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The consumer market has expressed a clear need for more affordable electric vehicles, given that the average transaction price remains about $10,000 higher than traditional gas-powered vehicles. Despite recent drops in prices, skepticism exists regarding government spending related to EVs and charging infrastructure. Critics argue against artificial mandates securing sales. Proponents of EVs insist on the importance of promoting research into battery technology rather than direct subsidies pushing the product in a market that may not be ready.