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J.D. Power study: EV consideration in US increasing, but slowly; availability of public chargers a friction point

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This year’s study reveals that 26% of shoppers say they are “very likely” to consider purchasing an EV, up from 24% a year ago, while the percentage of shoppers who say they are “overall likely” to purchase an EV increases to 61% from 59% in 2022. Electric Vehicle Consideration (EVC) Study.

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Should You Use a Personal Loan to Buy Your Next Car?

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Should You Use a Personal Loan to Buy Your Next Car? If yes, remember that you have various already-available options, like a personal loan, which is one of the most popular ways of financing a new car purchase. However, it’s important to consider the advantages and disadvantages of using a personal loan to buy a car.

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IVECO BUS wins a tender for 120 electric buses in Italy

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Available both in standard and articulated versions (9.5, Its BRT version offers maximum personalization. The purchase has been partially financed with contributions from the NRRP (National Recovery and Resilience Plan), the Complementary Funds and the NSPSM (National Strategic Plan for Sustainable Mobility).

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Strategy Analytics report finds ridesharing may not negatively impact future vehicle purchases

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A new report from the Automotive Connected Mobility (ACM) service at Strategy Analytics has found that ridesharing usage may not negatively impact the future vehicle purchase intention of current vehicle owners. Ridesharing fills a niche that is convenient but will not supplant their personal vehicle. —Kevin Nolan, VP UXIP.

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Comment on Nio allows Chinese owners of cars purchased on its BaaS model to buy out battery by Kuba

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I live in China and know personally 4 Nio owners, I've driven every Nio available. @DORAMAS In reply to DORAMAS. Don't get me wrong these are fine cars, but bad for our pockets ( same as all EVs ). Let's assume you're right and battery is ok for even 10 years, that is still 70000rmb you will have to pay for new one.

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Mercedes pay+ turns the car into a payment device; Visa technology

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The first Mercedes-Benz models available with fingerprint sensors are the EQS and EQE series, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and C-Class, and the new GLC. This is of interest, for example, to the second or third owners of a vehicle as it gives them the opportunity to adapt pre-owned vehicles to personal needs and desires.

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Personal: One in a Million

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Part of how California got to its million-EV position is by offering substantial rebates to purchasers of new EVs. Buyers could still receive federal tax credits and local incentives if available. The post Personal: One in a Million first appeared on Clean Fleet Report. The Role of Rebates. Story & photos by Michael Coates.