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ICCT study details differences in fiscal policies to support uptake of EVs across 11 major markets

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The ICCT study is the first to evaluate the response to fiscal incentives in 2013 to incentivize the purchase of plug-in electric vehicles in major vehicle markets worldwide. Evaluation of total cost of ownership for Norway, France, and Germany. Source: ICCT.

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Feature: Are Eco-Friendly Cars Expensive to Own?

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A study conducted by a team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) compared the lifetime costs of owning a gas-powered vehicle versus that of owning an eco-friendly vehicle. Hybrids and EVs can cost you less. Average Monthly Costs of Hybrid, Electric, and Gas-Powered Cars. Costs of Charging vs. Fueling.

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National Research Council Study Finds That Available Technologies Can Result in Significant Fuel Savings for Passenger Vehicles Over the Next 15 Years, But at Higher Purchase Prices for Consumers

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However, the technologies would also increase vehicle purchase costs for consumers, sometimes by as much as several thousand dollars. Replacing spark-ignition engines with diesel engines and components would yield fuel savings of about 37% at an added cost of approximately $5,900 per vehicle.

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Intel Invests $20-billion in Ohio for Advanced Fabs

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Intel has chosen to expand its advanced manufacturing in a U.S. Intel announced today that it will build two leading edge logic fabs east of Columbus at a cost of $20 billion. According to Intel's manufacturing roadmap under the IDM 2.0 In comparison, Ohio is a chipmaking frontier. So, why Ohio? It's a fair question.

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CMU study suggests difficulties in reaching targeted low price points for Li-ion batteries

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However, no specific model has existed to examine the costs of manufacturing these cylindrical cells. To date, manufacturing process research and cost models have focused exclusively on prismatic cells, and there is no specific model to address the costs of manufacturing cylindrical cells.

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Report on electric vehicle adoption in india

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Various policy measures and incentives have been introduced to encourage both manufacturers and consumers to embrace electric mobility. Key features of the FAME scheme include: Financial Incentives for Buyers: The FAME scheme offers financial incentives to consumers who purchase electric and hybrid vehicles.

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Mercedes-Benz provides additional details on upcoming 12m electric Citaro bus

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Opting for the largest number maximizes the range of the buses, while a smaller number reduces the weight as well as the cost of purchase and allows more space for passengers—but potentially makes time-consuming opportunity charging necessary. Power electronics. A separate battery cooling device is mounted on the roof.

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