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EIA: State tax rates for retail gasoline and diesel increased in 13 states in 2023

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In January 2023, state taxes and fees on gasoline and diesel fuel averaged $0.3163 per gallon (gal) of gasoline and $0.3388/gal of diesel fuel, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). These taxes have increased in 13 states since July 2022. These Superfund taxes include a $0.09

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Congressionally-created Commission Recommends Mileage Tax Instead of Fuel Tax for Transportation Infrastructure Financing

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A bi-partisan Congressionally-created commission has recommended a shift from motor fuel taxes to direct fees charged to transportation infrastructure users—i.e., a federal mileage fee—as a way to reform financing of the US transportation infrastructure. The nation faces a crisis. of GDP today. Summary of revenue options.

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Massachusetts Governor Proposes $0.19 Increase in State Fuel Tax to Support Transportation Projects

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As part of a comprehensive reform plan to simplify the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ transportation system, Governor Deval Patrick is proposing a fuel tax increase of $0.19 The increased fuel tax is intended to be in lieu of an increase in tolls. per gallon—a 81% increase of the current $0.235 per gallon.

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Next 10 report finds California will meet or exceed original target of 1.5M ZEVs by 2025

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Factors driving acceleration or deceleration of ZEV adoption include price, performance, choice, convenience, and public policy. Current trends suggest that barriers to EV adoption such as price, range, selection and charging-time will continue to diminish, as costs come down and technology improves. Grid overload is another concern.

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Analysis concludes that current transportation policy in most US states will likely worsen GHG emission trends in US

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Suggested strategies to change the trajectory of climate change while improving travel choices for Americans include: Balancing state transportation investments by using state and federal resources to support robust public transportation service, prioritize highway repair and safety over new capacity, support non-motorized.

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Profile: Li-ion Battery and Pack Supplier Valence Technology

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In order to price a vehicle you need to contact a sales agent. When asked about battery product pricing, Donaghy replied “ Everyone wants to know price, we would agree that we need to get the cost of the energy down. Obviously, we would like to see our share price improve, but wouldn’t everybody. Click to enlarge.

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FedEx and VW EV Plans, Second GM Battery Factory – EV Week in Review: Mar 2 – Mar 8

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The sales process will lock in “transparent and set pricing models”—and technically makes its EVs available online. ” – March 7, Business Insider via Yahoo Finance. Qell, which is led by former General Motors executive Barry Engle , raised $350 million in its IPO last year. – March 8, via Green Car Reports.

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