In a move that could significantly impact the growing electric vehicle (EV) market in the United States, lawmakers have proposed introducing an annual fee of $130 for EV drivers. The proposed fee, which is part of a larger infrastructure bill, aims to generate revenue to help maintain and upgrade the country's roads and highways. However, critics argue that the fee could disproportionately affect low-income households who are more likely to own EVs as a more affordable option, potentially slowing the transition to cleaner transportation. As the proposal makes its way through Congress, the EV industry and environmental groups are closely watching to see how this policy will shape the future of electric vehicles in the US.
Congress proposes annual US$130 fee for EV drivers Automotive World