Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2014

A study by researchers at the Institute of Transportation Studies, UC Davis finds that buyers of plug-in vehicles (PEVs) are substantially less satisfied with the dealer purchase experience than buyers of conventional vehicles—with the notable exception of Tesla buyers. In some cases, dealers outright discouraged PEV purchases.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2018

The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Auto Alliance) is strongly supporting the passage of Maryland’s SB 1234 , a bill that would require the State of Maryland to purchase zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) for state fleets. The bill also includes a reporting requirement for State agencies that purchase vehicles. —Auto Alliance.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 8, 2016

Karma Automotive’s planned distribution strategy will use both independent dealers and also company owned brand-experience centers to sell and service the new high-end Revero plug-in hybrid. The company said it has been curating best-in-class dealers in key markets in preparation for the Revero going on sale later this year.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 31, 2020

Ford’s hands-free Active Drive Assist feature will arrive first on 2021 F-150 and 2021 Mustang Mach-E, included as standard on certain models or as relatively affordable option on others, with both vehicles becoming available to customers in late 2020. package for $1,595. The Ford Co-Pilot 360 Active 2.0

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Green Car Congress

MAY 4, 2021

To date, more than 450 commercial customers in North America, including 200 top fleets and fleet management companies, have said they’re interested in purchasing the E-Transit. No deposit or purchase commitment is required. E-Transit is an electrified version of Ford Transit, America’s best-selling commercial van.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2019

The Memorandum of Understanding commits both governments to work together on developing their respective regulations to cut greenhouse gas emissions from light-duty vehicles, such as those currently in effect in Canada, California and the 13 US states that have adopted California’s standards.

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CN EV Post

APRIL 3, 2023

(Image credit: CnEVPost) Low consumer sentiment in the wake of the Covid wave has led to weak auto sales in China, though the situation is expected to see relief in the second quarter, and the launch of new models and lower lithium carbonate prices are also encouraging, according to Deutsche Bank. million to 1.75

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2013

Initial sales of the 2014 Cadillac ELR extended range electric luxury coupe ( earlier post ) will begin in January in all major US metropolitan areas. The 2014 ELR has a starting price of $75,995, including a $995 destination charge but excluding tax, title, license and dealer fees. 2014 Cadillac ELR. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2014

Approximately 410 Audi dealers in Europe—including 105 in Germany—are selling the A3 e-tron. The A3 Sportback e-tron’s fuel consumption in accordance with the NEDC standard for plug-in hybrid vehicles is 1.5 Dealers are receiving special training in sales and service relating to electric vehicles.

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Electric Vehicles India

JUNE 11, 2021

Electric vehicles sales, transportation & policy initiatives . Today in this article we will see the sales of electric vehicles under the FAME II scheme and overall sales. Today in this article we will see the sales of electric vehicles under the FAME II scheme and overall sales. per cent sales decline.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Ford has put a pause on sending out dealer shipments of the F-150 Lightning electric pickup, though the company also recently began delivering its 2024 gas versions of the truck. “We started shipping the first newly designed F-150 pickups to dealers this week,” Ford noted in a statement.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 28, 2020

According to a recently signed contract with VDL Bus & Coach, CATL is going to provide VDL Bus & Coach with its high-energy density battery system based on its standardized product-LFP CTP (cell to pack)-platform. As an importer, Quantron AG is authorized as CATL’s dealer to supply batteries in Europe.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

E-Transit offers the same interior cargo dimensions and standard mounting points for continued integration with hundreds of upfitters and vehicle modifiers worldwide who provide compatible racks, bins and accessories on gas-powered Transit. These features can help maintain fleet driving standards and help improve driver confidence.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 26, 2022

Many states and nations have set targets and goals to phase out the sale of internal combustion cars. California’s is the most aggressive regulation to establish a definitive mechanism to meet required zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales that ramp up year over year, culminating in 100% ZEV sales in 2035.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 8, 2017

Volkswagen is offering an incentive of up to €10,000 (US$11,815)—depending upon the model purchased—for the purchase of Euro 6 vehicles in Germany if an older diesel vehicle (Euro 1 to Euro 4 standards) is scrapped at the same time. Customers purchasing a new Golf receive an environmental incentive of €5,000.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 25, 2024

4 starts with an MSRP of $38,995 for the Standard variant, which has a 62 kWh battery and an EPA-estimated range of 209 miles. Hyundai & Kia take second place after Tesla in US EV sales Customers interested in purchasing a MY 2023 or MY 2024 ID.4 Volkswagen recently announced that VW Model Year (MY) 2023 and 2024 ID.4

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Cars That Think

MARCH 16, 2024

government recently backed down from enacting tough new measures that would have forced automakers to quadruple their sales of electric vehicles by 2030. Norway, more ambitiously still, aims to eliminate sales of new ICE vehicles by 2025. Even if Washington hadn’t buckled to outside pressure, the U.S. degrees C (2.7 degrees F).”

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Teslarati

APRIL 24, 2023

The strange Hyundai IONIQ 5 sale, first reported on the Hyundai IONIQ Forum , was quickly identified as a unicorn, considering it was missing standard features that all IONIQ 5s are supposed to have. However, according to the post on the forum, the dealer who sold the vehicle was just as bewildered as the new owner.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 25, 2024

Now sales eligible in California, “ Powered by REE” EVs are eligible for huge incentives, with other CARB-friendly states expected to follow suit. Today, REE has confirmed that the P7-C has been awarded eligibility for two separate CARB certifications, further incentivizing commercial fleets to purchase.

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Plug in America

JULY 27, 2021

Various states across the United States offer electric vehicle (EV) purchase incentives to help accelerate the adoption of zero-emission vehicles. New Jersey residents may receive up to $5,000 toward the purchase or lease of a new EV. Additionally, EVs sold, rented, or leased in New Jersey are exempt from state sales and use tax. .

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2018

A standard new 2.0-liter This engine is E85-compatible and comes with a standard heavy-duty battery and available heavy-duty alternator to supply power to even the most demanding of upfit applications. Standard Side Wind Stabilization. Standard Rearview Camera.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2014

Together they represent about a quarter of the nation’s new car sales. Sales have doubled over the past year alone, with more than half of those sales occurring in the MOU signatory states. Encourage private fleets to purchase, lease, or rent ZEVs. Earlier post.) As of April 2014, nearly 200,000 have been sold nationwide.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2014

North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific will continue to drive PEV sales, as the technology will have only limited availability in the emerging markets of Latin America and Africa. The requirement has been extended through 2025; however, the mandated sales levels are not likely to be met, Navigant notes. Electric motorcycles breakout.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2019

This step—which certifies the vehicle as a ZEV—is a prerequisite for sales of the vehicle in California. hours (120-mile range) with Lightning’s DC fast charging option (using standard CCS-Combo charging). The new vehicle also is available nationwide. Gen 2 Lightning Ford Transit.

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 30, 2024

Beginning in 2024, eligible customers will have the option to apply the tax credit directly at the point of sale as a down payment by transferring the credit to participating dealers. Sales Performance and Impact of the ID.4 Sales Performance and Impact of the ID.4 4 and how the tax credit enhances its accessibility.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 6, 2024

After EV tax benefits, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 Standard starts at $37,500 (KRW 50 million). The Korean automaker also launched a new “EV Every Care” program for IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and Kona Electric purchases. Hyundai is also providing a “residual value guarantee” that guarantees 55% of the vehicle sales price.

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Electric Vehicles India

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

This brand-new program was introduced to enhance the after-sales experience through multiple benefits. The company will offer the extended warranty not only to prospective customers but also to existing customers who have purchased vehicles in the last three years. Also, consumers can easily use it according to their requirements.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 21, 2017

Canada-based GreenPower Motor Company ( earlier post ) and its California factory direct dealer, School Bus Sales of California, have secured commitments for eleven batteery-electric Synapse 72 school buses from six different school districts in South Coast and North Coast California districts. Synapse Shuttle.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 12, 2024

Hyundai is offering a $7,500 purchase incentive on the 2024 IONIQ 6. It’s essentially like receiving the full EV tax credit with a new purchase. 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 6 trim Battery (kWh) Estimated Range (miles) Starting Price SE Standard Range RWD 53 240 $38,615 SE RWD 77.4 That’s to buy, not for a lease like previous deals.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Heavy-duty electric truck builder Orange EV announced that fleets in California can purchase a new T-Series pure electric terminal truck for less than the cost of a new Tier 4 diesel truck. Once approved, discounts are applied at purchase allowing fleet owners to pay the truck cost less incentive amount. It doesn’t get easier.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

The nonpartisan US Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that federal policies to promote the manufacture and purchase of electric vehicles, some of which also support other types of fuel-efficient vehicles, will have a total budgetary cost of about $7.5 Source: CBO. Click to enlarge. billion through 2019. Indirect effects.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 29, 2024

We spent our last installment reviewing the special and sometimes troublesome engineering that was standard on the Brougham. Since then, I discovered this April 1957 edition of The Cadillac Serviceman , GM’s in-house magazine publication for its dealer service centers. No longer, customers preferred the hardtop coupe!

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 30, 2018

The partnership between Blink and Hubject, which will become operational in early 2019, will provide new opportunities for Blink and auto dealers by providing enhanced access for Blink to car buyers at the point of sale. We exist to enhance the EV customer experience by streamlining EV charging for drivers.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2017

Groupe Renault and Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited have signed a contract for the formation of a joint venture to manufacture and sell light commercial vehicles (LCV) under the Jinbei, Renault and Huasong brands with the goal of achieving 150,000 sales annually by 2022 and an acceleration of electrifying powertrains.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2014

The 2015 e-Golf will go on sale later this year at participating dealerships in select states. The Audi A3 Sportback e-tron is expected to go on sale at participating dealerships in all 50 states in the fall of 2015. The sale of carbon offsets supports the gas collection and flaring project. Installation costs will be extra.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

The Executive Order also directs state government to begin purchasing ZEVs. In 2015, 10% of state departments’ light-duty fleet purchases must be ZEVs, climbing to 25% of light duty purchases by 2020. Establish consistent statewide codes and standards for ZEV infrastructure. Streamline permitting of hydrogen stations.

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The Truth About Cars

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Half a decade later Smith was gone, and the remaining brass began to unwind the costly EDS and Hughes deals and return GM to its standard operating procedure. It would also mean a visit and payment to your local Oldsmobile dealer if you wanted to use guidance in a part of the country not covered by your car’s current set of maps.&

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