A leading transportation association president argues that the shift toward electric vehicles demands a fresh look at how road funding is structured, as the decline in gasoline taxes threatens to leave a critical revenue gap. With traditional fuel-based funding models under pressure from rising EV adoption, the debate over alternative financing mechanisms—such as mileage-based fees or congestion pricing—has taken on new urgency. Critics and supporters alike are weighing whether current systems can adapt or if a broader overhaul is needed to sustain infrastructure without burdening drivers. The discussion comes as policymakers grapple with balancing environmental goals with the practicalities of maintaining highways and public transit.
Association president Blair Qualey says the future of transportation funding is a legitimate topic for discussion, given the impact the growing number of electric vehicles will have on traditional ...
