On June 13th, reports surfaced indicating that the escalating overall weight of new energy vehicles (NEVs) has ignited fervent discussions within the industry, particularly concerning whether NEVs should be liable for "road maintenance fees." According to several industry insiders, relevant departments are currently delving into pertinent policy reforms. These reforms, which extend beyond merely adjusting road maintenance fees, will introduce comprehensive changes to the automotive industry's tax and fee framework to align with the evolving industrial landscape. This suggests that the tax exemption policies currently enjoyed by NEVs may undergo incremental modifications, transitioning from a stance of "industrial support" to one of "cost-sharing."

Wang Ning, Director of the Automotive Industry and Technology Strategy Research Center at the School of Automotive Studies, Tongji University, opined that, in the long run, "equal rights for gasoline and electric vehicles" represent an inevitable trend. Echoing this sentiment, Cui Dongshu, Secretary-General of the China Passenger Car Association, highlighted that the existing road tax and fee system, primarily based on traditional fuel consumption, has exhibited structural imbalances, underscoring the necessity for tax reform.