Jan. 18, 2026 | Bonus Episode: Trump, EVs and state-level incentives
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The episode dives into the shifting landscape of electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S., highlighting concerns about the country's lag behind China in electrification. George Lenyo from EY discusses the industry's pivot from EVs to AI at CES 2026, while Mike Murphy from EVs for All America shares insights on changing political attitudes towards EVs among Republicans. Notably, polling shows a decrease in GOP interest in EVs despite improving long-term perceptions. The conversation also touches on state-level incentives and the evolving political dynamics affecting the auto industry.
In this second and final portion of his interview with Daily Drive Executive Producer Jake Neher, EVs for All America CEO Mike Murphy explains why only 28% of auto consumers rate Trump as a friend of the U.S. auto industry, how 80% of EVs are sold in just 15 states, and why blue states like California and red states like Georgia are fighting back with state-level incentives.
Honda
"...run by a Honda guy out of Marysville. Because they want to make batteries here."
Honda is a car company from Japan that makes many types of vehicles, including cars and motorcycles.
Honda is a Japanese automotive manufacturer known for producing a wide range of vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and power equipment.
GM
"...that to the Kurt Kelty's of the world at GM. But they're looking at how do we do the supply chain..."
GM stands for General Motors, a big car company that makes many different car brands like Chevrolet and Cadillac.
GM, or General Motors, is one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the world, known for brands like Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC.
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