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T&E study finds plug-in hybrids show higher CO2 emissions than claimed

Green Car Congress

T&E said governments should therefore end the purchase subsidies and tax breaks for plug-in hybrids. When driven in battery-charging mode, which could become more common as motorists charge up ahead of using electric mode in low-emissions zones, the PHEVs emitted three to 12 times more.

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Elon Musk Explains the Need for a “Carbon Tax”

CleanTechnica EVs

With solar, battery storage, and electric cars, Tesla is poised to reshape the global energy paradigm. Originally posted on EVANNEX. Elon Musk is working hard on a 360-degree clean energy strategy at Tesla. However, Tesla’s products can only go so far.

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Electric company car tax explained

Drive Electric

April 2020 was a watershed moment for electric vehicles (EVs) as company cars. The UK government slashed electric company car tax, instantly making EVs much more attractive for businesses and employees. What is company car tax? Getting a company car is a real perk for employees.

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Why Solar Electric Car Chargers are the Future? 5 Key Reasons

Setec Powerr

Solar electric car chargers, like the solutions offered by SETEC POWER, present an intriguing perspective on this issue. Eco-friendly: Reducing Carbon Footprint Solar electric car chargers utilize solar energy, a pure renewable source.

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Electrification of Company Cars & Tax Reform Needed in France

CleanTechnica EVs

How to reduce CO2 emissions from commercial fleets through taxation.

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Driving Dystopia: Pickup Sales Are Probably Going to Decline in the UK

The Truth About Cars

A British friend of mine recently asked my opinion on several vehicle models, saying he was browsing company cars. What I assumed would be a quick chat quickly devolved into my being educated on British tax codes, especially the benefit-in-kind (BIK) taxes applied to any items of value provided to employees.

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ITF analysis finds that societal costs for electric cars and vans range from €7K to €12K more than fossil-fueled equivalents

Green Car Congress

The analysis, “Electric Cars: Ready for prime time?”, finds that the societal costs for electric cars and vans range from €7k to €12k (US$8,889 to $15,238) more than fossil-fueled equivalents. The current generation of electric cars represents a significant improvement over previous ones.