs.

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President Biden calls on Congress, States for fuel tax holiday; increase in refinery capacity

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President Biden called on Congress to suspend the federal gas tax for the next 90 days, through the busy summer driving season—18 cents per gallon for gasoline and 24 cents per gallon for diesel. He also called on states to suspend their state gas taxes as well or to find other ways to deliver some relief.

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Inflation Reduction Act mandates escalating battery critical mineral requirements to qualify for EV tax credit

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The Inflation Reduction Act , which the Senate passed last week, revamps the electric vehicle Federal tax credit of $7,500 ( earlier post ). Among the changes are an extension of the tax credit through 2032, the removal of the unit-sales cap of 200,000 per OEM, and a new mandate for qualified cars being assembled in North America.