Flashpoint Jan. 18, 2026: Auto industry insights, Gov. Whitmer interview and key poll updates

On this week’s Flashpoint, auto experts are here to talk about where the Detroit automakers stand in relation to their competitors and the industry as a whole after nearly a year of tariffs at the federal level. Speaking of autos, we catch up with Governor Whitmer at the Auto Show as she shares her frustrations on said tariffs and the overall affordability of vehicles. And pollster Richard Czuba breaks down recent poll numbers in the Michigan gubernatorial and senate races.