As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, advocates for electric vehicles fear that his campaign promise to end federal tax credits on the vehicles could put a damper on this small but growing segment of the car market.

The instant removal of tax credits could have serious consequences on EV sales, but in the long run, it could not matter at all.

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced plans to revive California's electric vehicle (EV) rebate program if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the federal $7,500 EV tax credit. The move would position California as a safety net for clean energy consumers,