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These 5 Plugin Vehicle Models Would Benefit Most From Proposed US EV Tax Credit Update (Chart)

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As we reported recently, there’s a big cleantech bill moving through the US Congress that would revive, extend, and expand the zero-emission vehicle tax credit in various ways.

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KIA prices 2015 Soul EV starting at $33,700

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Kia Motors America (KMA) announced pricing for the all-electric version of the Kia Soul. Offered in two trims, Base and + (Plus), the 2015 Soul EV MSRP will be $33,700 (not including federal tax rebate of $7,500) for the Base and $35,700 for the Plus (not including federal tax rebate of $7,500). Earlier post.)

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Kia Motors signs MOU to build third plant in China; 70% increase in capacity and a push to maintain market share

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Kia Motors Corporation plans to build a third manufacturing plant in China in order to meet increasing local demand and to maintain its positive sales momentum in the market. Dongfeng Yueda Kia (DYK) Motors is a 50/50 joint venture through which Kia Motors manufactures, markets and services vehicles in China.). in 2010 (13 th ).

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KBB: Average new vehicle transaction price in US in December up 1.9% from November; EV ATP dropped 5.5% due to Tesla

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Plus, with the new tax credits on the way, electric vehicle ATPs will drop lower for qualifying vehicles. Honda and Kia showed the most price strength in the non-luxury market, transacting between 5% and 6% over sticker price in December. Incentives overall are still very low but trending upwards. —Rebecca Rydzewski.

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Was the Jeep Wrangler 4xe 2021’s 3rd Highest-Selling EV in the US?

EV Adoption

While it is common for OEMs to NOT report sales of its models by powertrain — including PHEVs and in some cases BEVs like the Kia Niro and Hyundai Kona — both Toyota (RAV4 Prime and Prius Prime) and Mitsubishi (Outlander PHEV) do publish sales of their PHEVs. Rocksteadyrobk, 4xeForums.

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J.D. Power: First-time owners find switching to EVs highly satisfactory

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Among owners who cite incentives as a key purchase driver, 79% received a federal tax credit/rebate, but only 59% of that group say it was very easy to receive. Kia Niro EV ranks highest in the mass market BEV segment for a second consecutive year with a score of 744. PP100) and squeaks and rattles (13.4

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Hybrid Sales Falter in S. Korea while SUV Sales Climb

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Sales of Kia’s Forte hybrid fell from 615 last September to 307 in November to 78 in January. “Despite large subsidies and tax incentives, the sales of hybrids are weaker than originally expected. ” The Korean government offers tax incentives amounting to 3 million won ($2,630) for buyers of hybrid cars.

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