A potential new federal fee could significantly impact the affordability of electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States. Starting this fall, drivers of EVs and plug-in hybrids may face a new excise tax on the sale of these vehicles, which could add thousands of dollars to the sticker price. The proposed fee, which would be imposed by the federal government, aims to offset the revenue lost from the phase-out of a tax credit for EV manufacturers. As the EV market continues to grow in popularity, this development could have far-reaching consequences for consumers and the automotive industry as a whole.
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