Germany plans to ensure there is an electric vehicle charger at every gas station by way of requirement. It’s all part of a recovery plan created in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. “The goal is to move quicker to transition drivers from polluting vehicles and to zero-emission cars,” said CNET. “In fact, the stimulus package will include new taxes for those that purchase SUVs with an internal-combustion engine.” The plan also includes a subsidy for EVs. (Source: CNET) Read the original article…
Todd Phillips is the editorial director of Universus Media Group Inc. and the editor of Canadian auto dealer magazine. Todd can be reached at tphillips@universusmedia.com.
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