On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order that revokes the Biden administration's goal for electric vehicles (EVs) to make up half of new car sales by 2030.

The Trump administration has halted federal support for electric vehicles, significantly impacting the industry as it gains momentum.

This includes a pause on federal funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, which was established by the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law to support the installation of EV chargers across the U.S.

The pause in federal funding for EV chargers is expected to slow the transition to electric vehicles by delaying the establishment of a necessary charging infrastructure, which is crucial for alleviating range anxiety among potential EV users.

Despite the funding pause, the overall trend in the U.S. shows an increasing number of EV sales, indicating a continued interest in electrified transportation, although the rollout of charging infrastructure remains insufficient.

In 2023, approximately 3,555,900 EVs were registered in the U.S., an increase from previous years, demonstrating growing consumer interest.

Ending tax credits could save the federal government $168.5 billion from 2026 to 2035, according to a Harvard analysis.

Experts predict that the removal of tax credits will slow EV adoption and significantly increase carbon emissions, with a potential rise of 20.3 million metric tons by 2030 compared to projected levels under current policy.

Supporters of the rollback argue that EVs should compete without subsidies, while critics warn it could lead to factory closures and increased emissions.

State-level incentives for EVs remain unaffected by the federal rollback of clean car policies, with some states continuing to support EV initiatives.

States have responded differently to the halt in funding; some, like Alabama, have completely paused their EV charging programs, while others have sought to fill the funding gaps with state resources.

Legal challenges are anticipated regarding the Trump administration's decision to nullify previously approved state plans for NEVI funding, questioning the legality of the Secretary of Transportation's actions in revoking these plans.