The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) announced on Friday that it will suspend the construction of new electric vehicle charging stations in the state, citing guidance from the White House. The decision comes after North Carolina received $109 million in federal funding for EV infrastructure under the Biden Administration.
However, existing projects are still moving forward, with nine EV charging stations currently under construction across the state. NCDOT will review policies surrounding the grant money and release updated guidelines.
The move follows a trend of states reevaluating their support for electric vehicle infrastructure, as lawmakers examine the effectiveness of federal funding programs. The US Transportation Secretary plans to review grants like this one to ensure that they align with transportation priorities.
Source: https://abc11.com/post/ncdot-halt-any-new-construction-ev-charging-stations/15879475