The U.S. is on a mission to lead the world in the production of electric vehicles and batteries. This all comes as Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is pushing the Peach State to be a frontrunner, by becoming the electric mobility capital of the U.S. On today’s edition of “Closer Look,” Rose talks with guests about the current state of EV production and adoption in the U.S. and what’s being done to increase the EV workforce. Guests include:
Mark Phelan, an auto critic and columnist for the Detroit Free Press
Jim Burness, and the CEO of National Car Charging
Dr. Jessica Hutcheson, the vice president of learning and development for ChargerHelp!
Jenny Taylor, the vice president of career services and the chief mission officer for Goodwill of North Georgia
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