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POLITICO Energy
Inside the EV implications of the Trump-Musk relationship
Aug 13, 2024
Elon Musk, the tech titan behind Tesla, joins political reporter James Bikales and energy journalist Josh Siegel for a lively discussion. They explore how Musk’s endorsement has softened Trump’s stance on electric vehicles. The trio dives into potential policy shifts if Trump regains the White House and the mixed reactions within the Republican Party about EV adoption. Additionally, they touch on the Texas Attorney General's investigation into CenterPoint Energy following Hurricane Beryl’s power outages. It's a compelling look at the intersection of politics and renewable energy.
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- Trump's softened stance on electric vehicles appears influenced by Musk's endorsement, yet skepticism remains about genuine policy changes.
- The complex dynamics of EV politics show bipartisan support for the technology but caution against premature government incentives.
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Trump's Evolving Stance on Electric Vehicles
Donald Trump's recent shift in rhetoric about electric vehicles highlights his changing position on the matter. Although he has previously criticized EVs as expensive and impractical, he now seems to embrace them, at least partially, influenced by Elon Musk's endorsement. Observers in the electric vehicle industry remain skeptical about whether this change will translate into actual policy shifts should Trump return to office. Experts believe he is likely to retain aggressive stances against Biden's EV incentives and EPA regulations, maintaining that Trump's support is more about political strategy than a genuine belief in EV technology.
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