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Power Plays: Government, EVs, and Economic Strategy
This chapter delves into the U.S. Department of Energy's $9.2 billion loan to Ford for electric vehicle battery factories, examining the implications for domestic manufacturing and energy independence. It raises critical questions about government funding's effectiveness, potential cronyism, and the balance between public and private investment in innovation. The discussion also highlights consumer preferences in the EV market and the impact of global competition on industry practices.
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