Overview

• The Trump administration has instructed states to stop spending federal funds allocated for EV charging infrastructure under the Biden-era NEVI program.
• Legal experts argue the administration lacks authority to halt already approved and funded projects without congressional action, potentially leading to legal challenges.
• NEVI, created through the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aimed to address gaps in EV charging networks with $5 billion in funding over five years, of which $3.3 billion has already been distributed.
• Industry leaders and analysts warn that the directive could slow EV adoption by exacerbating range anxiety and delaying critical infrastructure in underserved areas.
• Private companies, including Tesla, are expected to continue expanding charging networks despite the federal funding freeze, but concerns remain about the broader impact on the U.S. EV market.