Discrepancies in timelines for transitioning to electric vehicles have arisen, with nine provinces seeking to postpone the full adoption of electric buses until after 2025. Moreover, the operational range of public or personal vehicles relies heavily on the battery capacity of electric vehicles. For example, British Columbia and Quebec in Canada offer subsidies for personal electric vehicle purchases ranging from $500 to $14,000, along with a fixed national incentive of $6,000 for each personal electric vehicle sold over the next 20 years. Despite these international efforts, Hung noted that direct support policies for individuals transitioning to electric vehicles are not widely embraced by many governments. They would rather focus on financial support solutions and market protection for electric vehicle manufacturers and charging station providers.
