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The discussion further took a political turn. Amid debates over EV subsidies, Kirk referenced an op-ed suggesting that electric cars are not as revolutionary as marketed, positing that many features are already available in traditional vehicles. With the proposed elimination of a $7,500 federal EV tax credit on the horizon, there is apprehension over whether this could reduce Tesla and broader EV sales. Kirk remarked that while a $1,000 permanent addition to the purchase price may not drastically deter consumers, the elimination of significant incentives could likely have a negative effect.