The Truth About Cars

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Even with government tax credits and other incentives, electric models are out of reach for many buyers, and the seemingly constant pricing fluctuations aren’t helping. Frustratingly, the SUV hasn’t even hit dealers’ lots yet, and Chevy’s already cut the originally planned base trim, raising the starting price by more than 10 percent.

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Baua Electric

MAY 23, 2024

Click here to find a local dealer that may have the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB-Class in stock. That’s a hefty interest rate cut from the previous 6.49%, effectively lowering the cost of a Model Y purchase by $8,000. That’s a hefty interest rate cut from the previous 6.49%, effectively lowering the cost of a Model Y purchase by $8,000.

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EV Life

OCTOBER 21, 2023

As we enter the age of the electric car, federal and state governments have created a variety of programs , rebates, and grants to incentivize drivers to make the switch to zero-emission vehicles. Two sections of the law, 30D and 45W, detail individual tax credits and commercial tax credits, respectively.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2014

A study by researchers at the Institute of Transportation Studies, UC Davis finds that buyers of plug-in vehicles (PEVs) are substantially less satisfied with the dealer purchase experience than buyers of conventional vehicles—with the notable exception of Tesla buyers. In some cases, dealers outright discouraged PEV purchases.

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EV Life

DECEMBER 17, 2019

In addition to the mounting costs of gasoline, our love of SUVs is also costing the planet in terms of carbon emitted by sports utility vehicles (compared to more efficient sedans and hybrids.). Explore Dealer Offers. Explore Dealer Offers. Explore Dealer Offers. Explore Dealer Offers. Explore Dealer Offers.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 2, 2023

VW has but to show the cost of the North American ID Buzz, which can have yet another row than its Eu counterpart, a just about 10-inch longer wheelbase and extra top class apparatus. In Germany, the two-row ID Buzz begins at €54,270 ($58,420) except the native value-added tax. “We cannot make a mistake [with] this vehicle.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

Tax credits and gasoline prices necessary for various electric vehicles to be cost-competitive with conventional vehicles at 2011 vehicle prices. That finding takes into account both the higher purchase price of an electric vehicle and the lower fuel costs over the vehicle’s life. Source: CBO. Click to enlarge.

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Blink Charging

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Specifically, BlueLA powered by Blink Mobility prioritizes affordable EV car sharing in cities, while Envoy concentrates on offering sharing services as an amenity in apartments, hotels, and workplaces. Like the tax credit for new EVs, the used EV tax credit included an AGI cap and must be sold by a licensed dealer.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Hyundai IONIQ 5 (left) and IONIQ 6 (right) at Tesla Supercharger (Source: Hyundai) There’s a loophole in the stricter IRA federal tax credit that only applies $3750 rebates on North American-built cars and separately $3750 on domestic batteries. For whatever reason, all EVs get the full $7500 applied to leases, however.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2012

Tax credits. Removing the cap on the number of vehicles per manufacturer eligible for the credit and, instead, ramping down and eventually eliminating the credit at the end of the decade. National Community Deployment Challenge.

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EV Connect

AUGUST 22, 2022

With strong policy support and aggressive climate initiatives , prioritizing plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles makes more sense for auto dealers than ever. Despite the need, though, many auto dealers are hesitant to take on the significant cost of adding EV charging stations to their dealerships. In the U.S.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 29, 2022

Even here in Southern California, where at some point every car sold in America can be seen, the 2022 Polestar 2 is rare and drew the obvious question–“What is that?” These tires, which Clean Fleet Report comes across frequently on the cars we review, are designed for comfort and long wear, not necessarily for their handling prowess.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2009

However, the team notes in the study, “PHEV marketplace penetration: An agent based simulation”, to achieve that level of penetration given the additional cost of the vehicles, subsidies in addition to the Federal tax credit already in place are critical. Fleet penetration would be less than 1% in ten years, the study finds.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Ford has tripled to more than 200 the number of dealers certified to sell its lineup of plug-in electrified vehicles, including the C-MAX Energi that is on sale now. Starting MSRP is $29,995 (after a federal tax credit). Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Teslarati

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Government expanded the electric vehicle tax credit program and access to those credits to help dealers expand their businesses and consumers take advantage of cost savings for buying an EV. Dealers can either have the purchase price of their vehicle reduced or be given cash by the dealer.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2024

Ask any race car engineer the importance of getting the weight low to the ground and evenly distributed. A-Spec RWD $65,850 A-Spec AWD $69,850 Type S AWD $74,850 Type S AWD $75,850* (*With the Performance Wheel and Tire Package) The ZDX is built in Spring Hill, Tennessee, meaning it will qualify for federal and state tax credits.

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Plugs and Cars

JULY 1, 2009

In June about 500 cars were placed in consumer and fleet hands in Los Angeles and New York and New Jersey for what BMW calls a " field trial." Like all the automakers, BMW dabbled in concept electric cars over the years. More money was probably spent advertising the car than went into the electric Mini program. see the ad here.)

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range Making the Case To Be Your Only Car Clean Fleet Report recently ventured on a 1,796-mile, four-state road trip in an all-electric 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Extended. This is our review of the car that made the trip. Here’s an overview.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) has launched a certification program it claims can turn car salespeople into EV experts in just 90 minutes. Traditional franchised dealers still appear reticent about EVs. All that knowledge comes at a price of $199 per person or $495 per dealership. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 24, 2024

The Solterra may qualify federal and state tax credits THAT may affect your final price, so speak with your CPA before heading into your local Subaru dealer. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. It also may qualify for HOV stickers.

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EV Life

MARCH 7, 2023

What’s more, the Bolt EV is eligible for a variety of federal and state tax credits, rebates, and incentives that can potentially bring the price down to zero for qualifying drivers. Applicants can receive a non-refundable tax credit of up to $7,500. Don’t expect much help from car dealerships.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

For new owners, the Solterra comes with a $400 credit towards public charging at EVgo chargers, or the money can be used with QMerit for a Level 2 home charger installation. For even more peace of mind, on those occasion where a long road trip is planned, there are 10 free days of a Subaru gasoline-powered car or SUV. Going Off-Road.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

early technology adopters and relatively affluent urban consumers interested in a “green” commuter car). Early Adopters vs. Mainstream Car Buyers. Mainstream car buyers are careful about investing in new technologies that are not fully understood. Policy Instruments. Market Drivers.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

MPGe is a measurement of how far a car can travel, electrically, on the same amount of energy as is contained in 1 gallon of gasoline. You also get Siri Eyes Free, Alexa, Apple Car Play and Android Auto connectivity, Aux-in jacks, multiple USB ports, 115-volt power outlet and Bluetooth streaming audio and hands-free telephone.

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Cars That Think

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Like a lot of people, I've been thinking about trading in my car. The case, morally and even financially, for an all-electric car is becoming stronger and stronger. John Voelcker has been reporting on cars and the automotive industry for almost as long as he's been driving. car market. And yet, what about recharging?

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EV Life

AUGUST 17, 2022

Federal EV Tax Credit. To accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), the US Government offers a federal EV tax credit of up to $7500 to anyone purchasing or leasing an electric car. The tax credit depends on the manufacturer you choose and vehicle battery.

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Cars That Think

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Like a lot of people, I've been thinking about trading in my car. The case, morally and even financially, for an all-electric car is becoming stronger and stronger. John Voelcker has been reporting on cars and the automotive industry for almost as long as he's been driving. car market. And yet, what about recharging?

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 12, 2024

Both systems can power the car independently, so if either the electricity or hydrogen are low, you won’t be stuck on the side of the road. MPGe is a measurement of how far a car can travel electrically, on the same amount of energy as is contained in 1 gallon of gasoline. kg of hydrogen). kWh battery that can be fed by plugging in.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 1, 2022

It is rare when we post a review of a car that is only available in one of the 50 United States, but such is the case with the 2022 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), which is only sold in California. Those lucky enough to live in California have the opportunity to own one of the nicest electric cars on the road.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2009

In response to the Presidential Auto Task Force Report that concluded that the plug-in Chevrolet Volt was unlikely to be commercially successful in the short-term due to its cost ( earlier post ), Plug In America is proposing a plan to make GM’s Chevy Volt and other plug-in cars more affordable. Chelsea Sexton.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Refreshed inside and out, the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV continues to be the best-selling electric car for Chevrolet and parent General Motors. Once you get the hang of it the Bolt can be driven under almost all circumstances without using the brake pedal, one of the joys of driving an electric car. Better than ever. Safety and Warranties.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Another way to look at the efficiency for this car is 3.6 Speak with your dealer about any available federal or state tax credits that could reduce the price you pay, and check with your state about the C40 Recharge qualifying to use the HOV lane. In the 310 total miles we drove through Southern California we averaged 30.6

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 16, 2023

In 2018 Polestar became its own stand-alone car company and began its numerical offerings. Polestar says it is a “driver’s car (with the) driving experience enjoyable and engaging.” Another way to look at the efficiency for this car is 3.3 Post-collision automatic braking locks the brakes when the car comes to a complete stop.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 20, 2022

Top-to-bottom its line-up includes the best-handling cars and crossovers that aren’t marketed as sports models. At cruising speeds we also noticed that off-the-line power isn’t there to pass slower cars, which we can only guess is due to the motor’s size. Good handling, but underwhelming power. Hitting the Road. Refreshing Design.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Having already established a strong reputation with its Kona SUV and Ioniq sedan EVs, next up is the all-new and impressive 2022 Ioniq 5 EV, arriving at Hyundai dealers later this month (December 2021). The Ioniq 5 qualifies for the federal $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit as does the Mustang Mach-E.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JULY 14, 2009

I’m kind of excited to see this car, having tested the drivetrain in the Nissan Cube. This is before the $7,500 federal tax credit. It’ll be mostly driven by the cost of gas. Perhaps he knows how good it feels to drive a quiet, powerful car that doesn’t pollute. That’s a given.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2022

The EV6, with an electric driving range up to 310 miles, arrived at Kia dealers in all 50 states in late January 2022. The EV6 is a true driver’s car with three drive modes of Eco, Normal and Sport. As a 50-state car, your local Kia dealer should have a 2022 EV6 available for a test drive. The EV6 has it coming and going.

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