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Should drivers of electric vehicles be taxed more to use the roads?

The Minefield

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Fuel Excise, Electric Vehicles, and Fairness

This chapter explores the flawed assumption that the fuel excise pays for roads and discusses the fairness of taxing electric vehicles. It examines the ethical purpose of the fuel excise, the environmental impact of electric vehicles, and new sources of tax revenue. The chapter also delves into the issues of fairness, resentment, and the exemption of electric vehicles from certain taxes.

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