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Ford Focus Electric in California qualifies for $10K in tax credits, HOV access

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California buyers of the Ford Focus Electric will be able to receive up to $10,000 in tax credits ($2,500 state, $7,500 federal) and enjoy high-occupancy vehicle lane (HOV) access after the car was just approved for California’s Clean Vehicle Rebate Program ( CVRP ). 3 and 7, respectively, for the worst congestion in the US.

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Firefly & Hyundai Motor America create pilot program to offer rideshare fleets & drivers new vehicles with bonus income up to $3,600/year

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Firefly, a fast-growing in-car and car-top mobility media company and a Google Ventures-backed startup, will collaborate with Hyundai in promoting its vehicles—including EVs—to rideshare fleets and drivers across key US cities.

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Sonata Plug-in Hybrid buyers are currently eligible for a $4,919 federal tax credit. Hyundai engineers implemented many active safety technologies for the Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in to assist drivers and help prevent accidents. This system is another tool that helps Sonata drivers benefit from active safety technologies.

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Road Test: 2022 Polestar 2 Single Motor EV

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This screen is where the heart of the Polestar 2 lives: the Google Android Automotive operating system and apps. The practice of calling out everything to the Google assistant takes some getting used to and feels a bit ahead of itself at times. Federal and state tax credits could reduce the price you pay. Duck in back.

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How EV Charging Boosts Value at Commercial Real Estate

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Increasing property value Property improvements like electric vehicle charging, smart technology, or LEED certification can help increase property value (and commercial rents). Public EV charging maps like Blink or Google Maps can help you attract new customers to your property. Is your property within 1 mile of the highway?

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Volvo XC40 Recharge and Polestar 2: EV cousins offer different takes on “premium”

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Android running the dashboard means Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Play Store, and more, are instantly available and work the way you already use them. Hey, Google” is deeply ingrained in a lot of users by now, and Android finally makes voice commands practical in a car from a major maker.

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Volvo XC40 Recharge EV to start at $53,990 in US before qualifying tax incentives

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The purchase of an XC40 Recharge may qualify for a federal tax credit of up to $7,500. Volvo Car Group is the first company to team up with Google on integrating an infotainment system powered by Android, with the Google Assistant, Google Maps and the Google Play Store built-in.

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