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5 Reasons to Buy a Used Rivian Truck from Current Automotive

Rivian R1S at Current Automotive

In the rapidly evolving landscape of electric vehicles (EVs), Rivian has emerged as a frontrunner in the race to electrify the automotive industry. With its innovative technology, rugged design, and commitment to sustainability, Rivian has garnered widespread attention and admiration. If you’re considering joining the electric revolution and have your eye on a Rivian truck,…

Understanding the Clean Vehicle Credit

On Friday, August 12th, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law. The “Clean Vehicle Credit” (CVC) portion of the act includes a rewrite of the previous $7,500 Federal Income Tax credit for the purchase of an electric vehicle, but with more restrictions and a different method of realizing the benefit. Here’s what…

Types of EV Chargers

EV Charging 101

Everything You Need to Know About the EV Charging Infrastructure in 2022 There is a lot of talk about public charging infrastructure in 2022. Specifically, if there are enough public charging sites to support the rapidly increasing number of EVs on the road. The answer isn’t so obvious. Fueling an EV isn’t like fueling a…

The Past, Present, and Future of Electric Vehicle Transmissions

Almost all electric vehicles use a single-speed transmission right now, but that might not be the case forever. What’s next for EV gearbox technology?

How much does a Tesla Model 3 Battery Replacement Cost?

Tesla Model 3 Battery

A real work invoice shows just how much it costs to replace a Tesla Model 3 battery pack out-of-pocket. Plus, how does Tesla supply replacement packs?

The Ultimate Guide to Tesla Autopilot

How to check a Tesla’s Autopilot version, and understand what the hardware and software behind the semi-autonomous driving suite is capable of.

How is the range of an electric vehicle calculated?

Electric Vehicle Range Test

Range is the most important statistic to most electric vehicle shoppers – so who measures electric vehicle range and how do they test it?

What is a ZEV Credit and how does Tesla make money with them?

What is a ZEV Credit?

Tesla made lots of money by selling them, but what is a ZEV Credit and how does it work?

Does Tesla still have an unlimited mileage warranty?

Tesla Warranty

Tesla made headlines in the past with its 8-year, Infinite Mileage Warranty for the battery and motors in its cars, but how long does it last today?

Do you need the Tesla Model S Long Range Plus?

The Tesla Model X and Model S Long Range Plus probably won’t make a big difference for your daily driving, but could help on road trips.

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