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It’s Electric! State jump-starts new auto options
Plug-and-drive electric vehicles Wikipedia
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overnor Andrew Cuomo recently announced the availability of up to $3.5 million for innovative research and development proposals to accelerate the use of electric vehicles, reduce the cost of installing and operating charging stations and provide recommendations on how they can be used for grid resiliency. This investment and efforts to increase the use of electric vehicles support Cuomo’s nation-leading goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40 percent by 2030. “Clean cars are the way of the future, and with a tremendous increase in the number of electric vehicles sold this year, it is clear New Yorkers support efforts to combat climate change,” Cuomo said. “Innovation is what drives New York and we are proud to incentivize the development of improved technologies that will create a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future for all.” The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority will administer the solicitation, which is seeking proposals for research projects that show the potential impact of electric
vehicles on job growth, technical advances, and the overall economy. “New York’s funding commitment for research and development will help expand electric vehicle use and provide consumers with vehicle options that are both economically and environmentally conscious,” said Lieutenant Governor Hochul. “The increased use of electric cars will play a critical role in helping New York achieve Governor Cuomo’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.” An area of particular interest includes proposals for innovative business models and technologies to better manage the relationship between electric vehicles and the electric grid. For example, proposals could focus on: • How to reduce the impact of charging vehicles on the grid; • How vehicles can be integrated into buildings to provide backup power; or • How to remotely manage electric vehicle charging at peak times. Currently, electric vehicles use power from the grid to charge. However, fully charged vehicles can also return power to the grid, which can help provide resiliency during power outages or during
peak times, such as hot summer days. “More and more New Yorkers are seeing the economic and climate benefits of electric vehicles,” said New York State Energy and Finance Chairman Richard Kauffman. “Under Governor Cuomo’s nation-leading clean energy policies, we’re seeing even more consumer interest in these automobiles which will help us meet our emissions reduction goals.” The transportation sector is responsible for 40 percent of energy related greenhouse gas emissions in New York State. Compared to gasoline-powered cars, electric cars are more energy efficient and cost about 50 to 70 percent less to operate per mile. As a result, New York is taking a broad approach to accelerating electric vehicle market growth. Earlier this year, Governor Cuomo announced the Drive Clean Rebate, a $70 million rebate and outreach initiative to encourage the growth of clean and non-polluting electric car use in New York and promote the reduction of carbon emissions in the transportation sector. The initiative has already provided more than $3 million in rebates to New
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Long Island Auto Dealers Generate $48.5 Billion To Area Economy The 2017 Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association (GNYADA) Economic Impact Report recently revealed the enormous impact that Long Island auto dealers have on jobs, tax revenues and philanthropic endeavors in communities across metro New York. According to the comprehensive research study on the economic impact of franchised new car dealerships, Long Island, New York City, Westchester and Rockland auto retailers pumped an astounding $48.5 billion into the economy, provided 68,600 direct and indirect jobs and collected $2.4 billion in state and local taxes. In addition to illustrating the importance franchised new car dealers have on metro New York’s economic health, the study also showed the tremendous investments dealers have in their local communities. Dealers invested $265 million in
schools and hospitals, the investment in infrastructure, and the charitable giving that new car dealers provide every day.” This report clearly proves franchised new car dealerships provide a robust marketplace. Dealers have created a record numbers of jobs, generated opportunity and economic growth in communities across metro New York and returned tax dollars to help support the localities in which they operate. The Association will use the results of this report to educate legislators and the media that this business model is worth protecting. Westbury Toyota at 1121 Old Country Rd. The 2017 New York Metropolitan Franchised New Car Dealership capital improvements to facilities and encouraged and celebrated for the Economic Impact study was commis68,000+ jobs they provide and for contributed another $20.7 million in sioned the GNYADA and conducted charitable donations to local commu- the economic resource they bring by Auto Outlook, an independent nity organizations. to communities across greater New automotive market research firm pro“These figures demonstrate that York,” said GNYADA President Mark franchised new car dealerships Schienberg. “If you have a dealership viding a comprehensive collection of are more critical than ever to the in your neighborhood, think about the market analysis services for automohealth of our economy and are to be jobs, the tax dollars that go to support tive trade associations and dealers.
Students Excel At Automotive Competition Students from the Sewanhaka Central High School District’s Career Technical Education Automotive Technology Program were successful at the Greater New York Automobile Dealer Association’s Long Island Regional Diagnostic Competition on Jan. 11. H. Frank Carey’s Patrick Byrne and New Hyde Park’s Nicholas
Kern captured first place, while Elmont Memorial’s Horace Mitchell and Sewanhaka’s Demetri Clarke placed fifth, qualifying for the New York State Finals against 26 other teams from across Long Island. The students won scholarships to several automotive postsecondary institutions, as well as tools for the automotive program at Sewanhaka.
Students Nicholas Kern and Patrick Byrne are pictured with teacher John Reagan and a representative from the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association. Sewanhaka Central High School District
It’s Electric! Cont’d from page 15A Yorkers for the purchase or lease of electric vehicles. For the first three months following the launch of the Drive Clean Rebate, New York saw electric vehicle sales increase 61 percent over the same time period last year. The state also launched a new electric vehicle campaign that includes the installation of charging stations and incentives for employers to encourage employees to drive electric vehicles, as well as the installation of charging stations along the New York State Thruway. In addition, the governor announced the availability of $2.2 million from the Environmental
Protection Fund in rebates for municipalities to purchase or lease electric, (plug-in hybrid or battery) or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles for municipal fleet use, and for installation of public charging or fuel cell refueling infrastructure. The state also revised regulations to clarify charging station ownership rules and supported research and demonstration projects on new plug-in electric car technologies and policies. As of Nov. 1, there were about 23,000 electric vehicles registered in New York. Funding for this initiative is available through the State’s Clean Energy Fund.
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