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Is A Tax On Electricity (kWh) Consumed The Best Way to Supplement the Fuel Tax for Electric Vehicles?

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As sales of electric vehicles begin to reach significant numbers across the US, states are exploring approaches to replace lost tax revenue since EV drivers don’t pay fuel taxes as drivers of gas-powered cars do at gas stations. Unfortunately there is currently no simple and agreed upon best replacement for the fuel tax.

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JATO warns of widening disparity between WLTP correlated NEDC values and existing NEDC data

Green Car Congress

This could result in significant financial penalties for automotive manufacturers in EU member states where CO 2 drives taxes. This is nearly 2g/km higher than the 8g/km previously seen in April 2018. The analysis of the volume weighted effect of re-homologation finds that a difference of 9.6g/km

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Study finds behavior-influencing policies remain critical for mass market success of low-carbon vehicles

Green Car Congress

Policies to entice consumers away from fossil-fuel powered vehicles and normalize low carbon, alternative-fuel alternatives, such as electric vehicles, are vital if the world is to significantly reduce transport sector carbon pure-emissions, according to a new study. Click to enlarge.

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UK auto industry warns anti-diesel agenda and slow uptake of EVs could mean missing 2021 CO2 targets; rising CO2 average in 2017

Green Car Congress

The SMMT New Car CO 2 Report 2018: Driving the transition to a low carbon future showed that carbon tailpipe emissions rose last year for the first time in two decades by 0.8% Because diesel cars typically consume less fuel than gasoline equivalents they emit, on average, 15-20% less CO 2. less CO 2 than those they replaced.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

Green Car Congress

Promote electric vehicle adoption by increasing access to charging infrastructure and supporting the development of plug-in electric vehicles that are as accessible, available, and convenient as gasoline-powered vehicles. It will also list current tax credits and incentives applicable to EV charging.

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Road Test: 2021 Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium

Clean Fleet Report

liter four-cylinder gasoline engine mated to an 8.9 The Niro PHEV, which debuted in 2018, had a facelift in 2020 that carries-over to the 2021 model. The Niro PHEV qualifies for federal tax credits and state rebates, and in some states, is eligible for a HOV sticker. kW electric motor. Smooth Design: Out and In. LXS $30,765.

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Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range

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Federal and state tax credits could reduce your final price, and it should qualify for a HOV sticker. With ample passenger and cargo space, interior comfort features, and a smooth and quiet ride, the Mach-E is sure to replace many a gasoline powered crossover SUV in garages everywhere. Photos by John Faulkner and Ford. [