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Chevrolet begins shipping 2022 Bolt EUV and EV to dealers

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Chevrolet has begun shipping the new 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV and redesigned 2022 Bolt EV to dealers and expects them to arrive on dealer lots soon. Earlier post.) 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV.

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Volkswagen of America to invest $20M in 50-state EV dealer readiness program

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As a direct result of the program—which will continue through June 2022—Volkswagen dealers have added 23,490 kW of charging capacity, trained more than 1,260 EV service technicians, and implemented dedicated EV Specialists to create e-mobility centric consumer experiences across the country.

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Survey: Dealers think Biden is moving too fast on EVs

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Dealers think the Biden administration's EV policies are forcing the auto industry to move ahead of market demand, according to a new Automotive News survey. The publication's 2024 Dealer Outlook Survey compiled responses from 208 U.S. car dealers and dealership managers.

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Maserati partners with Future Energy to electrify dealer network

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Maserati, the Italian luxury and performance automotive brand and the only luxury brand of the Stellantis Group, is partnering with Future Energy to electrify its dealer network. This partnership proves Maserati’s dedication to helping their dealers adapt their business processes and embrace the future of electrification.

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NADA aims to turn car dealers into EV experts in 90 minutes

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The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) has launched a certification program it claims can turn car salespeople into EV experts in just 90 minutes. Called ElectrifIQ, the program aims to prepare dealers to address common consumer questions, relating to things like charging times and costs, total cost of ownership, and available.

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VW ID.4 AWD Pro to reach dealers in Q4 with starting MSRP of $43,675

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4 AWD electric SUV, bound for dealers in the US in the fourth quarter. Volkswagen revealed the new ID.4 With two electric motors, max 295 horsepower and an estimated 0-60 mph time of 5.7 seconds for the AWD Pro model, the ID.4 4 AWD offers performance and all-weather traction with a starting MSRP of $43,675.

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Kia dealers are already gouging away on EV9 electric SUV prices

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CarsDirect reports that national dealer inventory data currently shows EV9 markups of up to $7,000 over MSRP. Price gouging has already hit one of the most anticipated new EVs of the year—the 2024 Kia EV9. One dealership confirmed to the website that every EV9 on its lot had a $7,000 markup, in fact.

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