Amid concerns over the potential elimination of the $7,500 federal electric vehicle tax credit by former President Trump, California Governor Gavin Newsom has vowed to implement state-level rebates for electric vehicle buyers. Newsom highlights that California may offer its own EV buyer credits, possibly excluding Tesla, which could face challenges under the new proposals. Trump’s plans to dissolve the federal tax incentives have raised alarms among automakers who are pleading with the administration to maintain the credits to support EV sales. Experts warn that removing these incentives could significantly hinder the U.S. electric vehicle market and give an advantage to competitors in China.