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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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Hyundai unveiled the redesigned 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at the Chicago Auto Show. Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features.

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Blink Charging

JANUARY 19, 2024

Although the $7,500 consumer tax credit for buying an electric car is becoming more restrictive for new vehicles adhering to specific manufacturing requirements , there’s a provision enabling consumers to still enjoy the credit when leasing an EV assembled outside of North America. in 2023, which witnessed a record 1.2

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

initiative, which encourages electric car adoption as it brings the state closer to its goal of installing at least 10,000 charging stations by the end of 2021. To date, more than 11,000 rebates have been approved for New Yorkers to purchase electric cars. EVolve NY to Install Charging Stations along Major Corridors and JFK Airport.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Overview of the C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid. Ford began production of the 2013 C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicle ( earlier post ) at Michigan Assembly in October, and the vehicles are heading for showrooms. Starting MSRP is $29,995 (after a federal tax credit). Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Plug in America

JULY 21, 2023

Like your smartphone, you plug it in when you arrive home and forget about it until you wake in the morning to a fully-charged battery. Depending on your electric utility, you may be able to save even more money by setting your car to charge at off-peak rates. In addition, electricity in the U.S. EVs Create Good-Paying Jobs in the U.S.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

According to the group, the top three cars sold in the state in 2023 were the Tesla Model 3 , Toyota Camry, and Honda Civic, while the top three light trucks sold in the state were the Tesla Model Y , Toyota RAV4, and Honda CR-V. And looking at all of 2023, BEVs added up to 33.8% of the market in California while they amounted to 7.5%

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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. The electric vehicles that are the focus of this study fall into two broad classes: plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and battery-electric vehicles. Source: CBO. Click to enlarge.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 6, 2024

Which EVs made the tax-credit shortlist in 2024? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending January 5, 2024. The Kia EV9 is Green Car Reports’ Best Car To Buy 2024. And some made-in-America EVs like those from Rivian lost half of their credit amount.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

It was more than a hybrid—it was a plug-in hybrid. The plug means the 2021 Pacifica has a 32-mile all-electric driving range, which for most people is far more than they will drive in their daily routine. If you are one of those “I will never drive a minivan” type of persons, please keep reading. How It Works.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2015

US prices for the 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid electric vehicle ( earlier post )—the first of many Audi e-tron models destined to come to the US—will begin at $37,900. Purchasing customers may qualify for applicable state and federal incentives and tax credits. Dealer sets actual price.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 31, 2024

The market share of EVs won’t increase dramatically over the previous month, as automakers, dealers, and consumers digest new federal tax credit rules brought on by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that went into effect with the start of the year, analysts anticipated. S&P predicts a 3% increase in overall U.S.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 13, 2016

Some markets are stronger than others for certain types of cars. Used-car dealers carefully watch auctions to find cars in less demand elsewhere that they can sell locally for more money. Now, a used-car dealer in Boulder, Colorado, has made.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 19, 2010

The 2011 Fisker Karma will be the world's first plug-in hybrid luxury sports sedan. At a price of $87,400 before tax credits, it's not surprising that the company wants to get the car exactly right before exposing it to the glare of publicity.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 3, 2024

GM plans to reach out to consumers soon, and owners of the vehicles can take them to GM dealers for a repair full of charge, of course. But GM quickly pulled the plug on sales after the first batch of new buyers started complaining about software issues. Still, it’s yet another bump in the road for the new all-electric Chevy Blazer EV.

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Plug in America

JULY 27, 2021

To see how your state compares on all EV policies, see Plug In America’s report, Top 25 States Supporting the EV Driver. . Additionally, EVs sold, rented, or leased in New Jersey are exempt from state sales and use tax. . Anyone who titles and registers a qualified EV in Colorado can receive a tax credit of up to $2,800.

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EV Life

MAY 5, 2023

You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction. 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.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 3, 2024

As sales of electric vehicles continue to grow in 2024, many new and prospective customers have questions about qualifying for a federal tax credit on electric vehicles. Luckily, we have compiled everything you need to know about tax credits for your new or current electric vehicle into one place. More on that below.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Be careful listening to self-anointed experts that owning a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is not a wise choice or viable option when buying a new car. Those truly in the know have real world knowledge of why a PHEV is the perfect bridge between a gasoline-powered car and one propelled by only electricity.

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Not head-snapping, but certainly a rewarding sensation which only an electric car can provide, and plenty fast enough to merge into freeway traffic. If, like most people, you are driving under 50 miles daily, this efficient car should be on your consideration list. There are three plug-in options for charging the Leaf SV Plus.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Common wisdom has it that the last few days of any calendar year are the best time to buy a car. Not only are franchised dealers and their salespeople seeking to close out the month with a bang, but it's the end of a year and their allocation of cars next year can depend on how many they sell this year.

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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.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

A new study sponsored by Indiana University concludes that President Obama’s vision of one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) on US roads by 2015 will require concentrated efforts action from all stakeholders— the auto industry, federal government, the scientific community, and consumers—to be realized.

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EV Life

JANUARY 4, 2024

Well, it’s 2024, the changes to the federal EV tax credit have officially taken effect, and it’s a bit of a mixed bag. The list of electric vehicles that qualify for the federal tax credit shrunk from 35 to 14, according to the US Department of Energy. Which Electric Vehicles Still Qualify for the Tax Credit?

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2011

Chevrolet dealers in all 50 states in the US are now taking orders for the 2012 Chevrolet Volt. The suggested retail price for the Volt will start at $39,995 (or $32,495 assuming a full federal tax credit of $7,500, which is subject to the customer’s eligibility).

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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?” Once at the Hotel Californian , the staff kindly plugged-in the 2 and had it fully charged when I left two days later. Not nearly. So what is a Polestar 2?

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Electric Auto Association

APRIL 1, 2021

An early adopter Sinclair’s first venture into the world of clean energy vehicles came in the early 2000’s when she and her husband purchased a Ford Escape Hybrid, a car they still own today. It was a little more than I wanted to spend on a used car, but it’s certainly worth it. Women may soon become the leaders in EV purchasing.

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EV Adoption

AUGUST 19, 2021

Should expensive electric vehicles be excluded from the federal electric vehicle tax credit (IRC 30D)? While this question is often hotly debated on social media, the proposed changes to IRC 30D would draw a line in the sand and establish an $80,000 MSRP cap on the credit. – The Drive.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

4 does currently qualify for the full $7,500 US federal EV tax credit – the only car made by a foreign automaker to qualify, due to local production in Chattanooga, Tennessee – and the credit is now available upfront at the point of sale. 4 is focused on being more of an everyman’s car, not a sportscar.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2009

The first character of the scenario represents the price of gasoline at simulation termination, the second represents “yes” or “no” on a manufacturer subsidy, and the third represents “yes” or “no”on a sales tax exemption. Fleet penetration of PHEV by 2020 in different scenarios. Source: Sullivan et al. Click to enlarge.

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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. But that platform is where Acura strongly says the similarities ends as Acura has added performance bits-and-pieces to the ZDX that makes it unique from those models. 313 AER A-Spec All-Wheel Drive (AWD) 490 hp 437 lb.-ft.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Volkswagen will also invest to support installation of charging stations in certain dealer locations. Sommer’s list of needed measures at the Federal, state, regional and local levels included: Congressional support for a consistent and predictable tax policy for electric drive vehicles and infrastructure. Earlier post.)

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Plug in America

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Remarkably, even electric cars came up in the debates, with Biden’s repeated commitment to build 500,000 charging stations. It’s not that EVs aren’t intrinsically better than gas cars, it’s simply that good policies help to accelerate the transition. It is the year that most people will always cite as the worst one in their lives.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 1, 2011

Key developments in the transportation sector that they note include: Positive for gasoline demand: Strong Chinese car growth in 2010, particularly in the first half of the year, with vehicle sales up 30% year-on-year (YoY) through the first eleven months of 2010. passenger cars will outgrow larger vehicles due to favorable policies.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 12, 2023

Electric cars barely existed in 2010, when the Tesla Model S was still a glint in Elon Musk’s eye. IEEE Spectrum asked five industry experts to gaze deeply into their own crystal balls and outline what needs to happen in the EV battery space to wean the world off fossil-fueled transportation and onto the plug.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2015

Hyundai began the US rollout of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) and its conventional hybrid sibling (HEV) with a series of media drives in California—one of the main markets for the PHEV, which offers some 24 miles (38.6 km) of all electric range and a 9.8 Earlier post.). Sonata models.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2009

Poway, California-based Plug In Conversions Corp. kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. The car is no longer limited to 34 miles per hour, all-electric. Andrew Ewert. Earlier post.).

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