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Despite President Biden's push for electric vehicle adoption to combat climate change, a recent poll shows nearly half of Americans are not likely to buy an EV for their next vehicle. High costs, limited charging infrastructure, and long charging times are major deterrents, with only 19% of respondents very likely to purchase an EV. The Biden administration's goal of 50% electric car purchases by 2030 faces significant public resistance.
US Senator Sherrod Brown is urging President Biden to ban Chinese electric vehicles, citing concerns about the threat they pose to the US automotive industry due to heavy government subsidies and potential security risks. Brown's call comes amid increasing Chinese EV imports to the EU and worries about their impact on the US market. Another senator, Joshua Hawley, has also proposed a significant tax increase on Chinese EVs to protect domestic manufacturing. The debate reflects broader concerns about competition, trade, and national security in the global electric vehicle market.
The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has become a political battleground, with President Biden pushing for their widespread use and Trump promising to restrict imports to protect American auto workers. EVs are seen as a solution to reducing carbon emissions and fighting climate change, but critics argue that they are expensive and have limited range and charging infrastructure. The Biden administration has issued new rules to shift consumers towards EVs, including tough emission standards and investment in charging stations. The politicization of EVs has sparked a culture war, with concerns about job losses, foreign competition, and consumer choice driving the debate. Despite the political divide, some drivers, like Darlene Wilson, are embracing EVs for their economic benefits and performance.