Sept. 28, 2025 | Bonus Episode: Former Congressman Mike Rogers Part 2
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Former Congressman Mike Rogers shares insights on the implications of eliminating federal tax credits for electric vehicles and the challenges facing the U.S. auto industry in competing with China. He argues that the $7,500 tax credit primarily benefited higher-income buyers and questions the effectiveness of EV mandates. Rogers emphasizes the need for government support in battery research to enhance domestic competition and reduce reliance on Chinese imports. He also discusses the importance of aligning resources to support American manufacturing jobs and the future of hybrid vehicles.
In this second and final part of Molly Boigon’s interview with U.S. Senate Candidate Mike Rogers, the former Republican Congressman from Michigan talks about the elimination of federal tax credits for EVs, funding for battery research and more.
Listen to Part 1 of the interview here: What JLR production shutdown means for dealers - Automotive News
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