Trump Presidency And IRA Cut Would Be 'Devastating' For Competitors, Says Elon Musk: 'Long Term Probably Actually Helps Tesla'
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Elon Musk stated that a Trump presidency and the potential repeal of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) would be devastating for Tesla's competitors but might benefit Tesla in the long term. Musk also mentioned postponing plans for a gigafactory in Mexico due to potential tariffs under a Trump administration.
July 24, 2024 | 2:45 pm
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Elon Musk indicated that a Trump presidency and the potential repeal of the IRA would be devastating for Tesla's competitors but might benefit Tesla in the long term. The company is also postponing plans for a gigafactory in Mexico due to potential tariffs.
Musk's comments suggest that while the short-term impact of a Trump presidency and IRA repeal might be negative for the EV industry, Tesla's established scale and scope could give it a competitive advantage. The postponement of the Mexico gigafactory indicates strategic adjustments based on potential political changes.
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