Directly Current: EVs for All America

41: The Path to Oil Independence for the US, with Ben Prochazka (Electrification Coalition)

June 9, 2026·28 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Transportation electrification is often framed in environmental terms, but Ben Prochazaka and his colleagues at the Electrification Coalition present a different reason to plug in. Oil dependence is a dangerous addiction for economic and geopolitical reasons, as current events have reminded many Americans. He joins the show to explain the progress made in EVs, both passenger and freight, and how barriers like affordability are rapidly becoming less steep.Max and Ben go over- The roadblocks to EVs in charging, supply chain, and affordability- Oil dependency in the US and why electrification is a must- The progress in medium and heavy duty electrification with Tesla Semi- The unfair surface transportation bill being proposed to unduly tax EV drivers🎙️ Listen on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platformResources and Links:Tell your Congress person about the unfair EV billStay tuned to the Electrification Roadmap⚡ Stay Plugged InSupport EVs for All America (and buy our merch!)

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