Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2022

Widely ignored, although gaining attention, is China’s strategic positioning as a crucial gatekeeper to several key “green” technologies, including battery energy storage to support electric vehicles (EVs)—specifically, battery electric vehicles (BEVs)—along with stationary storage for power grids.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 30, 2018

ZEVs require significantly less time and money spent on maintenance because they have only about 20 moving parts – about 1,800 fewer moving parts than traditional ICE vehicles. The growth of ZEVs represents a potential drain on motor vehicle fuel taxes, which could affect state transportation revenue.

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Driivz

JULY 3, 2024

Grid and Broadband Access – In most countries, the electric grid serves the majority of locales, even in remote locations. Charging station operators increasingly complement grid connection with solar panels and battery storage, costing additional funds to buy or lease.

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Cars That Think

AUGUST 20, 2022

Most automotive manufacturers say they plan to use renewable energy in the future, but for now, most battery production relies on electric grids largely powered by fossil fuels. about 60 percent of its electricity from fossil fuels, primarily natural gas, which produces less carbon than coal does. AFP/Getty Images.

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 3, 2024

While it depends on where you’re living, EV sales are slowing down and many electrical grids. For example, fuel taxes (which are accounted for when you pay at the pump) are responsible for funding anywhere from a quarter to a third of all roadway maintenance — which would evaporate as more people started driving electric vehicles.

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Blink Charging

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Taxing charging revenue The federal government and many states currently tax sales of gasoline and diesel to fund “related government services like road construction, maintenance, repair, and public transportation.” In Pennsylvania , there is an existing alternative fuel tax in effect.

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