The EV transition isn't just about cars – the broader goal should be access to clean mobility for everyone

According to a United Nations report, the U.S. is one of the top three global exporters of used cars. A 2020 study funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation found that low-income households in Atlanta were less likely to benefit from state and federal EV incentives than higher-income household...

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Published inThe Conversation U.S
Main Author Syal, Sita M
Format Newspaper Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Boston The Conversation US, Inc 01.02.2023
Subjects
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Design
Emission standards
Employment
Households
Low emission vehicles
Low income groups
Public transportation
Rural areas
Tax credits
Trucks
Vehicles
United States > US
California
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Summary:According to a United Nations report, the U.S. is one of the top three global exporters of used cars. A 2020 study funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation found that low-income households in Atlanta were less likely to benefit from state and federal EV incentives than higher-income households, because the incentives were awarded as credits against income taxes owed. Rural areas face unique transportation challenges Almost one-fifth of Americans live in rural areas, where they typically drive more than city dwellers, have sparse access to public transit and often rely on private vehicles.