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The upcoming end of federal EV tax credits in September is also expected to cool demand, leading to a slowdown in EV sales. Meanwhile, infrastructure development remains lagging behind policy ambitions, further complicating the electrification roadmap.
Conclusion: A Cautionary Tale for Policymakers
California’s experience underscores the importance of aligning environmental goals with infrastructural realities and economic feasibility. Rushing into aggressive mandates without adequate planning risks backfiring and damaging the very industries and communities they aim to help.