Rust Belt Revival Takes a Hit: America's Electric Vehicle (EV) Manufacturing Hub Faces Uncertain Future. A recent shift in the US automotive landscape has led to the emergence of a new "Rust Belt" - one centered around electric vehicle production. However, a growing concern is that the high gas prices that have driven demand for EVs may not be enough to rescue this fledgling industry. With major manufacturers like General Motors and Ford investing heavily in EV production, the region is home to a significant portion of the country's electric vehicle assembly lines. But rising production costs, supply chain disruptions, and intense competition from international rivals threaten to undermine the sector's growth, casting a shadow over the future of America's EV manufacturing hub.
America Now Has an EV Rust Belt. High Gas Prices Won’t Rescue It. wsj.com