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Transportation accounted for nearly 16% of household expenditures in 2018

Green Car Congress

The largest portion of transportation expenditures was for vehicle purchases. Gasoline and motor oil, public transportation, and other vehicle expenditures such as maintenance, repairs, insurance, etc. Transportation expenditures were second only to housing (33%). were also included in the transportation category.

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Feature: How Expensive Is EV Maintenance?

Clean Fleet Report

All vehicles require some form of maintenance. That said, drivers will typically spend less on long-term maintenance than they would for an internal combustion engine (ICE) car over time. So, just how expensive is EV maintenance overall? Average Maintenance Costs. Preventive Maintenance Tips for Your EV.

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The Average U.S. Household Spent Nearly $10,000 on Transportation in 2020

CleanTechnica EVs

Transportation expenditures include vehicle purchases, gasoline and motor oil, other vehicle expenses (maintenance, insurance, etc.), The average American household spent $9,826 on transportation in 2020, which accounted for 16% of all annual household expenditures. and public transportation costs.

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2018 Honda Accord Hybrid features third-generation MMD two-motor system; no heavy rare-earth metals in motors

Green Car Congress

The engine is paired with two Honda-developed electric motors—a propulsion motor and a generator/starter motor—that are the first drive motors in the world to use permanent magnets containing no heavy rare-earth metals. The new hybrid powertrain features a 2.0-liter 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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President Obama issues Memorandum on Federal fleet performance to push for alternative fueled vehicles; GSA pilot project on EV purchases

Green Car Congress

GSA announced its initial purchase of more than 100 electric vehicles for a vehicle pilot. In the Memorandum, the President specifically directs that by 31 December 2015, all new light-duty vehicles leased or purchased by agencies must be alternative fueled vehicles, such as hybrid or electric, compressed natural gas, or biofuel.

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From Recreation to Everyday Transport: The Growing Appeal of E-Bikes

Plug in America

Meet the e-bike. A battery and small electric-assist motor on a bike frame allows riders to climb hills and reach higher speeds with each boosted pedal for less effort than a regular bike. million barrels of oil. Voucher amounts increase for the purchase of cargo or adaptive e-bikes. Sounds too good to be true, right?

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Feature: Top 6 Reasons Why an EV Is the Right Choice

Clean Fleet Report

An electric motor produces torque that propels the car faster than conventional gas-powered vehicles. Low Maintenance Costs. An electric car does not require a regular oil changes or tune-ups. It has fewer parts that would need constant maintenance and replacement. Zero Carbon Emissions. Electric Vehicles are Affordable.