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U.S. Congress mulls annual $130 fee for EV drivers, saying they should pay road tax

The U.S. Congress is pushing legislation that would impose a separate annual fee of up to $130 on electric vehicle drivers, arguing they should contribute to road upkeep because EVs do not pay the federal gasoline tax. The bill would also charge plug-in hybrids $35 a year and raise the EV fee by $5 annually from 2029 to as much as $150. Industry and environmental groups say the plan amounts to a punitive tax that could hurt EV adoption.

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E-bikes emerge as \'second car\' alternative in U.S. for short trips

A report says U.S. households should view electric bicycles not as a hobby but as an everyday transport option that can replace many short car trips. As fuel, insurance, maintenance, registration, parking and financing costs rise, e-bikes are gaining appeal for commuting, school runs, shopping and errands often handled by a second vehicle. Improvements in speed, stability and cargo capacity, along with health and congestion benefits, support wider adoption.

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Hana Financial offers free mobile eye checkups for seniors in medically underserved areas

Hana Financial Group is stepping up inclusive initiatives linking healthcare and finance in areas with weak medical infrastructure. The group said it carried out a “free mobile eye checkup” programme at a senior welfare centre in Chungnam on May 18. The programme targets older people who have limited access to ophthalmology services and face difficulty travelling for care. Hana plans 20 rounds of checkups, with referrals and free glasses and eye drops.