Connected Fuel Tax Maintenance Tax 
EV Adoption
JULY 4, 2022
As sales of electric vehicles begin to reach significant numbers across the US, states are exploring approaches to replace lost tax revenue since EV drivers don’t pay fuel taxes as drivers of gas-powered cars do at gas stations. Unfortunately there is currently no simple and agreed upon best replacement for the fuel tax.
Green Car Congress
APRIL 21, 2011
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) will recruit 500 people from Wright and Hennepin counties to take part in research to test technology that could someday be used to collect a mileage-based user fee (MBUF) in lieu of a gasoline tax. These funding sources support construction and maintenance of the highway system.
Blink Charging
OCTOBER 6, 2023
As both EV adoption increases and internal combustion engine vehicles have become more fuel efficient, states are seeking to offset lost revenue from the gas tax. With states enacting new kWh taxes on EVs and EV charging, we want to make sure you have the right information. kWh tax begins on July 1, 2025.
The Truth About Cars
JUNE 3, 2024
For example, fuel taxes (which are accounted for when you pay at the pump) are responsible for funding anywhere from a quarter to a third of all roadway maintenance — which would evaporate as more people started driving electric vehicles. But they’re not very popular with motorists that live there.&
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 14, 2010
Most states do not make any effort at all to connect. transportation, and ensure state fuel taxes can support all transportation modes. The report found many states miss opportunities to reduce transportation emissions, and, sometimes, likely increase emission rates.
Green Car Congress
JUNE 21, 2009
Creating a National Transportation Strategic Plan, based on long-range highway, transit, and rail plans developed by States and metropolitan regions, to develop intermodal connectivity of the nation’s transportation system and identify projects of national significance. The Fund is replenished by revenue collected from motor fuel taxes.
Green Car Congress
MAY 2, 2009
Edwards believes that while consumers move up the tree into areas like freedom and esteem they always maintain a strong connection to the security foundation. We’re not sure how much maintenance cost you are going to incur and quite frankly you many need to replace the battery pack after 3-4 years and it may cost between $3,000-$5,000.
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