Electric Vehicle Chargers

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
CBS anchor confronts Pete Buttigieg on lack of progress in building electric vehicle chargers despite billions in investment. Buttigieg defends federal spending on EV chargers and sets goal of 500,000 chargers by 2030.

Key Points

  • President Biden's goal of 50% of U.S. car sales being electric vehicles by 2030
  • Federal investment to fill gaps in charger infrastructure not yet profitable for private sector

Pros

  • Increased focus on electric vehicles for environmental benefits
  • Goal of 500,000 chargers by 2030 to support EV infrastructure

Cons

  • Decreasing interest in Americans in purchasing electric vehicles
  • Challenges in building enough charging stations with federal investment