Energy

Rural concerns raised around Illinois’ push for electric vehicles

By Washington Examiner
Published October 19, 2023 11:35am ET
Add Washington Examiner on Google
Rural concerns raised around Illinois’ push for electric vehicles
Electric cars can both make the power grid more resilient and vulnerable, experts say. | (Qilai Shen/Bloomberg)

(The Center Square) – As Gov. J.B. Pritzker continues his push for 1 million electric vehicles on Illinois roads by 2030, some legislators say Pritzker is pushing an unrealistic plan.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.

Tag:

Electric Vehicles Illinois J.B. Pritzker Rural America