Scout Motors

Volkswagen has secured $1.3 billion from South Carolina to build its only North American Scout Motors plant near Columbia, but its push to sell directly to customers has created controversy across the state.

Mike Switzer interviews Jamie Lovegrove, a public affairs representative with Scout Motors in Blythewood, SC.

Mike Switzer interviews Jamie Lovegrove, a public affairs representative with Scout Motors in Blythewood, SC.

Guest Jessica Holdman, a reporter with the South Carolina Daily Gazette, tells us that the new gas plant planned for Canadys has significantly increased cost estimates.

Guest Jessica Holdman, a reporter with the South Carolina Daily Gazette, tells us that the new gas plant planned for Canadys has significantly increased cost estimates.

Mike Switzer interviews John McDermott, business editor of the Post and Courier in Charleston, SC.

Mike Switzer interviews John McDermott, business editor of the Post and Courier in Charleston, SC.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2025: we preview some of the legislative meetings happening this week, including the screening of judicial candidates and a hearing on what would be the most restrictive abortion law if passed; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the shutdown ending, the looming healthcare debate, and potential conflict in Venezuela; we also have a 1st congressional district update for you; and more!

This week, Mike Switzer interviews John McDermott, business editor of the Post and Courier in Charleston, S.C., who shares info about Scout Motors, Volvo, Boeing, and our tourism industry.

This week, Mike Switzer interviews John McDermott, business editor of the Post and Courier in Charleston, S.C., who shares info about Scout Motors, Volvo, Boeing, and our tourism industry.