According to E&E News, President Biden’s plan to deploy a half-million U.S.-made electric-vehicle charging stations across the country could face a major roadblock.
The problem is that few manufacturers who make EV chargers comply with the president’s “Buy America” requirements, while the demand for these ports is about to skyrocket.
Part of the issue is that DOT has not yet specified how manufacturers would be expected to comply with the Buy America provision and whether or not states can apply for waivers. That guidance is expected in the coming months. In the meantime, DOT is reviewing stakeholder comments.
This is an opportunity for American manufacturers to start making EV charging stations now.