Donald Trump's comeback is bad news for electric cars

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🗞️ Driving the news: Donald Trump’s return as president-elect poses a potential setback for electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S., with plans to scale back incentives for EV purchases and investments in charging infrastructure
• Trump has been vocal against electric cars, positioning them as detrimental to American jobs and beneficial to Chinese manufacturers

🔭 The context: Under Joe Biden, EVs were heavily promoted through subsidies and incentives, contributing to a jump from 1% to 7% of new car registrations between 2019 and 2024
• In contrast, Trump’s administration is expected to cut back on support for EVs, potentially impacting U.S. automakers and infrastructure projects focused on the EV transition

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Scaling back EV support could hinder U.S. progress on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from transportation, one of the largest carbon-polluting sectors
• Additionally, reducing EV incentives could slow the country’s transition to a lower-carbon economy

⏭️ What's next: Trump’s administration may target California’s ability to enforce stricter emissions standards than federal regulations, affecting nearly a third of the U.S. auto market
• EV-related policies will be critical for the upcoming COP29, where transportation decarbonization is a focal point

💬 One quote: "I’m for electric cars. I have to be, because Elon [Musk] endorsed me very strongly," Trump said, showing mixed support due to his relationship with Tesla’s CEO

📈 One stat: 71% of Republicans in a 2023 Gallup poll said they would not consider buying an electric vehicle, compared to just 17% of Democrats

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