electric cars
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PublishedAugust 1, 2023
Ford restarts factory after retooling to increase F-150 output, says orders are up
Two weeks ago, Ford slashed prices on the electric trucks by thousands of dollars across the board in anticipation of increased factory output, falling costs for battery raw materials and internal efforts to scale production.
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PublishedJuly 3, 2023
Tesla and China’s BYD post record sales on surge in electric-vehicle demand
In addition to slashing prices across its lineup, Tesla has offered perks such as 3 months of free fast-charging in the U.S. and insurance-related subsidies in China to stoke sales.
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PublishedApril 22, 2023
‘Every day should be Earth Day’: Celebration, rally held in Portland
The city and its residents tout the strides toward sustainability, with a rally and march from Monument Square to Portland City Hall, and an event at Payson Park.
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PublishedMarch 19, 2023
Ready to rev an electric vehicle? Maine buyers are running into roadblocks
It's not just how hard it is to find an EV amid pent-up demand; there's also tight financing and a web of complex tax credits.
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PublishedDecember 20, 2022
Postal Service pledges move to all-electric delivery fleet
It's set to buy at least 66,000 electric trucks in the next five years.
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PublishedOctober 15, 2022
As electric car production falls short, flippers step up
The years-long wait for some new electric vehicles is creating a reselling frenzy.
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PublishedMarch 21, 2019
Maine to provide $5.1 million in subsidies to give a boost to electric car sales
The state will use money it received in the Volkswagen settlement to fund the program, which also will include at least 50 vehicle charging stations.
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PublishedDecember 30, 2018
Bay State preps for roads, rail overhaul
Suggested goals for meeting a future of all-electric vehicles and climate challenges have drawn applause from some environmental groups.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2018
State prepares to install string of high-speed chargers for electric vehicles
Seven stations scattered from Kennebunk to Jackman are expected to come online next year, giving vehicles a fast charge that will take them 240 miles.
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PublishedDecember 10, 2018
GM fights government to retain tax credit for electric cars
Preserving the $7,500 tax incentive for buyers is crucial for GM as the company pivots from internal combustion engines in favor of building cars powered by batteries.