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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. —Roberson and Helveston (2022). —John Helveston. Roberson et al.

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Tesla Semi will be incredibly affordable with US’ revamped EV tax credit

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Battery costs are declining quickly, but even Tesla still lists its 300-mile Semi variant with an estimated starting price of $150,000. The bill allocates $369 billion for programs that help fight climate change and preserve the environment, and it also includes a number of revamped EV tax credits.

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How Does the Electric Car Tax Credit Work in 2023?

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One such incentive is the electric car tax credit, designed to help offset the initial cost of EVs for buyers. Section 1: Overview of the Electric Car Tax Credit in 2023 1.1 In 2023, the tax credit remains available for eligible new electric vehicles but has undergone some changes compared to previous years.

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Ansys releases pre-lockdown global survey on vehicle electrification

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US respondents are most likely to buy an EV if the government offers a federal/state tax credit. Most other countries were split as well, with the exception of China and India, where 65% and 77% of respective respondents would still purchase an EV without a tax credit.

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Tesla expects to fully meet Inflation Reduction Act requirements

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During the recent earnings call a TSLA shareholder asked to elaborate on Tesla’s ability to meet the requirements for consumer tax credit eligibility under the Inflation Reduction Act. EV tax credits for Tesla and other capped-out automakers revived thanks to Senate deal. “Yes. That seems logical.

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Kia goes full throttle on EVs despite demand concerns

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Kia expects to sell 761,000 pure battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) this year. Kia ultimately aims to boost its global EV sales to 4 million by 2027 and 4.3 million by 2030. The company expects BEV and HEV sales to account for 24% of total sales. Hyundai’s US EV sales jumped 62% year-over-year.

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SK Innovation Q2 profit tops forecast, battery unit eyes EV demand recovery – ET Auto

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SK Innovation Co Ltd said on Monday its SK On battery-making unit is on target to breakeven in the second half of this year after it posted a forecast-beating operating profit in the first quarter, sending its shares up over 6.0%. billion won in the previous quarter due to fewer EV battery shipments. rise as of 0336 GMT.

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