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Paving the Road to EV Transition

The proverbial road to Electric Vehicle (EV) rollout is paved with numerous challenges. Among these speedbumps is the preeminent question of how the infrastructure to support nationwide EV charging will be financed and...more

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New Florida Law Changes Electric Vehicle Charging Station Regulations

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Effective July 1, 2024, a new Florida law has significantly changed how electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are regulated across the state. Senate Bill 1084 amended Section 366.94 of the Florida Statutes, shifting the...more

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Canada Announces 30-Day Consultation on Measures to Address China's Trade Practices Related to Electric Vehicles

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On July 2, 2024, Canada will initiate a 30-day consultation period on potential policy responses to China’s rapid rise as the world’s largest manufacturer of electric vehicles (EVs). Canada alleges that unfair trade practices...more

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The On-Ramp: An Autonomous, Connected, and Electric Mobility Newsletter - May 2024

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Welcome to The On-Ramp, the newsletter published by Venable's Autonomous and Connected Mobility Team. The On-Ramp explores legal and policy developments in the world of autonomous vehicles, smart infrastructure, emerging...more

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DOE Expands ATVM Eligibility to Include Ultra Efficient and Other Types of Vehicles: Also Now Included: Trains, Maritime Vessels,...

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a direct final rule (DFR) on April 29, 2024, to amend and align the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Incentive Program (ATVM) implementing regulations1 with its...more

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US Treasury Releases Final Regulations for $7,500 EV Tax Credit, Maintains Exclusions for Foreign Entities of Concern

On May 3, the US Treasury Department (Treasury) released final regulations under Section 30D of the Internal Revenue Code. The Section 30D regulations provide guidance for the up to $7,500 electric vehicle (EV) tax credit...more

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Driving Change: Scaling Up EVs in the U.S.

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We are pleased to publish our latest white paper, entitled Driving Change: Scaling Up EVs in the U.S." The report highlights the challenges of expanding electric vehicles (EVs) and EV battery manufacturing in the U.S....more

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Indiana DOT Announces First Round of Awards to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Network

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The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced a first round of 39 awards for its Charging the Crossroads program on March 28, 2024. The program utilizes funding under the National Electrical Vehicle...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Updates on EV Tax Credits

Over the past several months the US Treasury Department (Treasury) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have been busy issuing regulations and administrative guidance with respect to Section 30D (New Clean Vehicle Tax...more

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Plugged In: An EV Newsletter Vol. 2, No. 2

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Editor’s Note - Dear Readers, Our collaboration with guest authors continues to ramp up, this time with an author from half way around the world! Welcome to yet another enthralling edition of Plugged-In, where we hear from...more

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B.C. Accelerating Zero Emission Vehicle Sales Mandate

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Passed on May 30, 2019, the British Columbia Zero-Emission Vehicles Act requires automakers, and indirectly their dealers, to sell or lease an escalating percentage of new zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) vs. new internal...more

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New York’s Charging Station Legislation Paves the Way for More Electric Vehicles

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Summary - In an effort to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) usage, New York’s Legislature passed four vehicle charging infrastructure bills this session that are awaiting action by Governor Kathy Hochul. Under the Climate...more

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Tax Credits for Electric Vehicle Batteries Under the Inflation Reduction Act: Free Trade Agreement Edition

On March 31, 2023, the U.S. Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released proposed guidance clarifying how manufacturers may meet the critical minerals and battery sourcing requirements for the clean...more

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Deadline Approaching for Governmental Entities to Apply for DOE Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure and Equipment Grants

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What grants are available? The Department of Energy is offering over $50 million in grants to state and local governments for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and equipment....more

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Key Considerations for Zero-Emission Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure in California

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California is at the forefront of adopting a more sustainable transportation system, with a strong commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality. A critical aspect of this effort is the widespread...more

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Biden-Harris Administration’s Proposed Vehicle Pollution Standards Will Spur EV Adoption, Cut Nearly 10 Billion Tons of Co2...

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As part of its push to transition the American automotive industry to electric vehicles (EVs), the Biden-Harris administration has proposed two new vehicle pollution standards. The first rule targets greenhouse emissions from...more

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Treasury Department, IRS Release Clean Vehicle Tax Guidance

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The U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS have released several pieces of guidance regarding the tax incentives for clean vehicles provided under Sections 30D (new clean vehicle credit), 25E (previously owned vehicle...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Treasury and IRS Release Proposed Regulations on Consumer Electric Vehicle Tax Credits

On March 31, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released proposed regulations under Section 30D of the Internal Revenue Code (Code), focusing primarily on the critical mineral and battery component...more

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Treasury Department and IRS Solicit Industry Feedback on Proposed EV Tax Credit Regulations

On March 31, 2023, the Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued proposed regulations implementing the section 30D clean-vehicle tax credit enacted as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The...more

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The Current State of Canada's ZEV Market

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Federal and provincial policies are creating a new landscape for zero-emissions vehicles (ZEV) manufacturers, importers and suppliers, charging companies and investors to Canada. Opportunities and considerations include...more

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Plugged In An EV Newsletter, Vol. 1 No. 2

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Welcome to the second edition of Plugged In, where we discuss the latest in the world of electric vehicles with legal and industry insight from our lawyers. While the auto industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation,...more

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Electric Contracts for Electric Vehicles: The Key Considerations

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​​​​​​​Approximately 24 percent of Canada's greenhouse gas emissions come from the transportation sector. Legislation and regulations are being used to address these emissions by bringing in mandatory requirements....more

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Biden Administration Proposes Universal EV Charging Standards

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On June 9, 2022, the Biden administration released new standards for its goal of building 500,000 electric vehicle ("EV") charging stations nationwide by 2030. The U.S. Departments of Transportation ("DOT") and Energy...more

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Direct Sale Of Electric Vehicles Continues To Follow Tortured Path With Recent Legislative Developments

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The battle continues in state legislatures between electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers who want to sell direct to consumers and interest groups representing dealers and technicians who sell and service traditional internal...more

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Clark Hill 2022 Automotive & Manufacturing Industry Outlook: EV Infrastructure And Government Relations

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Increasing electric vehicle adoption has been a priority for the Biden administration. Early in his presidency, President Joe Biden set a goal of 50% of new vehicle sales be electric by 2030. The American Jobs Plan did not...more

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