A startup promised 45,000 EV jobs to struggling towns. They’re still waiting.

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By Ames Alexander, FloodlightAug 17, 2025, 9:00 am255 ptsTop
They came with promises of transformation: thousands of jobs, surging salaries, and a foothold in the booming electric vehicle market. Imola Automotive USA, a Boca Raton, Florida-based startup, pitched officials in small, struggling towns in Georgia, Oklahoma, and Arkansas on a bold vision. The company planned…

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