"Electric Vehicle Boom Fuels Growing Concerns Over Inequality. As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) surges, a worrying trend has emerged: the wealthy are once again leading the charge. While EVs are touted as a sustainable and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional gas-guzzlers, a new study suggests that the current boom risks exacerbating existing social and economic inequalities. With luxury EV models fetching six-figure price tags, critics argue that the technology is being priced out of reach for low- and middle-income households, perpetuating a cycle of environmental privilege that favors the affluent."
Wealthy people were the first to buy electric vehicles. The current boom risks entrenching inequality The Conversation