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VW ID.4 tax credit, Porsche SUV price, Model Y tops sales charts, Lucid rival: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Porsche puts a price on its electric SUV. 4 EV buyers will be able to claim the full EV tax credit. 4 models qualify for the $7,500 EV tax. Tesla has the top-selling vehicle on the planet, it claims. Lucid teases a Model Y rival. And many VW ID.4 This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Tesla price cuts push EV market toward affordability with broader influence

Teslarati

Tesla cut prices on its cars once again recently and contributed to a broader scope of affordability for electric vehicles. As new vehicle transaction prices declined once again in September, according to Kelley Blue Book data, Tesla is the culprit, helping consumers find industry-leading vehicles for a reasonable price.

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BMW is Willing to Pay to Attract Customers from Other EV Brands

The Truth About Cars

Cars Direct reported that the BMW 2024 BEV Conquest Program includes several other brands, including Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Polestar, Porsche, Rivian, and Lucid. While not currently eligible for federal tax credits, BMW’s EVs can be leased to receive the $7,500 discount others get. Ford Mustang Mach-E and VW ID.4

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Polestar says Tesla is not the competition but Porsche’s new Macan EV is

Baua Electric

If anything, the new Porsche Macan EV is. After slashing prices last year, Tesla’s cheapest Model 3 starts at just $38,990. The Model Y starts at $44,990, and that’s before the $7,500 EV tax credit. Included, prices start as low as $37,490. But the new Porsche Macan EV could be. Tesla sold 1.8

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How EV adoption is soaring in unlikely circumstances, and what could make it better

Teslarati

Automakers across the EV manufacturing industry have been forced to adjust prices and vehicle lineups due to the increased cost of materials and supply chain deals. Rivian was forced to push prices upward due to materials costs soaring after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and these examples are just two of many. .

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How Automotive Dealerships Can Save Money with Battery Energy Storage

Blink Charging

In the evenings, overnight, and on weekends (off-peak), demand is lower, presenting an opportunity for cost-effective energy utilization. Utilities usually provide variable kilowatt-hour (kWh) pricing, distinguishing between on-peak and off-peak hours. For instance, on-peak price may be $0.15

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3 Reasons an Electric Vehicle is the Perfect Present

EV Match

While EVs typically carry a higher initial price tag, they’re on average cheaper to fuel and maintain (no oil changes, head gaskets, timing belts, or spark plugs needed). Car and Driver ‘s comparison did factor in the $7,500 federal tax credit, but it didn’t consider state, utility, and local credits and incentives.