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First I wanted to thank the forum for lots of great information on my Prime, I have learned a lot from reading the messages here.

I recently became aware of a proposed tax in PA (didn't see it discussed in a search). The current proposal House Bill 1392 was put forth by my local representative (D- Mike Carroll) and will charge a $250 yearly tax on Electric vehicles, there is a $75 tax on hybrids (Not sure where they try to slot the Prime), and a $50 tax on EV motorcycles and neighborhood vehicles.

I understand all vehicles need to pay their fare share. I have written to my local representative, senator; also the Lt. Governor, and Governor to voice my displeasure with the proposal. I stated that the state has the information to institute a road maintenance fee based upon weight and mileage as the state has both data points through annual inspections and registration information. If implemented, PA could drop the gas tax which is the highest in the nation and have an equitable...

The article states that additives can double the cycles before the battery capacity is 95%. His goal was a million mile battery.
Tesla Patents New Chemistry for Better Batteries

Camry on top for years, then RAV4 takes the crown. Prius kinda in the middle to bottom.