Doge Boyz looking to shut it down as well.
Well this money was issued through valid provisions in the IRA, which is a duly passed piece of legislation. To undue it the DOGE boys are going to need a change the law. Which is certainly doable.
But I do wonder if the GOP Congressman representing this district, and the surrounding districts, are going to want to go home talking about how they worked to keep this federal money from coming to their area.
Yep, but aside from the local pork issue as to those congress members and the Rivian plant, there will be almost nothing to stand in the way of what the GOP-controlled House and Senate can/will do for the former and future President, Musk and Ramaswamy.
Not saying it is right or wrong but it is the reality of January of 2025.
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Yes but it is funny how local pork is pretty important to Congressman who have to get reelected every two years. Wouldn’t be an issue if Johnson could afford to lose more than a few votes but…he can’t.
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Does he even fit in a Lucid Air? I tried to sit in one and it’s pretty low.
Well, his is converted to 2 seats for a reason.
He sat in that Buick for that one dumb ass ad back in the day.
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I test drove one earlier this year when I was looking to lease a base Air. It was low to the ground, but fun to drive. At the time, the deal I was offered was more than what I was paying for my '21 Audi A6 lease. I am not an SUV guy, but I wouldn’t mind test driving the Gravity (when it is available at a Lucid studio).
Does anyone know if this is a mode of a Sapphire?
Too early for any Q6 deals. Hopefully it will be priced as in leases, between the Q4 and Q8. It looks promising with its new platform.
I believe I read somewhere it was indeed a Sapphire. I am trying to find the article.
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Nothing particularly shocking here… Exclusive: Trump transition team plans sweeping rollback of Biden EV, emissions policies | Reuters
Here is a good summary I found-
- Cutting EV Support:
- The transition team proposes ending the Biden administration’s $7,500 tax credit for EV buyers. This incentive has helped make EVs more affordable for many Americans.
- It also recommends halting federal funding for EV charging stations. These funds would be redirected to strengthen the U.S. battery supply chain and national defense.
- Imposing Tariffs:
- New tariffs on battery materials, components, and EV supply chain imports are suggested. These tariffs aim to protect U.S. industries and reduce dependence on imports, particularly from China.
- The document mentions negotiating exemptions with allied countries while maintaining tariffs globally.
- Rolling Back Emissions Standards:
- The team proposes returning emissions and fuel-economy standards to 2019 levels. This change would allow more gas-powered vehicles and relax the stricter limits championed under the Biden administration.
- Blocking California from setting its own stricter emissions standards is also recommended. California’s policies have influenced over a dozen other states to adopt tougher rules.
- National Defense Focus:
- The team emphasizes that battery materials and critical minerals are essential for U.S. national security. Funds previously allocated for EV support would go toward ensuring these materials are free from reliance on China.
- Programs promoting electric military vehicles would be ended, with resources redirected to defense priorities.
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Nahh, the batteries will clear that right out when they burst into flames
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Mercedes was supposed to start this year and haven’t heard a peep since the announcement in 2023.