Green Car Reports

JUNE 13, 2019

Lower maintenance and repair needs plus lower energy costs can make a very convincing case for electric car ownership. Then, electric vehicles have an issue that can.

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CleanTechnica EVs

OCTOBER 10, 2024

continued] The post Reader Question: High Mileage & Long-Term EV Maintenance appeared first on CleanTechnica. For people who only lease EVs and switch to a new one every 2-3 years, this generally matters very little, as you don’t usually get to the point.

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CleanTechnica EVs

DECEMBER 14, 2022

We’ve written about the total cost of ownership of automobiles for a decade, comparing the total cost of ownership of electric cars to the total cost of ownership of fossil-powered cars.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 22, 2023

A DIY Electric and Hybrid Car Maintenance Guide Essential Tools and Tips to Get You Started This article may contain affiliate links. Hybrids and electrics need maintenance, too Electric and hybrid vehicles are not just a trend; they’re the future of automotive technology.

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CleanTechnica EVs

OCTOBER 22, 2021

This is a companion piece to CleanTechnica Chief Editor Zach Shahan’s recent article about his maintenance costs on two years with his Tesla Model 3 Standard Range+. Zach and I are compadres because we bought our Model 3s at about the same time in 2019 and both sprang $6,000 for Full Self Driving (FSD). Zach […].

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CleanTechnica EVs

APRIL 12, 2022

Tesla Maintenance In this article, I’m going to focus on the brake fluid test, but I figured I’d include the ENTIRE Tesla Recommended Maintenance below, since it is so small. Some […].

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 11, 2023

I had the air filter changed today, which means it’s time for another update on the car’s operation and maintenance costs. The last time I wrote an update on my Model 3 maintenance costs was in August 2022, when […] My Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (SR+) is 3 months away from its 4-year birthday.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Green Commuter, an LA-based startup introducing a vanpool and car share service there with a fleet of Tesla Model X vehicles ( earlier post ), has received a $750,000 grant from the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) to launch an electric car sharing service in the Tennessee city.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 29, 2021

This has been something that electric vehicle fans have been telling people for years. Whoops, I should say: decades. Actually, BEV fans were probably even saying this more than a century ago.)

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CleanTechnica EVs

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Electric cars are just like gas cars — until they’re not. In this FAQ series, we’ll explore that 1% of the time that EVs are just different enough to require some explanations.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MARCH 6, 2023

I know that in principal EVs are much less complex than cars with internal combustion engines. It is much more complex than an electric motor. In addition, ICE cars have very complex transmissions (replacement cost ~$5000). I am a huge EV and Tesla fanboy. An internal combustion engine (ICE) replacement cost is ~$7000.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 30, 2018

Hochrad purchased his first hybrid car more than 15 years ago, and over the years has driven dedicated electric vehicles as well. His new NEXO will deliver about five times the driving range of his first all-electric car.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 8, 2020

Electric cars require much less maintenance than internal-combustion vehicles, but owners still need to be aware of certain maintenance practices. This video from Hyundai offers five tips for maximizing battery life. That goes hand in hand.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2018

Propelled by growing public concerns about the environment and thanks to incentive policies, the enthusiasm among consumers in China for new-energy vehicles (mainly electric cars) has been steadily increasing, with consumers also expecting breakthroughs in battery technology, according to a recent J.D. in China in 2016.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 7, 2021

The gas tax remains one of the main funding sources for road infrastructure, which has led to cries that electric-car drivers aren't paying their fare share of road maintenance costs. Consider electricity a fuel. A new bill circulating through the Minnesota legislature calls for an "electric fuel" tax for EVs.

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CleanTechnica EVs

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Valvoline hopes to lure EV buyers away from dealer service centers.

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CleanTechnica EVs

OCTOBER 17, 2021

I recently had a service visit for a couple of things, but rather than write only about them, I figured it would be useful for people to see our full service history with the car. We’ve had our Tesla Model 3 SR+ for a bit more than 2 years now. I’m going to go backward […].

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The Driven EV News

JULY 8, 2023

Fuel and maintenance savings means some electric vehicle owners are already cutting their transport costs "from day one". The post Why electric cars are already almost cheaper than petrol peers appeared first on The Driven.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 2, 2024

An electric car is something you need to experience to fully understand. The post How I Stopped Worrying And Learned To Love The Electric Car appeared first on CleanTechnica. It is quiet, comfortable, and powerful.

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Baua Electric

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Below are detailed specifications that are commonly associated with electric car motors: Type of Motor: Common Types: Electric cars typically use one of two main types of electric motors: Brushless DC (BLDC) motors or Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM).

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The Driven EV News

AUGUST 16, 2022

Australian drivers could save $20 billion in fuel and maintenance costs by 2030, if fuel efficiency standards drive a rapid uptake of EVs. The post Australian drivers could save $20 billion by 2030 in rapid switch to electric cars appeared first on The Driven.

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Baua Electric

MAY 1, 2023

Electric cars, also known as electric vehicles (EVs), have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their efficiency, low operating costs, and reduced carbon emissions. With the world’s focus shifting towards sustainable energy, electric cars have emerged as a promising solution for the future of transportation.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

The circular economy model implemented in Flins will be based on a set of complementary and convergent loops, aimed at encouraging the use of a vehicle instead of its ownership; extending its life through maintenance; and reusing it or reusing its components for other uses, when other solutions are no longer possible.

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CleanTechnica EVs

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

We were totally excited on October 22, 2019 when we drove our Tesla Model 3 Long Range away from the Tesla Salt Lake City Delivery Center. We’ve just passed our 3 year anniversary! Our odometer as I write this reads 80,821 miles. I wanted to determine how much battery degradation had occurred over that time […].

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

There are many benefits to owning an electric car, but anything that is good will have its downfalls. The good thing is that with an EV , you save on the basic annual ownership costs, especially if you keep up with the suggested maintenance. Everything about an EV–except for fueling and maintenance–can be expensive.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2019

The name “Elli” stands for “electric life”, because we intend to enable a lifestyle that fully integrates the electric car in people’s everyday lives. In future, customers will not only meet Volkswagen in dealerships and in their vehicles but also in their homes, where half of all electric car owners charge their vehicles.

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Get Electric Vehicle

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Launching into the world of electric vehicles (EVs) promises exciting opportunities for longevity and efficiency. Adequate maintenance and savvy practices are pivotal in reaping the full benefits of your EV for years to come. Keeping up with these maintenance tasks ensures your EV operates reliably and lasts longer.

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EV Connect

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Understanding Electric Car Range EV range, put simply, is the distance a car can travel on a single charge. per year, and with proper maintenance it can be even lower. Routine Maintenance Making sure your EV is operating properly will benefit your range. Drivers want to know not just “How far can I go?”

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CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 13, 2024

To avoid the worst impacts of climate change we need to switch from gasoline and diesel to electric vehicles powered by clean electricity as soon as possible. While driving an electric vehicle (EV) can save drivers on fuel and maintenance, the upfront cost of electric cars and trucks can be.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 26, 2023

New to the World of Electric Cars? As the world transitions towards a greener and more sustainable future, electric cars have emerged as a promising solution to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. What Is an Electric Car?

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 24, 2023

Furthermore, the vehicle maintenance model has been improved and among other points, now considers urea usage for diesel-powertrains. These numbers lie between the values of a large electric SUV and a conventional gasoline- or diesel-powered counterpart.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 7, 2022

EVs Are Low Maintenance, But Still Need Care. Switching to an electric vehicle has a spectrum of benefits. In addition to being environmentally friendly, they reduce fuel expenses, improve your image and eliminate some maintenance concerns. Maintenance Upsides of EVs. Electric Vehicles Have Unique Maintenance Needs.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 13, 2023

Electric vehicles have grown more affordable throughout 2023, and many have found them even cheaper than driving gas cars over their lifespan. From reduced lifetime maintenance costs and savings on charging, can EVs really be cheaper than owning and driving gas cars?

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 12, 2022

One of our writers, Fritz Hasler, recently wrote a short review of his Tesla Model 3 Long Range after 75,000 miles and nearly 3 years of ownership. We’ve had our Model 3 Standard Range for just slightly longer than Fritz has had his, but we’ve driven ours far less. I’ll wait to write a full […].

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 11, 2022

My wife and I are still just as thrilled with our Tesla Model 3 in almost three years of driving since we took delivery on October 22, 2019. My odometer just hit 75,000 miles. The ultra-smooth, quiet, rocket-like acceleration as well as multiple software updates, culminating in Full Self Driving (Beta), have kept us excited […].

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Both the high-performance electronics for the charging connections and the communication interface to the electric vehicles were integrated into the system. This charging controller automatically adjusts the power to be delivered so that different electric cars can be charged with an infrastructure.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2023

million in the Service4Charger GmbH, a Berlin-based provider for the planning, installation, operation and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure. million in the Service4Charger GmbH, a Berlin-based provider for the planning, installation, operation and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure. bp ventures has invested €7.5

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