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Tesla models eligible for IRA tax credits in 2024

Teslarati

The base Model 3 and Long Range variant no longer qualify for the IRA tax credits. The most significant changes to the IRA related to EV components sourced from foreign entities of concern (FEOC), which included countries like China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia. The Teslarati team would appreciate hearing from you.

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Tesla signs lithium supply agreement with China-based company 

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market, the source of battery minerals has become essential to qualifying for the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) EV subsidies, which range from $3,750 to $7,500. The United States has labeled China, Russia, North Korea, Iran, and other countries as nations of concern. For electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the U.S.

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Polestar delivers brand’s first EVs not made in China

Baua Electric

It offers up to 315 miles of range from a 111-kwh battery pack, with a standard dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain rated at 489 hp and 620 lb-ft of torque, or 517 hp and 671 lb-ft in optional Performance Pack spec. Polestar 3 deliveries The Polestar 3 is a platform-mate of the Volvo EX90, which is built at the same South Carolina plant.

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2025 Polestar 3 starts at $74,800 and 315 miles, US deliveries in Q2

Baua Electric

Polestar points to a maximum charge rate of 250 kw, good for a 10% to 80% charge in 30 minutes, and estimated EPA range ratings (not yet official) at 279 or 315 miles. At launch, the entire 2025 Polestar 3 lineup will have dual-motor all-wheel drive, with an output of 489 hp and 620 lb-ft of torque, and a 111-kwh battery pack.

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Good News and Bad News: Changes to the Federal EV Tax Credit in 2024

EV Life

In addition, battery sourcing requirements can also affect a vehicle’s eligibility. The full $7,500 tax credit is split into two parts, each worth $3,750. Vehicles can qualify for none, both, or either of these credits. or a trade partner.

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Space Station Incident Demands Independent Investigation

Cars That Think

Finally, on the last available in-range pass, controllers tried a new command format that the onboard computer did recognize and acknowledge. As it crossed over Russian ground sites, controllers in Moscow sent commands, and the spacecraft didn't answer. The mission—and the entire ISS project—was saved, and the American side never knew.

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What happened to the Tesla Cybertruck & Model 3’s IRA tax credit eligibility? 

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The Tesla Model 3 and FEOC As of January 1, 2023, the Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Model 3 Long Range (LR) are no longer eligible for the full $7,500 EV tax credits under the IRA. China, Russia, and North Korea are on the list of FEOC nations. Meanwhile, the Cybertruck RWD isn’t available yet.