United States Pulls Back From EV Transition

At the January 2026 Detroit Auto Show, automakers emphasized hybrids and gasoline models as Ford and General Motors announced $19.5 billion and $6 billion in EV-related write-downs. Global EV registrations rose 20% to 20.7 million in 2025 while U.S. EV sales were essentially flat at about 1%, with China and Europe outpacing the United States. Analysts warn the retreat threatens U.S. competitiveness and urge predictable policy, targeted incentives, charging expansion, and fleet procurement.