GOP intensifies war against EVs and efficient cars

arstechnica.comPublished: 6/6/2025

Summary

This week, Republican leaders in Congress and the executive branch are intensifying their efforts to roll back clean vehicle regulations, aiming to increase carbon dioxide emissions and limit adoption of electric vehicles. They introduced a budget bill targeting key environmental protections, including the repeal of EPA standards on greenhouse gases and pollutants, as well as eliminating CAFE rules and an IRS tax credit for new and used electric vehicles. These moves reflect a broader push by Trump's administration to relax environmental protections while prioritizing economic growth.