EV Adoption
JULY 4, 2022
As sales of electric vehicles begin to reach significant numbers across the US, states are exploring approaches to replace lost tax revenue since EV drivers don’t pay fuel taxes as drivers of gas-powered cars do at gas stations. Unfortunately there is currently no simple and agreed upon best replacement for the fuel tax.
Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 20, 2009
As part of a comprehensive reform plan to simplify the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ transportation system, Governor Deval Patrick is proposing a fuel tax increase of $0.19 The increased fuel tax is intended to be in lieu of an increase in tolls. per gallon—a 81% increase of the current $0.235 per gallon.
Green Car Congress
APRIL 23, 2009
It also discusses fuel taxes and prices, which affect both travel and vehicle choices. Policies to promote these options include travel planning, fuel and road price increases, dedicated infrastructure or prioritization for non-motorized modes, and training and education campaigns.
Green Car Congress
APRIL 2, 2010
Comparison of 2015-2020 new vehicle potential fuel-saving technologies for seven vehicle types: tractor trailer (TT), Class 3-6 box (box), Class 3-6 bucket (bucket), Class 8 refuse (refuse), transit bus (bus), motor coach (coach), and Class 2b pickups and vans (2b). Source: TIAX. Click to enlarge. per gallon. per gallon or higher.
Green Cars News
APRIL 22, 2009
However, many would have preferred to see more positive measures introduced to assist with the promotion of green cars and alternative fuels rather than hitting consumers in the pocket during tough economic times. There are encouraging signs for people struggling to buy new cars too.
Green Car Congress
MARCH 9, 2012
General Motors earlier this week sent a letter to Washington Gov. Proponents of the surtax argue the fee is needed to offset losses in state gas tax revenues since EV owners don’t need to buy gas. The proposal currently excludes vehicles such as the Chevrolet Volt, which can run part of the time on gasoline.
EV Adoption
MARCH 9, 2021
GM is close to building a second EV battery factory in the US, report says – General Motors is considering building a second battery factory in the United States, The Wall Street Journal reports , in order to ramp up its production of electric vehicles. – March 8, via Green Car Reports. Batteries and Charging. Bloomberg reported.
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