Browsing: Politics
The Politics category on EVMagz covers the political and regulatory decisions shaping the future of electric mobility worldwide. From emissions mandates and government incentives to trade disputes and industrial policy, this section tracks how policymakers and public institutions influence the direction of the EV industry.
Readers can explore in-depth coverage of EV subsidies, taxation changes, emissions regulations, infrastructure funding, import tariffs, industrial strategies, climate legislation, and political developments affecting automakers, suppliers, and consumers across global markets. The category also examines the broader geopolitical and economic implications of transportation electrification.
Whether you are an industry professional, policymaker, investor, or EV enthusiast, the Politics category delivers timely analysis and expert reporting on the policy decisions driving the global electric vehicle transition.
US Representatives Mark DeSaulnier of California and Greg Stanton of Arizona have introduced legislation to extend a federal programme allowing…
The U.S. government said on Friday it has filed lawsuits to block California from enforcing stricter emissions standards for heavy-duty…
The U.S. government has effectively ended the market for fuel economy compliance credits, dealing a financial blow to electric vehicle…
Croatia’s State Fund for Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency will provide €21.2 million in subsidies to commercial buyers for the…
Canada’s government said it will invest in 33 projects aimed at accelerating the country’s shift to electric vehicles (EVs), with…
India’s Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has announced amendments to the PM E-Drive scheme, including a two-year extension for certain…
The European Commission has approved a joint venture between Germany’s Bosch and Japan’s Mitsubishi Corporation to provide battery swapping services,…
U.S. Department of Energy to Allocate $1 Billion to Strengthen Domestic Critical Minerals Supply Chain
By James Bryant
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) said it will provide about $1 billion to advance mining, processing, and manufacturing technologies…
Slovenia will roll out a new €9.2 million subsidy programme in September to encourage purchases of fully electric vehicles, extending…
Serbia’s Ministry of the Environment has suspended subsidies for the purchase of new electric cars and two-wheelers after the current…
The United Kingdom has expanded its Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme to include 17 eligible electric vehicle (EV) models, as…
The Trump administration has released new guidelines for states to distribute $5 billion in federal funding for electric vehicle charging…
Australia may introduce a road tax for electric vehicles (EVs) as federal and state governments consider ways to offset declining…
Japan’s chief trade negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, has called on the United States to promptly implement tariff reductions agreed under a…
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $21 million in funding to support pilot projects that expand access to shared…
Italy plans to launch a new €600 million incentive programme for electric vehicles as early as September, targeting the purchase…
Brazil to Raise Import Duties on Disassembled EVs and Hybrids 18 Months Ahead of Schedule
By Jackson Han
Brazil’s foreign trade committee, Gecex-Camex, said it will implement a 35% import duty on disassembled electric and hybrid vehicles 18…
Germany will implement a new regulation, the Road Traffic Remote Control Ordinance (StVFernLV), on December 1, 2025, establishing the first…
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States will impose a 15% tariff on imports from South…
Thailand has revised its electric vehicle (EV) incentive policy to allow carmakers greater flexibility in meeting local production requirements, aiming…