A Comparative Analysis of Electric Vehicle Industries in China and the United States

Xinjingyu Zhang

doi:10.54097/aq8jzw20

Authors

Xinjingyu Zhang Suzhou International Academy, Suzhou, 215200, China

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/aq8jzw20

Keywords:

Electric Vehicle Industry; Comparative Analysis; Policy and Infrastructure.

Abstract

In recent years, with the continuous advancement of technology and the growing attention of various countries to environmental issues, the electric vehicle industry has developed rapidly worldwide. China and the United States, as the two major economies in the world, have both shown strong growth momentum in the electric vehicle sector. Both countries have introduced a number of supportive policies, covering aspects such as purchase subsidies, tax exemptions, and charging infrastructure, to promote the standardized and market-oriented development of the electric vehicle industry. Under the dual influence of policy-driven and market-driven forces, the production and sales scale of electric vehicles has continued to expand, and the industrial ecosystem has gradually improved. This article will discuss the following aspects: Firstly, analyze the current development status of the electric vehicle industry in China and the United States; Secondly, compare the differences and similarities in policy guidance, market promotion, and technological research and development between the two countries; Finally, evaluate the competitiveness of both industries and their future development trends.

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