EV Tax-Credit Info
EV Tax Credit
Updated August 11, 2025 By Rick Cotta NOTE: Legislation passed in July of 2025 discontinues the Clean Vehicle Credit (EV Tax Credit) after September 30, 2025. It was originally set to expire at the end Read more…
New-Car Info
New-Car Info
Updated August 11, 2025 By Rick Cotta While this section is devoted to listing the lower-priced EVs available on the new-car market, it seems warranted to start with a note about the Clean Vehicle Credit, Read more…
Plug-in Hybrids: the EV Alternative
Plug-in Hybrids: the EV Alternative
By Rick Cotta Headings below, in order: In Praise of Plug-in Hybrids Advantages What Plug-in Hybrids are Available? List of New Plug-in Hybrids Used Plug-in Hybrids How to Evaluate a Used Plug-in Hybrid ______________________ In Read more…
Used-Car Info
Tips on Buying a Used Electric Vehicle
Updated February 4, 2025 By Rick Cotta Note: There’s now a $4000 tax credit for used EVs as part of the Clean Vehicle Credit, which is described under the “EV Tax Credit Info” icon (a Read more…
Is an Electric Vehicle Right for Me?
Is an Electric Vehicle Right For Me?
Updated February 4, 2025 By Rick Cotta For most folks, an electric vehicle only make sense if: 1. You can charge at home — preferably in a garage — to get back at least as Read more…
EV Basics Worth Knowing
EV Basics Worth Knowing
Updated February 4, 2025 By Rick Cotta Topics below, in order: The Federal $7500 EV Tax Credit Powertrain Differences “Regen,” the Fact a Motor is Also a Generator, and the Beauty of One-Pedal Driving Batteries Read more…