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2020 Audi A8 TFSI e plug-in hybrid carries starting price of $94,000

Green Car Congress

Audi anticipates that customers purchasing the 2020 Audi A8 TFSI e will be eligible for a federal tax credit of up to $6,795. The Audi virtual cockpit is also updated to display battery data and range statistics. Additional state incentives may also be available. The A8 TFSI e is powered by a 3.0-liter,

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J.D. Power: First-time owners find switching to EVs highly satisfactory

Green Car Congress

First-time owners who have made the switch to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are discovering that it is a positive experience. We know from our research that many consumers have concerns during the purchase consideration process with aspects like battery range and vehicle charging.

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Buying an EV amid high demand and supply chain issues

Plug in America

Across the nation, there are more than 20,000 EVs available for purchase. There are many factors to consider, such as battery health, usable range, and charging options. While EV batteries are known to last the life of the vehicle, a used EV may have less range than when it was new.

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The US Needs 20 Times More EV Charging Stations by 2030… Or Else

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According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics , electric vehicle sales, including plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) and battery electric vehicles (BEV), increased from just over 17,000 in 2011 to 632,883 in 2021. million public chargers, the less ready drivers will be to purchase an EV. In fact, BEVs accounted for 3.2%

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ICCT study finds state EV incentives playing a significant role in driving sales

Green Car Congress

A statistical regression revealed that the total monetary benefit to consumers from state incentives significantly positively correlates with BEV sales when all 50 states and the District of Columbia are included. Consumer benefit and new vehicle share for US states with largest total battery electric and plug-in hybrid electric incentives.

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The Global Outlook of Electric Vehicles

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Perhaps nothing illustrates the rise of electric vehicles over the past decade more than this statistic: In 2012, the total number of electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the entire world was 120,000. However, there are still challenges ahead, most notably with procuring the raw materials needed for battery production.

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Top Factors Affecting EV Adoption

EV Connect

But as better battery algorithms and new cooling technologies enter the market, expect charging times to come down (and “range anxiety” levels among drivers to drop accordingly). Cost (and Cost Comparison) A recent study showed 67% of would-be purchasers claim cost is a primary concern.

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