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August 4, 2022
Because of the recent “Inflation Reduction Act”, there has never been a better time to invest in an EV and there should be no hesitation because of distance limitations because of the median 234 mile range, says Gil Tal.
Governing
July 17, 2022
Because of strong tax incentives and attractive investment packages, Southern states are “fighting hard” according to Gil Tal, to become major space for EV manufacturing.
ABC News
July 12, 2022
Eli Alston-Stepnitz, Angela Sanguinetti and Mollie D’Agostino discuss reliable and affordable transportation pilot programs launched in Oakland, Bakersfield, and Pittsburgh PA, testing the concept of Universal Basic Mobility.
Streetsblog Cal
July 1, 2022
Research shows early indications that the SmaRT Ride microtransit program can be successful in meeting rural and suburban transportation needs, particularly for low-income travelers.
ITS-Davis Transportation and Climate Blog
June 27, 2022
A study from ITS-Davis and Oliver Wyman reveals a growing market trend for alternative mobility services such as e-scooters and ride-sharing through 2030.
Axios
June 18, 2022
Dan Sperling discussus the three revolutions, electrification, ride-sharing, and automation, which he says will reform the current transportation system we have.
Transport Energy Strategies
April 18, 2022
Katherine Turner writes an essay on the need to integrate metrics of sustainability and equity into all transportation planning.
Eno Center for Transportation
April 14, 2022
Gil Tal talks about the ban on gas powered vehicles in California by 2035 and how to make that happen.
Air Talk
April 14, 2022
While smaller EVs are the better option, Alissa Kendal says that EV hummers help push the electrification of cars in general, which is more important than anything else.
Quartz
April 8, 2022
Dan Sperling discusses the complex system of gas prices and how EVs continue to be a worthwhile investment.
The Mercury News
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