Republicans in Congress passed the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act,' affecting federal support for electric vehicles and ending the EV tax credit for new and used vehicles after September 30.
The Plugged-In Podcast discusses the current challenges and importance of electrifying transportation with Ben Prochazka, Executive Director of the Electrification Coalition.
Prochazka emphasizes the need to focus on EV technology, jobs, and competitiveness to drive EV adoption, as the EV industry faces political challenges.
Despite policy setbacks, there are optimistic outlooks for the future of electric cars, with advancements in technology, scaling manufacturing, and decreasing costs pointing towards a shift to electric transportation.