EV Usage Charges in Hawaii May Face a Rocky Road

A proposal that would implement a road usage charge (RUC) in Hawaii may not take a smooth path, according to the think tank Tax Foundation of Hawaii.

The Hawaii Department of Transportation recommends a gradual shift to an RUC, according to a report released by the department in August. A majority of drivers that participated in the report said they supported replacing the gas tax with the RUC as soon as possible. The Center Square reports the state has set a goal of a zero-transmission in the transportation sector by 2045, eliminating fossil fuel taxes.

The HIDOT also recommended replacing a $50-a-year flat fee paid by owners who drive electric vehicles with an RUC that is comparable to the per-mile rate paid by owners of the average gas-powered vehicle.

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Source: The Center Square