EV Connect

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Cost (and Cost Comparison) A recent study showed 67% of would-be purchasers claim cost is a primary concern. However, market competition, falling battery prices and government incentives are pushing the cost of EVs to parity with gasoline.

Charging 106

Charging Gasoline-Electric Manufacturer Standards 106

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 29, 2021

The EV Funding and Financing Guide details programs and policies from a variety of sources that fleets and consumers can use to overcome cost barriers. It also discusses strategies to reduce the upfront costs of EVs and EV infrastructure by pooling demand and promoting competition.

Financing 448

Financing Legal Fleet Insight 448

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 21, 2023

Clean, wide front Smile-inducing torque at any speed is what makes driving an electric car so special, and boy did the Air Touring deliver. The sleek exterior with a long hood and short, almost bustle-like rear give it a very low 0.197 coefficient of drag (C d ) In comparison, the Mercedes-Benz EQS comes in at.200

All-Electric 78

All-Electric Miles Tahoe Charging 78

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

However, since the cost of the hydrous ethanol is significantly lower, hydrous ethanol will provide a lower cost per mile travelled, assuming the processing cost savings is passed on to the consumer. Current Legal Requirement for Use of Anhydrous Ethanol in the United States. 40 CFR § 80.27 Pursuant to 40 CFR § 80.27(a)(2):

Transportation 317

Transportation Fuel Renewable Gasoline-Electric 317

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Despite this, a 2003 EPRI study , assuming only $2/gallon gas , zero buying incentives, and a PHEV premium of $3-$5,000 more than standard hybrids, shows that the total lifetime cost of ownership for a PHEV will be lower than that of any other vehicle type -- so the payback will be there. For more see our All About Plug-In Hybrids page.

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PHEV Nickel Metal Hydride Prius EPRI 37