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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David McHugh,Alexa St. John and Ken Moritsugu

After fast start, electric cars need a recharge as range limits, cost leave some drivers skeptical

EV Challenge - (Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

While sales of electric vehicles surge in China, adoption of more environmentally friendly vehicles is stumbling in the United States and Europe as carmakers and governments struggle to meet years-old promises about affordability and charging stations.

Adding to those headwinds: an incoming new U.S. president who has disparaged government support for electric vehicles.

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