GM CEO Mary Barra Reaffirms Commitment to Electric Vehicles

Despite shifting politics, GM’s Mary Barra says EVs remain the future—just with a flexible roadmap.
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GM CEO Mary Barra Reaffirms Commitment to Electric Vehicles
Why GM's Electric Vehicle Strategy Still Drives the Future General Motors has made headlines for being the first major U.S. automaker to pledge an all-electric lineup by 2035. But with political turbulence and changing economic incentives, many now ask: is GM still serious about EVs? According to CEO Mary Barra, the answer is yes—with caveats. GM's electric vehicle strategy remains central to its long-term vision, though timelines have shifted. Speaking at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Barra emphasized that while regulatory headwinds are real, EV adoption is still GM's end goal—just now guided more by customer demand than federal mandates. As 2025 unfolds, GM’s evolving EV roadmap offers insight into how legacy automakers are navigating policy uncertainty and market realities. Image : Google GM Electric Vehicle Strategy: Adjusting to Political Realities The return of Donald Trump to the presidency has altered the EV landscape in America. With his administration pulling back incenti…