Lesson Overview
Students will compare and contrast different government programs that offer tax incentives for individuals who use alternative-fuel or low-emission vehicles. Later, you will design your own tax proposals aimed at your particular community.
Lesson Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
Describe the costs and savings related to replacing a gasoline-powered vehicle with an alternative-fuel vehicle.
Locate alternative-fuel stations near their homes or school.
Describe government programs intended to increase purchases of alternative-fuel or hybrid vehicles.
Lesson Essential Questions
1. What motivates individuals to buy alternative-fuel vehicles?
2. How can governments encourage people to buy more alternative-fuel vehicles?
3. What is the true cost of an alternative-fuel vehicle?