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U-M researchers challenge USPS EV environmental study

Green Car Congress

The NGDV program calls for the purchase of up to 165,000 new mail delivery trucks over the next decade. In February, the agency announced it had completed the environmental review for its Next Generation Delivery Vehicle program and was moving ahead with plans to start purchasing the new trucks. —Maxwell Woody, lead author.

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EIA: California home to almost half of US plug-in electric vehicles

Green Car Congress

Several states offer tax incentives to reduce the upfront cost of PEVs to consumers. However, the incentive does not apply to the purchase of PHEVs. Georgia offers a zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) tax credit of 20% of the cost, up to $5,000. Electric vehicles per 1,000 vehicles. Washington has exempted EVs from the state''s 6.5%

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ICCT study finds state EV incentives playing a significant role in driving sales

Green Car Congress

A study by a team from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) shows that state electric vehicle incentives are playing a significant early role in reducing the effective cost of ownership and driving electric vehicle sales. Source: ICCT. Click to enlarge. Source: ICCT. Click to enlarge. —Jin et al.

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How to Add EV Charging to an Apartment or Condo

EV Match

Additionally, you may find other renters who are interested in getting an EV but may be hesitant to purchase or lease one until they solidify their charging plan. With EV charging at their residence, they may be ready to make the purchase. Most importantly, through networking, the cost of electricity can be passed on to the EV driver.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Test rides most always evoke a comment of future EV purchase. I have talked about the total cost of ownership for EVs compared with both hybrid and traditional ICE vehicles. In my conversations, I focus primarily on the overall total cost of ownership and I have encouraged some friends to convert.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Test rides most always evoke a comment of future EV purchase. I have talked about the total cost of ownership for EVs compared with both hybrid and traditional ICE vehicles. In my conversations, I focus primarily on the overall total cost of ownership and I have encouraged some friends to convert.

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How to Take Advantage of EV Charging Infrastructure Tax Credits

EV Connect

This federal EV infrastructure tax credit will offset up to 30% of the total costs of purchase and installation of EV equipment, up to a maximum of $30,000 for commercial property and $1,000 for a primary residence. Under the Biden administration, there are high hopes that these EV charging tax credits will continue , and even expand.