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Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving

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Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory, with colleagues from Lawrence Berkeley, Oak Ridge, and National Renewable Energy labs, and the University of Tennessee, have published a comprehensive analysis of the total cost of ownership (TCO) for 12 sizes of vehicles ranging from compact sedans up to Class 8 tractors with sleeper cabs.

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Bank of America introduces residential EV charger financing

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Bank of America made a drastic step forward today to make at-home residential electric vehicle chargers an easier purchase for car buyers. BoA said it would allow consumers the option to finance residential electric vehicle chargers alongside their auto loans through the bank. With the nationwide EV outlook expected to reach 26.4

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Volkswagen, Stellantis and Glencore backing ACG in $1B purchase of Brazilian nickel sulfide and copper mines

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Volkswagen, Stellantis and Glencore are supporting the purchase of the Atlantic Nickel nickel sulfide and the Mineraçao Vale Verde copper mine in Brazil by ACG , a London-listed special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), for US$ 1 billion. 20ktpa over a 12-year life of mine, at an average C1 cash cost of $1.37/lb

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What You Should Know About Tesla Financing 

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So, if you’re like most potential Tesla buyers, you will probably look to finance your Tesla purchase with a loan rather than pay the sticker price upfront. How Financing Through Tesla Works Tesla offers a variety of auto loan financing options for new and used Tesla models through outside lenders.

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Pencil-Necked Finance Dweebs Suggest Anyone Making Six-Figures Should Only Buy a $15,000 Car

The Truth About Cars

Beyond that, they suggest making a down payment of at least 20 percent and financing the thing for no more than four years. Setting some variables in this equation, they propose a monthly insurance rate of $147, fuel costs of $260 per month, and maintenance pegged at $95.50 per month (about 10 cents per mile). for a car payment.

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The Escalating Costs of Owning a New Car

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It is important to note that the MSRP doesn't necessarily align with the actual purchase price, which can fluctuate depending on market demand. This increment in sticker prices has a direct bearing on finance costs, reflected in an average annual finance charge of $1,253, signifying a staggering 90 percent surge compared to the prior year.

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Tesla’s EVs still have great financing deals compared to rivals, even with recent price increases

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Tesla’s electric vehicles are premium-priced, but their financing deals make them quite compelling against their rivals in the EV market. In a way, Tesla’s financing deals involve interest rates that could end up undercutting the costs of rival EVs by a notable degree. It’s not just Toyota either.