It’s been a tough year for electric vehicles: Since President Trump took office for a second term, the US has started a complete 180 on its investment in EVs. And as Trump’s trade war continues, the industry is bracing for additional tariffs and disruption to supply chains.

But one company is pushing forward: General Motors. On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg Detroit Bureau Chief David Welch and host David Gura examine the road ahead for GM’s big bet on electric, and what it means for future EV buyers.

Read more: GM’s Mary Barra Has to Make a $35 Billion EV Bet Work in Trump’s America

It&rsquo;s been a tough year for electric vehicles: Since President Trump took office for a second term, the US has started a complete 180 on its investment in EVs. And as Trump&rsquo;s trade war continues, the industry is bracing for additional tariffs and disruption to supply chains.
But one company is pushing forward: General Motors. On today&rsquo;s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg Detroit Bureau Chief David Welch and host David Gura examine the road ahead for GM&rsquo;s big bet on electric, and what it means for future EV buyers. Read more: <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2025-04-14/inside-gm-mary-barra-s-35-billion-bet-on-electric-cars">GM&rsquo;s Mary Barra Has to Make a $35 Billion EV Bet Work in Trump&rsquo;s America</a>

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America Is Pumping The Brakes On EVs. GM Is Doubling Down.

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