To counter China, US funds 14 states for EV battery production

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The U.S. government is awarding over US$3 billion to boost domestic production of electric vehicle (EV) batteries and critical materials, aiming to reduce dependence on China in this sector.

The funding will support 25 projects in 14 states, including key battleground states like Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, and Texas.

This initiative is part of a broader effort by the Biden administ