Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Rebates & Tax Credits Don’t Help Most Americans. Even though there are generous EV tax credits, rebates from states and utilities, and other incentives that can save drivers $10,000 or more per EV, most people aren’t aware these programs even exist. EV Climate Loans Help Close the Incentives Gap.

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Affordable Tax Credit Climate Tax 81

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2010

The ministry attributed the rapid rise in vehicle numbers to the government’s stimulus policies, which included lower taxes on small-displacement automobiles, subsidies to replace old vehicles and subsidies to farmers buying vehicles. Around 41% of the vehicles were cars and 51% were motorcycles.

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Purchase Stimulus Auto Automobile 210

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Expansion of the car purchase restrictions policy in China caused a slowdown in the market at the beginning of the year. Tax increases on Kei-cars continued to impact the Japanese market in 2016, with city-cars posting a decline of 4.2%. —Felipe Munoz. compared to 2015. Japanese car sales decreased by 1.6% seen in 2015.

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2016 SUV Global Sale 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 5, 2022

To deliver this latest increase, a small task force of employees from manufacturing, purchasing, strategy, product development and capacity planning are finding ways to quickly adapt and expand production of the groundbreaking pickup. Ford is investing more than $30 billion in electric vehicles through 2025. Earlier post.).

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F-150 Ford North America Production 221

Blink Charging

MARCH 31, 2022

Tax credits and rebates are usually available on the purchase of an EV. The Build Back Better Plan included tax credits a win/win for drivers, the environment, and auto workers, but the plan is stuck in Congress. Is purchasing an EV a good way to handle soaring gas prices? Absolutely!

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Gas-Electric Electric Vehicles Gas Price 52

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2011

Fuel efficiency, safety innovation, and vehicle styling will be the three most important product issues influencing automotive consumer purchase decisions over the next five years, indicating a perceived shift in buying priorities, according to the 12 th annual global automotive survey conducted by KPMG LLP. Investments.

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Global Auto Fuel 2010 218

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2013

Depending on location, some consumers may purchase the 2013 LEAF for as low as $18,800 with qualifying federal and state tax credits, putting the LEAF on par with gas-powered vehicles of its size. Eligible consumers can take advantage of a $7,500 federal tax credit, and some states and municipalities offer additional incentives.

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2013 Nissan Tax Credit Tax 360

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

Tax credits and gasoline prices necessary for various electric vehicles to be cost-competitive with conventional vehicles at 2011 vehicle prices. That finding takes into account both the higher purchase price of an electric vehicle and the lower fuel costs over the vehicle’s life. Source: CBO. Click to enlarge. billion through 2019.

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Tax Credit Gasoline Tax Gasoline-Electric 252

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 1, 2012

With AS&G (Auto Stop & Go, i.e., a stop-start system) and other technologies applied, the M and G trim levels achieve fuel economy of 27.2 These trim levels thus qualify for the Japanese government’s “eco-car” classification thus are exempt from acquisition tax and motor vehicle tax at the time of purchase. km/liter (54.6

Japan 287

Japan Mitsubishi MPG Gasoline 287

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2019

As auto manufacturers invest billions to bring self-driving vehicles to market and to increase consumer choice in battery-electric vehicles, many consumers still lack confidence in these technologies. Attributes scoring lowest include likelihood of purchasing an electric vehicle and reliability of electric compared to gas-powered vehicles.

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Power Powered Vehicles Purchase 170

Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2012

China has made progress with automotive energy-saving technologies over the past 10 years through implementing passenger car fuel consumption limits and the use of fiscal policy to encourage the purchase of small cars, the government statement noted. 2012 Chinese Auto Industry Development Report. International cooperation.

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Auto Industry Industry Industrial 2015 334

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Specifically, CARB has not collected or evaluated sufficient data to allow it to determine whether or how its incentive programs, which pay consumers in exchange for purchasing low- and zero-emission vehicles, reduce GHG emissions beyond what CARB’s regulations already require. emission vehicles. earlier post.). powered vehicles.

California 349

California Climate Change Emissions Purchase 349

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Californians have purchased or leased more than 100,000 ZEVs. The 8 ZEV states are working together to develop incentives to encourage consumers and businesses to purchase ZEVs, as well as collaborating to streamline codes and regulations dealing with recharging and refueling infrastructure.

Maryland 268

Maryland Sale Massachusetts Rhode Island 268

EV Adoption

JANUARY 22, 2022

I’m estimating 28,000 as an executive with a leading auto analyst firm confirmed to me privately that their registration estimates for 2021 put the RAV4 Prime and Wrangler 4xe as a toss up. Auto Industry Analyst. I can’t tell you our exact number but if they beat RAV it was very narrow. Flip a coin. Rocksteadyrobk, 4xeForums.

Jeep 98

Jeep PHEV Tax Credit Sale 98

Green Car Congress

MARCH 30, 2009

In his short address, the President confirmed details that had emerged over the weekend about the next steps for the two auto makers. If they and stakeholders are unable to reach an agreement, we can’t justify additional tax dollars to keep Chrysler in business. Earlier post.). President Obama.

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Obama Chrysler GM Congress 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2014

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has published a new white paper detailing the differences in the fiscal policies used to support electric vehicle sales across eleven major auto markets. Norway has the highest share of electric automobile sales (BEV and PHEV combined) at about 6% of all passenger cars sold in 2013.

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Market 2013 PHEV Norway 253

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2010

A coordinated government policy to encourage consumers to purchase these vehicles. Based on our research of consumer attitudes toward these technologies—and barring significant changes to public policy, including tax incentives and higher fuel economy standards—we don’t anticipate a mass migration to green vehicles in the coming decade.

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2020 Global Electric Vehicles Hybrid 250

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 30, 2010

Included among these is a pilot program for Pay As You Drive auto insurance, intended to incent reduction in vehicle miles travelled (VMT). Incentives for consumers to shift their vehicle purchases to more fuel-efficient (or lower. Pay As You Drive (PAYD) Auto Insurance Pilot. GHG) models. reduction). fewer accidents.

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Massachusetts 2020 Emissions Auto 244

Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2011

In sync with its past annual auto studies, AlixPartners continues to predict that US auto sales will climb more slowly, and to a lower peak, than many others are predicting. Specifically, the firm estimates US auto sales will reach just 12.7 billion in 2010 profit on a net margin of 4.6% billion on a net margin of 4.3%—things

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Auto Industry Industry Industrial Auto 199

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 6, 2014

The government can continue to offer generous subsidies to prop up EV purchases within the mainstream market, or can choose to spend the money to nurture PEV niche markets, thus realizing the societal benefits of PEVS more efficiently and effectively. Vehicle tax credits or rebates. —Green et al.

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Plug-in Plug Tax Credit Tax 271

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 27, 2010

Pataki suggested some approaches: Autos. Incentivize auto manufacturers, for example, by exempting the profits resulting from the sale of the first 10 million vehicles that deliver more than 75 mpg from any corporate taxes. ” Pataki suggested converting the tax credit to a rebate, for three years or for five.

Tax Credit 284

Tax Credit Tax Vehicles Grid 284

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2013

per gallon US) subsidy and fuel excise and value-added tax exemptions, and ( b ) a prospective future scenario with no form of government support measures. In 2009, the number of private cars owned in China exceeded the United States, resulting in it being the world’s largest auto market. gallon US) with tax exemption and a $0.16/liter

Gasoline 351

Gasoline China Tax London 351

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2009

Chinese domestic auto makers were expected to produce and sell more than 8 million units of vehicles in first eight months this year respectively, said Chen Bin, director of the Department of Industry under the NDRC. In January, China cut the purchase tax on passenger cars to 5% for models with engine displacements of less than 1.6

China 218

China Stimulus Vehicles Automobile Manufacturer 218

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

MW solar park at Chattanooga is owned and operated by Silicon Ranch; VW has signed a 20-year power purchase agreement. Prior to opening the Solar Park, the Chattanooga plant became the first auto plant in the world to receive LEED Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council in 2012. Click to enlarge.

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EPA Green Power Powered 385

Plug in America

JULY 22, 2024

auto industry globally competitive. To spur EV adoption and increase Americans’ access to and the affordability of EVs, Congress passed legislation called the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which President Biden signed into law. As a result, the EV tax credits are complicated. The impact of the IRA is huge.

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Tax Credit Tax Congress Cleaning 98

Green Car Congress

APRIL 12, 2013

The new engine will be first introduced in China in the all-new Ford Mondeo, making its public debut later this month at Auto Shanghai 2013 ( earlier post ), with applications following in the Fusion sedan in North America this year, and later the new Mondeo in Europe. Ford Motor Company officially launched the new 1.5-liter

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Fusion Water Ford Engine 246

Baua Electric

APRIL 29, 2024

Introduced in August 2022 by the US Congress, the IRA is considered one of the most significant climate legislation aimed at lowering domestic inflation — notably brought on by the global energy crisis amid measures to tackle climate change. A key stated goal of the act is to reduce carbon emissions by around 40% by 2030.

Japan 52

Japan Lithium Ion India China 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 7, 2009

Bolstered by government stimulus plans, sales of autos in China likely reached a record high of 1.15 China unveiled a support package for the auto industry early this year, cutting purchase taxes for cars with small engine capacities and providing subsidies to rural purchasers. People’s Daily.

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Stimulus Package China Sale Minivan 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

Reduce fees, taxes and upfront costs for electric vehicle owners and invest in battery research. Heightened public awareness, easy access to financing, reduced barriers to purchase, and a well-planned and maintained charging infrastructure will help the state become a leader in electric vehicle deployment by 2025.

California 265

California Electric Vehicles Climate Change Vehicles 265

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

In their study, Slemrod and Sallee focus on “car notches”—where small changes in behavior lead to large changes in tax liability or the amount of a subsidy—in policies intended to encourage the production and use of fuel-efficient vehicles. mpg) that lead to large changes in tax liability or the amount of a subsidy.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 186

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 31, 2014

They calculated benefits over the duration of ownership of the vehicle, assumed to be six years based on the average length of time a new vehicle is retained by the purchaser. The sales dataset was purchased from IHS, and included electric vehicle regulations by make and model in each state in 2013. per year in recent years.

Sale 374

Sale PHEV District of Columbia North Dakota 374

Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2011

Conventional automotive technologies have significant emission-reduction potential, according to a draft of the Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) latest report on automotive propulsion, Powering Autos to 2020. —“Powering Autos to 2020” (draft). —“Powering Autos to 2020” (draft).

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CO2 Electric Cars 2020 United States 246

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2009

So for the majority, rebates are not changing behavior—they are subsidizing planned purchases. Chandra says that governments could garner greater environmental benefits by purchasing carbon offsets (currently priced between $3 and $40 per tonne on carbon markets) or investing in green jobs and technologies. Ambarish Chandra.

Carbon 218

Carbon Hybrid Emissions Canada 218

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

GM described its approach at the Washington Auto Show. Provide state tax credit for vehicles ($2,500/16 kWh vehicle) and charging equipment and installation at home/multi-family home/workplace/public (up to $3,000/home; $30,000/other site with 10 charge ports). State Government. City and County Governments. City and County Governments.

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Plug-in GM San Francisco Plug 150

Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

More details at: Group Seeks US Tax Credits To Spur Electric Car Use. “A coalition of auto makers, battery manufacturers, utility operators and shipping companies wants the U.S. to offer tax credits for buying all-electric plug-in vehicles as part of a $128 billion program to get seven million such cars on the road by 2018.

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Volt Tax Credit Cash For Clunkers Tax 100

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2016

Expanded technology offerings include the available Audi virtual cockpit, Audi smartphone interface with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration for compatible devices, Audi connect PRIME and PLUS services (6-month trial subscription) and MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, further raising the bar as to drivers can expect from electric vehicles.

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Audi PHEV Tax Credit 2017 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 1, 2011

Deutsche Bank’s China Auto analyst, Vincent Ha, continues to see robust light vehicle sales over the next few years, with a slow to about 11% YoY growth in 2011 (due to a high base from the 2010 surge, and reductions in government stimulus), followed by sustainable low double digit growth in 2012. An explosion of hybrid sales in Japan.

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Transportation Gasoline Lithium Ion Gasoline-Electric 250