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Brands respond to Plug-in Car Grant changes with price reductions and new models

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The UK Plug-in Car grant aims to stimulate the sales of electric cars by slicing a chunk of the price. Previously the only route to the longer range e-Niro SUV was to purchase the model in mid-range “3” trim level. Recently the value of the grant was reduced and the number of models eligible dramatically cut.

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JATO: electrified vehicles 13% of new car reg in Europe in January 2020; electrified vehicles only growth-driver

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This steep reduction was in large part caused by the last-minute purchases made in December, due to the impending introduction of the new CO 2 emissions regulation. All electrified types contributed to growth as hybrids (HEV) increased their volume by 36%, pure electric (BEV) by 91% and plug-in hybrids (PHEV) by 173%.

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New EV electric car calendar

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All the new electric cars, electric SUVs and electric utes arriving in Australia in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Alfa Romeo Tonale – the Italian brand finally has a rechargeable car in its ranks in the form of the Tonale PHEV compact SUV. Aston Martin DBX PHEV and EV – electrified versions of AM’s first SUV on the cards.

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5 great electric cars still eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant

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Yesterday the UK Government announced immediate changes to the Plug-In car Grant, reducing the value to £2,500 and the number of models eligible. The plug-in car grant was introduced 10 years ago to stimulate the early market for zero-emission vehicles. If an SUV is what you are after, the Kona is a great option. Citroen ë-C4.

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The electric year ahead: Every new EV coming to Australia in 2024

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At that price it just sneaks in under the government’s FBT exemption, which allows for electric cars below $89,332 to pay no fringe benefits tax when purchased via a novated lease. 4, the Q4 e-Tron will be available in a regular SUV body style or a sleeker Sportback, each with a 77kWh battery. BYD Seal U BYD Seal U.