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LATEST "CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" EV TEST DRIVE AND EDUCATIONAL EVENT SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDES

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Montag, Oktober 9, 2023

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), the area's new-car dealer association and producer of the Chicago Auto Show, successfully concluded its second annual fall Chicago Drives Electric experiential test drive and educational event last week. Organizers plan to, once again, bring Chicago Drives Electric indoors to the 2024 Chicago Auto Show this February 10-19, at McCormick Place.

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Organizers plan to, once again, bring Chicago Drives Electric indoors to the 2024 Chicago Auto Show this February 10-19, at McCormick Place.
There's no other event quite like Chicago Drives Electric where people are able to test drive an array EVs back-to-back.
Featured brands available for test drives included: Audi, Cadillac, Chrysler, Ford, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Nissan, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.
In fact, nearly 50 percent of Chicago Drives Electric attendees indicated that they are likely to consider purchasing an EV."

The Race Is On for Better EV Batteries for Automakers; They Can't Do It Alone

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Montag, August 21, 2023

Recent research shows estimates that the USD 49.0 billion electric vehicle battery market will reach USD 421.1 billion by 2032.

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Recent research shows estimates that the USD 49.0 billion electric vehicle battery market will reach USD 421.1 billion by 2032.
With the big push for electric vehicles, the battery story is still evolving, especially when it comes to safety.
The Company will implement its KULR ONE Design Solutions ("K1-DS") platform to accelerate design readiness for the Automaker's advanced EV roadmap.
From the news: Recently, EV automakers have been looking to high-performance, silicon-anode batteries and other technologies to improve the driving range and cut costs of future electric vehicles.

Kelley Blue Book Analysis: Average New-Vehicle Transaction Prices Up Less Than 1% Year Over Year, Smallest Increase in Decade

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Mittwoch, August 9, 2023

Compared to the start of the year, transaction prices are down 2.7%, or $1,335, the largest January to July tumble in the past decade.

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Compared to the start of the year, transaction prices are down 2.7%, or $1,335, the largest January to July tumble in the past decade.
"New-vehicle prices, primarily driven by cuts in luxury and electric vehicles, are decreasing as inventory is steadily improving.
According to Kelley Blue Book estimates, the lower prices at Tesla are likely helping with sales volume.
For comparison, Kelley Blue Book estimates incentives averaged 5.9% of ATP in July 2021 and 10.3% in July 2019.

Ford EV Customers To Gain Access to 12,000 Tesla Superchargers; Company to add North American Charging Standard Port in Future EVs

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Donnerstag, Mai 25, 2023

Ford Motor Company said today it reached an agreement with Tesla Motors that will provide Ford electric vehicle customers access to more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across the U.S. and Canada, doubling the number of fast-chargers available to Ford EV customers starting Spring 2024.

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Ford Motor Company said today it reached an agreement with Tesla Motors that will provide Ford electric vehicle customers access to more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across the U.S. and Canada, doubling the number of fast-chargers available to Ford EV customers starting Spring 2024.
Ford will equip future EVs with the NACS charge port, removing the need for an adapter for direct access to Tesla Superchargers, starting in 2025.
Overall, this provides a superior experience for customers.”
The BlueOval Charge Network is already North America’s largest public charging network with over 84,000 chargers including access to over 10,000 public DC fast-chargers.
Additionally, Ford dealers are adding roughly 1,800 public-facing fast-chargers and locations to the BlueOval Charge Network by early 2024.

Zeeba Powers Up its Fleet Electrification Goals with Ford Pro™ Charging and adds Ford’s Mustang Mach-Es, F-150 Lightnings, and E-Transits to its Lineup

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Donnerstag, April 27, 2023

Zeeba® Automotive Group, Inc. , a customer-centric fleet management company (FMC) announces it will expand fleet management electrification support to customers leveraging Fords’ vehicles and Ford Pro charging solutions.

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Zeeba® Automotive Group, Inc. , a customer-centric fleet management company (FMC) announces it will expand fleet management electrification support to customers leveraging Fords’ vehicles and Ford Pro charging solutions.
The agreement includes the purchase of Ford Pro™ AC Charging Stations that will charge any vehicle make and model in Zeeba’s fleet.
Ford Pro’s vehicles, charging solutions and software will help us reach our goal,” said Kayvon Marashi, Chief Executive Officer at Zeeba.
“We look forward to working with Zeeba to help them meet their fleet electrification goals,” said Philip Podgorny, Ford Pro, General Manager, Commercial and Government Sales.

Canada's First Business-Focused Electric Vehicle Expo Announced

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Dienstag, April 25, 2023

TORONTO, April 25, 2023 /CNW/ - EV adoption is accelerating in Canada, with 20% of new car sales expected to be electric within three years.

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TORONTO, April 25, 2023 /CNW/ - EV adoption is accelerating in Canada, with 20% of new car sales expected to be electric within three years.
This represents a significant pivot in how and where we fuel our vehicles, with workplaces, condominiums, retailers, universities, fleet depots and municipalities now providing electric vehicle charging alongside traditional fuel retailers.
The challenge is that many of these organizations do not understand how to cost-effectively install or operate this infrastructure, or which suppliers and installers can support them.
This May, the nation's first-ever EV & Charging Expo is coming to Toronto to help the broader business community make informed decisions when adopting commercial electric vehicles and installing the infrastructure to charge them.

Ford Becomes America’s Best-Selling Brand in the First Quarter on Rising Sales for Trucks, Vans, Broncos, Large SUVs, EVs, Mustang

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Dienstag, April 4, 2023

Ford’s overall vehicle sales – Ford Blue, Ford Pro, Model e and Lincoln – totaled 475,906, up 10.1 percent with estimated share up over a year ago.

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Ford’s overall vehicle sales – Ford Blue, Ford Pro, Model e and Lincoln – totaled 475,906, up 10.1 percent with estimated share up over a year ago.
Ford’s EV sales grew 41.0 percent in the first quarter on sales of 10,866 electric vehicles.
Sales by Ford Pro of the E-Transit, America’s best-selling electric van last year, climbed 62.7 percent.
Ford’s sales growth and investments are a direct result of strong customer demand across our truck, SUV, and electric vehicle segments.

SafeHaven Pest Control Decreases Carbon Emissions with Merge Fleet Solutions' Electric Vehicle Pilot Program

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Dienstag, April 4, 2023

Merge Electric Fleet Solutions and SafeHaven Pest Control announced the successful completion of an Electric Vehicle Pilot Program (EVPP™) that included the first deployment of a 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric pickup to SafeHaven's business fleet.

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Merge Electric Fleet Solutions and SafeHaven Pest Control announced the successful completion of an Electric Vehicle Pilot Program (EVPP™) that included the first deployment of a 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric pickup to SafeHaven's business fleet.
"SafeHaven is proud to not only have been a part of Merge’s pilot program but also to have successfully incorporated EV technology into our fleet," said Michael Bosco, President of SafeHaven Pest Control.
“It is not realistic to replace 100% of the vehicles in a corporate fleet immediately,” said Glen Stancil, CEO of Merge Electric Fleet Solutions.
It includes how Merge determined the best fit EVs for SafeHaven’s fleet and the right charging infrastructure for its operations.

U.S. News Announces the 2023 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars

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Mittwoch, März 29, 2023

WASHINGTON, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2023 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars. U.S. News evaluated 107 vehicles and named winners across nine categories.

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WASHINGTON, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2023 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars .
The 2023 Lexus ES Hybrid won the award for Best Luxury Hybrid for the second year in a row, while the 2023 Lexus NX Hybrid won the Best Luxury Plug-In Hybrid award.
The 2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid was again awarded Best Plug-In Hybrid, the 2023 Toyota Prius was recognized as the Best Hybrid Car, and the 2023 Lucid Air was named the Best Luxury Electric Car.
The 2023 Best Best Hybrid and Electric Cars:

Ford Pro Working with Ernst & Young LLP to Help Customers Understand Electric Vehicle Tax Credits

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Donnerstag, März 16, 2023

Ford Pro™ is expanding its one-stop shop for commercial customers with the announcement of a new program designed to help fleets understand Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) electric vehicle tax credits.

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Ford Pro™ is expanding its one-stop shop for commercial customers with the announcement of a new program designed to help fleets understand Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) electric vehicle tax credits.
Ford’s commercial division is working with professional services firm Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) to help provide customers with information on potentially valuable tax credits and incentives designed to make electric vehicle adoption more affordable.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230316005487/en/
Ford Pro electric vehicles: F-150 Lightning, E-Transit van and Mustang Mach-E. (Photo: Business Wire)
Under the IRA, commercial customers may qualify for potential electric vehicle tax credits of up to $7,500 per EV purchased.
Businesses that purchase and install Ford Pro Charging equipment may also qualify for IRA tax credits.