Gas-Guzzlers Make a Comeback as U.S. Automakers Pivot Away From EVs

With federal EV regulations gutted and the tax credit killed in 2025, U.S. automakers are reviving V-8 muscle cars and oversized trucks. Analysts warn the short-term profit play risks leaving Detroit dangerously behind Chinese EV competitors. GM has written off $7.6 billion and Stellantis $26 billion from EV investments.