Biden's war on gas cars will cost Americans a fortune
EPA released strong pollution standards to expand clean vehicle choice, target unrealistic EV market share. Limited charging infrastructure and high costs challenge EV adoption. [ more ]
Electric Vehicles Aren't Ready for Extreme Heat and Cold. Here's How to Fix Them
Extreme cold weather affects the performance of lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles, leading to longer charging times and reduced driving range.
Carmakers and scientists are working on solutions to improve the performance of EV batteries in extreme weather conditions. [ more ]
The Switch to Electric Vehicles Was Always Going to Be a Slog
Consumers in the US are hesitant to purchase pricier electric vehicles, with the average transaction still more expensive than gas-powered vehicles.
The underdeveloped public charging system in the US and limited availability of affordable electric models are barriers to mass adoption of electric vehicles. [ more ]
EV tax credit rules get extension in big win for automakers
Extended EV tax credit rules with mineral exemptions influence U.S. automakers' supply chains and foreign material dependency, affecting consumer EV purchases. [ more ]
How to boost EV sales? Pay drivers to turn in old polluting cars
Scrappage programs like Colorado's Vehicle Exchange Program are gaining traction in the US as a way to incentivize clean car purchases and remove high-emission vehicles from the road.
The program offers rebates of up to $6,000 to anyone who buys a new EV and surrenders a combustion-engine car.
The US has a high number of registered vehicles and an aging fleet, making scrappage programs a timely solution for promoting EV adoption. [ more ]