The global energy transition will be bumpy to say the least with the Russia/Ukraine war adding additional roadblocks as well as incentives. Electric vehicles are a key facet of the transition, and the disruptions to key minerals supply could slash EV p…
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Sen. Joe Manchin ‘reluctant’ of EVs: ‘I don’t want to have to be standing in line waiting for a battery’
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia has been visibly and vocally skeptical of the electric vehicle movement, especially as he failed to support President Biden’s “Build Back Better” plan that would increase EV infrastructure. However, Sen. Manchin, a conservative Democrat, said he was skeptical of EVs for several reasons, including foreign dependency. However, Munchin said […]
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Ford Model e unit announces massive expansion of EV initiative in Europe: 7 new EVs by 2024
Ford’s electric vehicle unit — known as Model e — announced today that it would take massive steps to expand its electric vehicle project in Europe. Ford, which recently split its electric vehicle and combustion engine businesses into two divisions, is aiming to roll out seven new electric vehicles in Europe by 2024 with an […]
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Conspiracy theories link soaring gas prices to electric vehicles with zero evidence
A vacuous link between soaring gas prices and the surging demand for electric vehicles is being targeted as a conspiracy to make American consumers switch to electric vehicles. Social media posts are now suggesting that President Joe Biden is purposefully keeping prices at the pump incredibly high to force a surge in EV sales. “$6.00 […]
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Carbon-fiber EV wheels will be lighter, quieter, and more efficient
Carbon Revolution’s wheels aren’t just for performance cars.
Tesla is experiencing order rate increases in the U.S. because of soaring gas prices: report
Tesla is reportedly seeing increased order rates in the United States this week after soaring gas prices have helped some drivers transition to electric vehicles to avoid paying astronomical amounts at the pump. A new report from Electrek says sources familiar with Tesla’s order rate have seen surges “in several parts of the U.S. this week.” […]
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 wins 2022 Hispanic Motor Press EV of the Year
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 all-electric vehicle has been named the 2022 Hispanic Motor Press Electric Vehicle of the Year. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 was unveiled in late February 2021 and is built upon the company’s Electric-Global Modular Platform, also known as E-GMP. The vehicle combines comfortability, performance, and versatility to offer a unique driver and […]
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Oklahoma Senate passes SB 1541, allowing autonomous vehicles to operate on public roads
The Oklahoma State Senate passed State Bill 1541 by a 44-1 vote on Monday evening. The bill aims to allow autonomous vehicles to operate on public roads within the State. The bill, authored by Senator Paul Rosino, a Republican, detailed that 19 states in the U.S. already allow autonomous vehicle operation, with 20 additional states […]
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Ironic Today Show segment explains tips for gas mileage while anchor sits in electric vehicle
The Today Show released a helpful segment during this morning’s broadcast, showing tips on how consumers can increase gas mileage as prices at the gas pump are reaching record levels. However, the piece had one massive mistake: the tips were demonstrated from the cabin of a Ford Mustang Mach-E, an all-electric vehicle that requires no […]
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GM commits $400M to new Canadian battery materials plant for Ultium platform
General Motors is set to build a new $400 million battery materials plant in Canada with South Korean company POSCO Chemical, adding to the automaker’s already-massive spending plan for the transition to electric vehicles. The plant will produce cathode materials for GM’s Ultium battery platform. The Becancour, Quebec plant will produce cathode active material for […]
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