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			<h3>Electric Car Basics</h3>		
		<p>There are two types of electric cars, or plug in electrified vehicles (PEVs): Battery electrics (BEVs) which run on electricity only, and plug in hybrid electrics (PHEVs) which first run on electricity from the battery for a shorter range (often the distance of a daily commute, or more), then seamlessly switch to a full tank of gasoline if the battery gets low.</p>[caption id="attachment_2652" align="alignleft" width="300"]<img src="/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/932645662-1024x1024-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" />  PLaceholder Image____ Figure: by permission of Gary Kendall, Ph.D.[/caption]<p>PHEVs therefore will always have the range you need, and can be driven and fueled just like the car you drive now. Today’s BEVs have more range than 90% of commuters and others drive daily. Some models are available in either BEV or PHEV.</p><p>Most BEVs have a range of between 114 and 315 miles depending upon model. They must be recharged when the battery gets low, and can be done slowly (typically overnight at home while you sleep) or more quickly using a public fast charging station. But mostly, they are charged conveniently at home, overnight while you sleep.</p><p>Today’s PHEVs a have a battery range between 14 and 114 miles, and then typically a full tank of gasoline range, 300-500+ miles. When operating in hybrid mode, they also get better gas mileage than comparable gasoline only vehicles.</p>		
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		<p>Which electric car you’ll want depends on how many miles you typically drive per day, what types of long trips you plan to take in your vehicle, and how much passenger and cargo space you need. Answering these three personal questions before car shopping will also lead you to the electric models that best fit your lifestyle and needs. For an interactive online guide of models, visit our partner Plug in America’s <a href="https://plugstar.zappyride.com/cars"> PlugStar “Browse Electric Cars” tool.</a><strong>  </strong></p><p>Plugstar will help you explore your needs and find the best options for you, matching you to the right kind of electric car. Then you can select and compare cars. Once you have found the car(s) you are interested in, review our rebates and incentives section below, and contact us about setting up a test drive via our <a href="#EV_Ambassador_Program">EV Ambassador program</a> or dealer partners.</p>		
			<h2>Rebates and Incentives (Vehicles)</h2>		
		<p><strong>Massachusetts State Rebate. </strong>The Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles (MOR-EV) Program helps residents save money on the cost of the purchase or lease of a qualifying EV. Rebates of up to $2,500 depend on the size of the electric vehicle's battery and/or the type of plug-in electric vehicle (BEV or PHEV). You can apply for the MOR-EV rebate as soon as you get your car, and rebate are typically issued within 75 days. Visit the <a href="https://mor-ev.org/">MOR-EV website</a> to learn more fill out your application.</p><p><strong>Federal EV Tax Credit</strong>. A federal EV tax credit may reduce your net cost to buy or lease an electric vehicle by as much as an additional $7,500. Note that the federal EV tax credit is calculated as part of your tax return filing for the year of purchase and therefore is received by you typically between Feb – April of the following year as part of any tax refund you would receive. For leased vehicles, the credit is taken by the leasing company and a portion of it passed on to the consumer as a lease cost reduction. </p><p>As a non-refundable type of tax credit, like a home mortgage interest deduction, eligibility is based on your annual tax liability, and you can’t roll over the credit to subsequent years. The total amount of the credit is also based on the battery size of the vehicle, so some plug-in hybrid electrics may only qualify for a partial credit amount.</p><p>The credit also phases out per manufacturer after 200,000 vehicles are sold, so it’s important to verify the brand you choose to buy is still eligible.  Check on the status of the federal EV tax credit phase out by manufacturer here: <a href="https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/taxevb.shtml">https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/taxevb.shtml</a></p><p>For more information, refer to the official IRS website EV tax credit page: <a href="https://www.irs.gov/businesses/plug-in-electric-vehicle-credit-irc-30-and-irc-30d">https://www.irs.gov/businesses/plug-in-electric-vehicle-credit-irc-30-and-irc-30d</a>. For definitive information on your federal electric car tax credit eligibility, consult with a qualified tax adviser.</p><p><strong>Local group buy and dealer incentive programs. </strong>There are additional local incentives that can lower the monthly payment costs even further, sometimes to under $200 a month and with no money down. In some cases, combined incentives can mean up to $15,000 off MSRP! One of the most popular local programs is <a href="https://www.greenenergyconsumers.org/drivegreen/">Drive Green</a> brought to you by Green Energy Consumer Alliance. To learn more about how to take advantage of each of these rebates, incentives and special offers, <a href="#Contact_Us">contact us</a>.</p>		
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