The Biden administration has recently implemented stricter vehicle fuel mileage standards as part of its initiative to transition the American auto market towards electric vehicles. These new regulations announced by the Transportation Department aim to encourage automakers to produce more electric vehicles, which do not emit harmful pollutants contributing to global warming.

In addition to the fuel mileage standards, the administration has introduced various measures to promote electric vehicle adoption. The Environmental Protection Agency set stringent limits on tailpipe emissions in April, with the goal of ensuring that a majority of new passenger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. are electric or hybrid by 2032, a significant increase from the 7.6 percent in the previous year.

Furthermore, the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, supported by President Biden, offers tax credits to purchasers of new and used electric vehicles. It also includes incentives for the development of charging stations, as well as grants and loans for manufacturers in the electric vehicle industry.

The global climate experts emphasize the urgency of phasing out internal combustion engines to mitigate the severe impacts of climate change. The transition to electric vehicles is seen as a crucial step in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating global warming.

Despite the environmental benefits of these initiatives, they have faced opposition from former President Donald J. Trump and other Republicans. Critics argue that the government’s push for electric vehicles infringes on consumer choice and favors a specific industry.