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Apr
Introduction Electric vehicles in Singapore represent far more than a trendy transportation alternative—they embody the nation-state's characteristically pragmatic approach to existential challenges. As rising seas threaten its shorelines and global emissions negotiations stall, Singapore has methodically carved out its path toward carbon reduction. The island's embrace of electric vehicles reflects both environmental necessity and the careful calculation of a government that rarely makes moves without considering every angle and consequence. The Policy Landscape: Incentives and Deterrents Singapore's approach to electric vehicle adoption combines carrots and sticks with characteristic precision: Vehicle Emission Scheme (VES) rebates of up to S$25,000 for zero-emission…