Yes. Once tesla hits the 200k cars sold mark, the rebate drops from $7500 to $3500. They are expected to hit that number early 2018

Contrary to popular belief, the US infrastructure Ian well regarded. The Kiev Institute ranked the US 4th behind Germany, Singapore, and Hong Kong. We are near the top in spending well. The worst ranking I have seen in objective studies is 11th overall. Again, with near the top in spending as well.

Unfortunately, that’s every thread. I’ve stopped reading comments for any information, and now, when I do read them, it’s literally just to chuckle at the inevitable argument that occurs.

I am aware the Volt is an EREV. It is also a PHEV. As I stated earlier, all EREVs are PHEVs. Your original comment was not discussing the tax credit but rather discussing the implicit range anxiety question when talking about driving to Vegas. I have corrected you to the correct terminology, but I will again…

I agree it’s a major problem and a significant shortcoming from both the marketing departments and dealer networks. No one knows the difference between HEV and PHEV and BEV (or EV as most people outside of the industry call it). And those are just based on hybrid vehicle architecture. Then you have people confusing…

That’s a reasonable counterpoint, though I can only imagine the build quality issues the Model 3 will face, as it will be the first time Tesla truly goes mass production to the levels of traditional OEMs.

All EREVs are PHEVs. Not all PHEVs are EREVs. You are correct in that the only propulsion source is electric motors in EREVs. However, the industry specifically differentiates this from EVs. It is pure ignorance on your part to assume that an EREV and an EV, in the context to which this article and the original…

Honestly, you can’t have it both ways. Cheap/long-range EV/premium interior and styling. Pick 2. And I’m not a GM fanboy, but you can’t seriously be complaining about GM build quality while ignoring the horrendous build quality on the Model S and X, both priced at a premium level.

That’s because the two cars you just mentioned are PHEV’s (assuming that the i3 had the range extender option). This is different than a full EV. On a PHEV, there is an ICE, typically smaller in size, works with an electric motor to form a genset, charging the battery while driving, while another electric motor…

I fear your extremely reasonable opinion will be lost among the trolls or the extremely egotistical “liberals” on this website. Keep up the good work.

Did you actually read the police report? The police interviewed everyone mentioned in this piece. Your take on it suggests you didn’t actually read the report. I’m not saying I agree with the result of the investigation, but it is obvious you didn’t actually read it.

The police did. It’s in the full police report (or at least the 23 page one I read).

That’s a reasonable opinion. I work in the field, so I am already very familiar with the PHEV vs EV distinction. I always considered the confusion to be a detriment and annoyance rather than a learning opportunity for the consumer.

First of all, the main limitation to EV usage is battery technology. It has been and will still be the main limitation. ESS R&D is extremely expensive and difficult to do. No aUtomotive OEM is vertical in battery development because it costs so much. Which is why LG and Panasonic are doing it all and then selling it…

You are correct, the gen 2 Volt does drive a marginal profit.

They did the spark EV. I’ll believe you if they also did the Cruze (too lazy to google). It’s a similar EV in operation as the Nissan Leaf. 40 ish mile range that isn’t anything more than a second “around town” commuter. The Bolt is the first attempt at a true EV that circumvents the “range anxiety” issue for…

They ARE breaking even/running a small profit on the 2nd gen Volt. Again, most hybrid/EVs don’t see profits until late 2nd gen/3rd gen of the vehicle.

No hybrid or EV outside of the luxury segment makes money it’s first generation. It’s clearly a long term strategy for GM. That’s where the market is heading anyway

Most car companies lose money on the first generation of hybrid/EV vehicles. This is a long term strategy. The Prius and the Volt both had losses their first generation. Tesla’a profit (do they run a profit on S’s? I honestly don’t know) comes from their ability to price in the luxury car segment

Why do you assume racism is the only (or most likely) reason trump was elected? Looking at post-election voting demographics, The same people who voted for trump in MI, PA, and WI are the same people who voted for Obama twice.