Automakers and even some Republicans may fight to preserve funds, and environmental activists will likely sue, but some experts said that some changes may not survive legal challenges.

The popular $7,500 federal EV tax credit is also under review, with Trump suggesting it may be eliminated.While no formal announcement has been made, the executive order expressed intent to end policies that “effectively mandate” the purchase of EVs.

Trump says he plans in his first days in office to end what he calls the EV mandate, allowing Americans to buy whatever cars they want. While he didn’t give specifics, Trump is likely referring to Env

His order specifically calls for ending waivers so states can limit gas-powered car sales, which likely means he’ll take on California again on those grounds.

President Trump revoked the executive order signed by former President Biden in 2021 that ensure 50% of all new vehicles sold in the U.S. would be electric by 2030. In his inauguration speech, President Trump decided to undo what he labeled as the electric vehicle mandate to save the U.

President Trump is walking back Biden's electric vehicle policies by cutting tailpipe emission standards and pulling funding for EV charging.