Daily EV news · US · 21 January 2026
EV Charging
Politico reports glimmer of hope for EV charging in United States
Politico has published an article suggesting positive developments for EV charging infrastructure in the United States. The piece, categorised under policy and regulation, indicates potential progress in the sector. No specific figures, funding amounts or policy details are provided in the available excerpt.
Why it matters
Any shift in US policy or regulatory sentiment can influence federal funding flows, state procurement timelines and investor confidence in charging networks. Procurement teams and CPOs should monitor the full Politico report for concrete measures that may affect project pipelines.
ChargePoint and Midwestern Wheels deploy EV charging across Wisconsin communities
ChargePoint has partnered with Midwestern Wheels to install EV charging infrastructure in multiple Wisconsin communities, according to CleanTechnica. The rollout aims to expand public charging access across the state, though the article does not specify the number of sites or chargers involved.
Why it matters
The partnership signals continued deployment activity in the US Midwest, a region where charging infrastructure remains less dense than coastal markets. For CPOs and installers, Wisconsin projects may offer procurement opportunities as municipalities seek to meet local EV adoption targets.
Congress considers cutting 879 million dollars in EV charger funding from 2021 infrastructure law
Republican leaders on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee are proposing legislation to eliminate 879 million dollars originally allocated for electric vehicle chargers under the 2021 Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act, redirecting it from what they term wasteful Democrat priorities. The funding has been subject to legal challenges since January 2025, when the Trump administration attempted to halt it unilaterally before a court ordered the U.S. Department of Transportation to proceed. A poll of 600 potential EV buyers released on 12 January by advocacy group EVs for All America found that 20 per cent cited unreliable charger networks as their top concern about plug-in models.
Why it matters
The proposed cut threatens nearly 900 million dollars in federal capital that charge point operators and contractors have been counting on for network expansion, potentially stalling site development pipelines. For procurement teams, the uncertainty around appropriated funds complicates long term project planning and may force a shift towards private or state level financing.
Trump administration pushes 100 per cent domestic content for EV chargers amid industry pushback
The Trump administration is pursuing a requirement that federally funded EV chargers be entirely manufactured in the United States, a significant tightening from current Buy America rules. Industry stakeholders warn the move could stall deployment of charging infrastructure funded under existing federal programmes. The policy is being reported by E&E News, POLITICO's energy and environment publication.
Why it matters
A 100 per cent domestic content mandate would force CPOs and contractors to source only US made hardware, potentially limiting supplier choice and delaying project timelines for NEVI and other federally backed schemes. The shift may also increase equipment costs if domestic supply chains cannot meet demand at scale.
US states have spent only 2 percent of $4.4 billion federal EV charging programme four years after launch
States have drawn down just $94 million of the $4.4 billion allocated under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure programme since Congress approved the funding four years ago, according to Federal Highway Administration data filed in a lawsuit last week. Five states (Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Nevada and Wyoming) have spent nothing, while a Trump administration spending freeze has added further delay to the rollout.
Why it matters
The slow uptake signals persistent barriers to deploying highway charging infrastructure at scale, which may affect procurement timelines and the commercial case for charge point operators bidding on federally supported corridor projects.
Electric Vehicles
Middletown trials electric buses, reports operational gains and infrastructure hurdles
Middletown in the United States is testing electric buses as part of a fleet transition pilot, according to CT Examiner. The trial has revealed benefits in reduced emissions and quieter operation, alongside challenges including charging infrastructure requirements and upfront capital costs. The municipality is evaluating the results to inform future procurement decisions.
Why it matters
The trial provides real world data on electric bus performance and infrastructure needs, helping other US transit authorities and fleet operators benchmark costs and plan charging rollouts. Middletown's findings will shape procurement specifications and may influence state or federal funding priorities for electric bus adoption.
Policy & Market
US funding bill proposes $879 million clawback from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law EV charging programme
A funding bill released on Tuesday would rescind $879 million from the EV charging infrastructure programme established under the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which originally allocated billions for a nationwide charging network. The legislation covers multiple federal departments including Transportation and seeks to fund various agencies. Separately, some Republican lawmakers are pushing for year round sales of E15 high ethanol gasoline, though this provision is not currently included in the bill.
Why it matters
The proposed clawback represents a material reduction in federal capital available for charging deployment and could slow network buildout timelines for operators relying on Infrastructure Law grants. CPOs and suppliers tracking US project pipelines should monitor whether the rescission passes and assess exposure to affected funding streams.