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UC Santa Cruz prof suggests self-driving cars will torpedo parking pricing as effective congestion management policy; “incentive to create havoc”

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In this paper, I identify and analyze a new channel through which AVs will have unambiguously negative environmental consequences—the removal of parking pricing, one of the most effective congestion management policies, from the urban transportation policy toolbox. His paper is published in the journal Transport Policy.

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Lightning Systems accepting orders for LightningElectric battery-electric upfit for Ford Transit; price and specs

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EV Conversion Price $69,000 $89,000. Maximum Speed 55 mph (electronically limited). Options DC Fast Charge (50kW) Analytics (predictive maintenance, route scoring, range analysis, driver behavior, geofencing) Extended warranty up to 8 years Upgraded 12V battery system doubling capacity to support additional accessories.

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive priced at $41,450 for US; 85-mile range

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The Mercedes-Benz MY14 B-Class Electric Drive ( earlier post )—the first electric offering for the brand in the United States—is priced at $41,450, excluding $925 destination and delivery. The electrically driven B-Class accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.9 The MY14 B-Class Electric Drive. Click to enlarge.

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How Safe Are EVs for Fleets?

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Many fleet owners and operators are interested in reducing operational and maintenance costs with electric vehicles (EVs), but they worry about vehicle safety. Maintenance is one of the areas where EVs are safer than ICE vehicles because they have far fewer moving parts.

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Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

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The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid will be $28,370 for the AWD XLE and $33,610 for the AWD Limited. The RAV4 Hybrid will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.1 miles at lower speeds (below approximately 25 mph). The RAV4 Hybrid comes in two premium grades: XLE and Limited.

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Tesla Model 3 named as one of the winners in KBB’s 5-Year Cost to Own Awards for 2022

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This includes the vehicle’s price, maintenance costs, fuel or charging rates, any state tax, and registration fees, as well as a car’s depreciation over a 5-year ownership period, among others. The Tesla Model 3 has been receiving price increases over the past months, but it is still a pretty bang-for-the-buck electric car.

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6 Easy Ways to Boost Car MPG

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As we collectively experience the rise in the pricing of everyday items, it’s natural to look for new ways to save up money. The current inflation definitely didn’t only affect the price of our groceries—as diesel and gas became more expensive, too. You use 20% more fuel if you drive your car at 75 mph instead of 62 mph.

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