Ford's chief government affairs officer wants to flip EV script

Chris Smith, Ford Motor Co.’s chief government affairs officer (AUDREY LAFOREST)

July 14, 2022 06:48 PM

WASHINGTON — Auto industry newcomer Chris Smith says discussions about electric vehicles should be less about the politics and more about the product.

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