California's air pollution waiver and the EV mandate are banned by Trump

On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump signed several executive orders aimed at reversing policies from the previous administration, particularly those related to clean vehicle regulations. His orders terminate California's air pollution waiver and the federal electric vehicle (EV) mandate, which aimed for 50% of new vehicle sales to be electric by 2032. The executive order titled "Unleashing American Energy" halts funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure and Charging and Fueling Infrastructure programs, which were designed to enhance EV manufacturing and charging infrastructure. Trump’s administration argues that these changes promote "consumer choice" and create a level playing field for vehicle sales, effectively eliminating state emissions waivers that restrict gasoline-powered vehicle sales. The revised clean vehicle tax credit, which incentivizes EV purchases, is also at risk, as changes to it would require congressional approval. Environmental advocates have criticized these moves, stating they undermine progress in EV adoption and harm public health and climate efforts. The Sierra Club's director emphasized that the rollback of vehicle emission safeguards could have detrimental effects on both the economy and the environment.

- Trump has reversed California's air pollution waiver and the federal EV mandate.

- Funding for EV infrastructure programs has been halted.

- The executive order claims to promote consumer choice in vehicle sales.

- Changes to the clean vehicle tax credit would require congressional action.

- Environmental groups have condemned the rollback of clean vehicle policies.