The Next Red-Blue State Divide: EV Taxes.

A number of Republican-led states are implementing higher fees and taxes for electric-vehicle (EV) owners to compensate for lost gasoline-tax revenue that funds roads and highways. This has sparked criticism from EV industry groups and drivers who argue that they are being unfairly targeted compared to owners of gas-powered cars. Proponents of these fees argue that they are necessary because EV owners do not contribute to gas-tax funds, and they aim to assess amounts comparable to what gas-vehicle owners pay. The debate reflects the challenge of funding highway construction and maintenance as traditional funding mechanisms decline. [Extracted from the article]