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Tesla Model 3 used by Police Department reveals massive financial savings

Teslarati

The EV Club of Connecticut completed a vehicle cost comparison analysis after the first year of ownership shows that, despite the additional initial cost of the Model 3, reduced maintenance costs, along with decreased customization needs for the Model 3, gave the department a savings of around $17,600. Credit: EV Club of CT.

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The Business of Plugging In: Building the Full Ecosystem for a Successful Plug-in Vehicle Industry in the US

Green Car Congress

As one of the speakers put it to the attendees, the bulk of which came from Southeast Michigan, plug-in vehicles will a major career path for most of the people in the room. “I’m very encouraged that carmakers now see as allies the utilities, plug-in advocates, community and regional efforts like ProjectGetReady.”

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Hyundai Ioniq 6 AWD Techniq review

EV Central

Very closely related to the Ioniq 5 crossover SUV and Kia EV6 , it rides on the same E-GMP architecture, has the same 400V/800V ultra-fast charging capability, same (in Long Range guise) 77.4kWh battery and same 239kW/605Nm from its twin motors. .” Even if you’re not taken by its looks, the Ioniq 6’s range makes headlines.

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Driving my Tesla Model 3 from Denmark to Coral Bay WA

My Electric Car

I bought the Tesla Model 3 SR+ in June 2021 so this would be a real get to know the car and charging options in August/September 2021. The first thing I did was to look at the Plug Share app to see where we could charge and calculate distances. The trip required some careful planning as some areas we went to have no chargers.

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The British Motor Show – 15 reasons why it’s THE must-attend car show of 2021

My Energi

But it’s not just any old car show – this is the first major international British Motor Show since 2008 and it has been completely re-imagined, and a guaranteed fun day out for all the family. In addition, members of the team will be located on stand P45, showcasing its first-to-market range of eco-smart EV charging devices.

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Time to shake-up EV outreach?

Electric Auto Association

The Southern Oregon chapter tests new ways to spark interest. Jim Hartman with his Nissan LEAF in front of solar trackers. The leaders of the Southern Oregon Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Association (SOHEVA) do not rest on their laurels when it comes to convincing the public to drive electric. I already had the background and the database.

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

When on the freeway, take a glance at the center round gauge that shows whether the hybrid system is in the charging, eco or power mode. Learning how to modulate the accelerator pedal to stay in the eco and charge range will produce the best efficiency. liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors.

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