Public Fleets Under Pressure: Navigating EV Policy and Tariff Uncertainty

July 22
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

David Renschler
EVSEAnswers

Bradley Northup
City of Carlsbad

David Fernandez
County of San Diego

Mark McCullough
San Bernardino County

With federal EV mandates under review, CARB’s authority in question, and new tariffs casting doubt on vehicle and parts costs, government fleet managers are facing a volatile environment with long-term implications. In this panel, hear from California fleet leaders as they share how they're adapting procurement strategies, revising EV infrastructure plans, and preparing for rising costs tied to global supply chain shifts. Learn how they’re balancing immediate operational demands with long-term electrification goals — and how their experiences can inform any fleet managing through political and economic disruption.

Moderator: David Renschler (EVSEAnswers) 

Panelists: David Fernandez (San Diego County), Brad Northup (City of Carlsbad), Mark McCullough (San Bernardino County)