Green Car Congress

JANUARY 30, 2018

Accounting for that mileage and state and federal incentives, the smart fortwo ED and the Nissan Leaf have the lowest total cost of ownership of any of the 17 models studied, which include both ZEVs and internal-combustion-engine (ICE) vehicles. Grid overload is another concern.

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 3, 2024

While it depends on where you’re living, EV sales are slowing down and many electrical grids. 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.

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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.

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Cars That Think

AUGUST 20, 2022

The total cost of purchasing and driving one—the cost of ownership—has fallen nearly to parity with a typical gasoline-fueled car. Scientists and engineers have extended the range of EVs by cramming ever more energy into their batteries, and vehicle charging networks have expanded in many countries. EVs have finally come of age.

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