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Rhode Island’s DRIVE EV program encourages sustainable transport

Teslarati

Why Tesla Model Y tax credit inclusion is good for some and bad for others Used EVs are also a part of the program but offer smaller rebates. The rebates can be stacked with the federal EV tax credits, which can offer as much as $7,500 off of qualifying EVs. Supply chain constraints have made getting some new vehicles tough to come by.

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Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck delay, Model Y in Europe, $40,000 cap on tax credit, and more

Electrek

This week on the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including the Tesla Cybertruck delay, the Model Y coming to Europe, and the proposed $40,000 price cap on electric cars to get the $7,500 tax credit.

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How to Save Big on a Tesla with Colorado’s New EV Tax Credit

EV Life

With climate change awareness increasing, gas prices continuing to climb, EV charging stations expanding, and tons of new EV options hitting the market each year, it’s no surprise that electric vehicle purchases are skyrocketing. Which Tesla Vehicles Qualify for Colorado’s $5,000 Tax Credit? So act fast for maximum savings!

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Report Finds That Urgent Changes in Transport Financing Required to Enable More Sustainable Transportation Globally

Green Car Congress

A key change will need to take place in how the costs of transport are internalized, as the wider costs to society arising from road accidents, poor health, social impacts and environmental degradation, often described as the ‘external' costs, are currently excluded from the price that transport users confront.

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Maven deploying its first all-electric shared-use fleet in Austin; 20 Chevy Bolts

Green Car Congress

Pricing starts at $229 per week plus taxes. Drivers can see vehicle availability and pricing via the mobile app. Austin is a perfect partner for this launch because of the city’s commitment to innovation and sustainable transportation. Reservations and pickup date/time can be scheduled through the app.

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ABI Research sees annual EV sales at 2.36M units worldwide in 2020; importance of autonomous EVs in Internet of Things

Green Car Congress

Overall, EV sales have been disappointing so far due to a lack of choice and perceived personal benefits, high purchase prices, and most importantly, consumer anxiety about range, maximum speed, recharging times, and the lack of public charging infrastructure. —ABI VP and practice director, Dominique Bonte.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

Baua Electric

The Indian government has introduced various incentives and initiatives, such as subsidies and tax benefits, to promote the adoption of electric autos. Additionally, electric autos contribute to reducing noise pollution as they operate silently, creating a more peaceful and sustainable transportation environment.

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