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U.S. automakers are adjusting to the Trump administration's rollback of EV incentives and regulations, including ending tax credits and loosening emissions requirements, leading to strategic shifts in their product lines and market approaches, with Tesla, GM, Ford, and Rivian all responding to the changing landscape in different ways.
US automakers, having invested $146 billion in electric vehicles, face uncertainty as the incoming Trump administration threatens to dismantle emissions regulations established under Biden. Automakers are lobbying to maintain these rules, fearing that their removal could lead to competitive disadvantages and job losses. The current regulations, which allow a mix of gasoline, hybrid, and electric vehicles, are crucial for the industry's stability. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's stance on eliminating EV tax credits could further disrupt the market, potentially benefiting Tesla at the expense of competitors.
Former President Donald Trump criticized electric vehicles (EVs) in a recent interview, claiming they are not ready for widespread adoption due to issues with range, cost, and infrastructure. He also expressed plans to reverse President Biden's EV policies if re-elected. Automakers are addressing infrastructure concerns by expanding charging networks and focusing on hybrid vehicles in response to stalling EV demand. The potential rollback of federal initiatives supporting EVs poses a significant challenge to the industry's transformation, while Trump's stance on EVs may impact the future of electric and hybrid vehicles in the US.