Electric Vehicles and EPA's Tailpipe Rule
The article discusses the controversy surrounding the EPA's new tailpipe rule, which sets a fleetwide emissions standard target of 57 miles per gallon by 2032. It highlights challenges faced by the electric vehicle industry, including slow sales, high costs, limited charging infrastructure, and issues related to critical minerals sourcing and the electric grid.
Key Points
- EPA's new tailpipe rule aims for a fleetwide emissions standard target of 57 miles per gallon by 2032
- Challenges faced by the electric vehicle industry include slow sales, high costs, limited charging infrastructure, and issues with critical minerals sourcing
- The article raises concerns about the practicality and readiness of electric vehicles for mass adoption
Cons
- Slow sales of electric vehicles
- High costs associated with electric vehicles
- Limited charging infrastructure
- Challenges related to critical minerals sourcing
- Issues with the readiness of the electric grid