You’re right, tariffs aren’t subsidies. They just function like one by kneecapping foreign competition so domestic automakers can overcharge with a straight face.
Actual subsidies?
-Federal: ATVM loans (e.g., Tesla, Ford), $7.5K EV tax credits.
-State: Georgia gave Rivian $1.5B. Tennessee handed VW ~$500M. Michigan’s tossed cash at GM like it’s confetti.
So yeah, no subsidies at all, just billions in “non-subsidy” market distortion to keep the hometown heroes afloat.
So, can you provide any substance to the conversation?
Tariffs on trucks ensured that there is a substantial number of manufacturers here in the US.
So, can you provide any info on the subsidies?