Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure Challenges

This chapter analyzes the implications of the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, focusing on the $15 billion allocated for electric vehicles in the U.S., including funding for electric buses and charging stations. It critiques the current limitations of EV infrastructure in comparison to China's advanced network and discusses the social and economic impacts of the shift towards electric vehicles. The chapter also highlights potential job security concerns in the automotive industry due to changes in manufacturing demands.