2025 17th Annual Propulsion Strategies for the 21st Century Conference

As EV adoption slows and federal support wanes, this conference explored the uncertain road ahead for charging infrastructure and electrification. Experts highlighted flat EV sales, inconsistent charging access, and growing consumer reliance on hybrids. While BEVs remain the long-term goal, speakers emphasized the need for flexible strategies, affordability, and industry-government collaboration to navigate a bumpy, multi-pathway transition.

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• Charging infrastructure remains fragmented. Despite growing demand, public charging is uneven across the U.S., with limited pricing transparency, reliability concerns, and inconsistent state-level support.

• Federal support is fading. With the end of national charging infrastructure funding and looming cuts to EV tax credits, OEMs and states are left to fill the investment gap.

• Hybrids are making a comeback. As consumer interest in EVs cools and regulations relax, automakers are pivoting to hybrids as a lower-risk, more affordable path to meet emissions goals.

• Battery costs and performance remain a barrier. While future BEV affordability is possible, current models still face high ownership costs and range anxiety — particularly in underserved markets.

• A multi-pathway future is emerging. With no one-size-fits-all solution, OEMs are investing in diverse technologies — from ICE and HEV to REEV and BEV — to manage uncertainty and meet varied consumer needs.

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