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Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by bwilson4web, Apr 14, 2017.

  1. bwilson4web

    bwilson4web BMW i3 and Model 3

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    We've dealt with hybrid skeptics for years who spread a lot of FUD and now this:
    A True or False Quiz on Hybrids, Plug-In Cars and Fuel Economy | Edmunds

    (NOTE: take the " " out of this:
    https: //www.edmunds.com /car-news/tips-advice/a-true-or-false-quiz-on-hybrids-plug-in-cars-and-fuel-economy .html )

    "Hybrid cars save you money."
    False    .
    . . .
    "If you want to save money on gas, you really need a new hybrid, plug-in hybrid or EV."
    False.
    . . .
    "Fuel economy is all about the car and its technology."
    False.
    . . .
    "EVs can work for anyone."
    False.
    . . .
    "EV range is inadequate for most people."
    False.
    . . .
    "If you buy an EV, you can get a federal tax credit."
    True — for now.
    . . .
    "There's no point in buying a used EV."
    False.
    . . .
    "Miles per gallon is a good indicator of fuel economy."
    False    .
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    Ok, I'm going to print a copy of their report but right off the bat is a fixed assumption of how many miles individuals drive. Granted, Edmunds uses 15k miles, it turns out some of us are road warriors with 18-20k or more miles. This is the usual 'one size fits all.'

    Bob Wilson
     
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  2. Prodigyplace

    Prodigyplace 2025 Camry XLE FWD

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    You need to strip the PriusChat URL crap off in order to view the quiz.
     
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  3. mikefocke

    mikefocke Prius v Three 2012, Avalon 2011

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    Also interesting on the edmunds site it an article on how the death of rebates will affect sales (has historically, predicted for the future). Citing research that shows EV and hybrid shoppers do lots lots more research on rebates and tax credits and deals than a ICE shopper. So overall cost sensitivity. Also Tesla is half way to the 200k limit so even if the current law stays in effect, how many of the Model 3 reservations will back out of the deal when the tax credit is no longer available for Tesla vehicles.
     
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