Google AI Giving Wrong Information On US EV Tax Credit - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica highlights a significant issue with Google AI providing incorrect information regarding the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) tax credit. Despite the $7,500 federal EV tax credit having been discontinued since the end of September under the Trump administration, Google AI continues to incorrectly state that many electric vehicles still qualify for this incentive. A test by Andy Kalmowitz at Jalopnik revealed that Google AI mistakenly affirmed eligibility for 19 out of 20 electric cars checked, including popular models like the Hyundai IONIQ 5. While the AI correctly identified some qualification criteria—such as U.S. assembly, MSRP limits, and income thresholds—it failed to acknowledge that the credit had expired, potentially misleading consumers and causing costly surprises at tax time. This misinformation problem is emblematic of a broader challenge with AI-generated content online, where authoritative-sounding but inaccurate answers can mislead the general public who may not have the expertise to verify facts independently. The article stresses that while knowledgeable individuals can