智通财经网·2025-07-09 13:28Group 1 - Automakers are urging U.S. consumers to purchase electric vehicles (EVs) before the $7,500 federal tax credit expires on September 30, 2025 [1][3] - Ford has extended its free home charger and installation service until September 30 to attract EV buyers [1] - The comprehensive tax and budget bill passed by Congress will eliminate the $7,500 tax credit for new EV purchases and a $4,000 credit for used EVs, which have significantly boosted EV sales in recent years [3] Group 2 - Rivian's CFO indicated that now is an excellent time to consider purchasing an EV, and the company may introduce more incentives after the tax credit ends [3] - Demand for battery electric vehicles has slowed down recently, and industry executives warn that sales may decline further once the tax credits are removed [3] - A study from professors at UC Berkeley, Duke University, and Stanford University suggests that the elimination of tax credits could lead to a 27% drop in EV registrations [3] Group 3 - Other countries have seen similar impacts on EV adoption due to policy changes, with Germany experiencing a significant drop in EV sales after subsidy policies ended [4] - Barclays analysts predict a surge in EV bookings in Q3, followed by a significant drop in sales in the subsequent months [4] - Dealers expect a similar sales spike as seen in previous deadlines, with consumers rushing to purchase vehicles to avoid price increases due to tariffs [4] Group 4 - The Trump administration has been exploring the cancellation of EV tax credits since late 2024, prompting some consumers to increase their EV purchases [5] - Automakers have historically increased consumer incentives to offset the loss of tax credits, which may impact their profit margins [5] - General Motors has offered $7,500 incentives for vehicles losing the tax credit, while Ford significantly reduced the price of its Mustang Mach-E after losing $3,750 in tax credits, but sales still declined [5]