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LG Energy Solution plans to bring over 50 gigawatt hours of annual battery manufacturing capacity online in the US by the end of 2026 across five facilities (MI, IL, AZ, OH, GA). The company also projects a 15% cost reduction on its next-generation cells by 2028. Tim Montague and John Weaver dig into that story and more in this May 1, 2026, edition of Clean Power Hour Live.Tim and John cover five stories this week, drawn from industry publications and their own active projects in the field.LG Energy Solutions is building five battery factories with a combined capacity of 50+ GWh per year, targeting completion by the end of 2026. The company projects a 15% cell cost reduction by 2028. (Energy Storage News)Tandem PV began demonstration manufacturing of a perovskite-silicon module reaching 29.7% efficiency, backed by a warranty of less than 1% annual degradation over 25 years. (Solar Power World)On April 27, Trina Solar claimed the world record for silicon solar cell efficiency at 28%. Longi broke that record the very next day. (PV Magazine)The US Department of Commerce announced preliminary anti-dumping duties of 123% on solar modules from India, 35% from Indonesia, and 22% from Laos. (PV Magazine)Republican lawmakers introduced new legislation to extend the commercial solar ITC, which currently expires at the end of 2027. Safe-harboring by July 4, 2026, extends project runway to July 3, 2030. (Solar Power World)The battery capacity numbers, perovskite efficiency milestones, and tariff developments covered here carry direct implications for procurement and project planning decisions in 2026 and beyond. Support the showConnect with Tim  Clean Power Hour  Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email:  CleanPowerHour@gmail.comCorporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems.  Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

欢迎收听雪球出品的财经有深度，雪球，国内领先的集投资交流交易一体的综合财富管理平台，聪明的投资者都在这里。今天分享的内容叫宁德时代们上涨的核心动力——能源安全，来自华尔街见闻。伊朗冲突把一件事重新摆到台面：能源安全风险更像“常态”，而不是偶发事件。油气价格的再度波动、液化天然气供应链的不确定性，正在把全球能源转型从“远期减排叙事”拉回“眼前的保供与韧性”，投资线索也随之收敛到少数能解决现实约束的环节——电网、储能、关键材料，以及更具经济性的电动化路径。据追风交易台，瑞银全球研究分析师Phineas Glover在最新一期主题报告中里只说了一句：“Energy security reshapes the transition”。顺着这条主线，研报把本月的关键变化归结为：能源安全溢价抬升后，谁能让电力系统更稳定、让能源进口依赖更低、让成本波动更可控，谁就更容易成为资金的“确定性出口”。具体到赛道，研报最强调的是两条“硬约束”链条：一条是电网与电力设备——订单与供给瓶颈并存、能见度拉长；另一条是电池储能——在价格波动环境下，储能从“可选项”变成“对冲工具”。上游对应的是锂、稀土等转型材料的中期紧平衡逻辑被再次强化。但这份研报也不回避边界条件：电网这类大项目对利率与通胀更敏感；储能链条在需求强劲下开始暴露利润与交付执行差异；中国乘用新能源汽车需求的短期走弱与出口、商用车的强势并存。与此同时，替代燃料与可持续化肥并未被直接纳入“最佳想法”核心配置，更多处在“随时可能加仓或者也可能踩刹车”的观察区。能源安全溢价回归：转型先解决“进口依赖”和“系统韧性”中东扰动让油气与液化天然气的供给风险再定价，市场关注点转向近端的抗冲击能力和更高的本土多元化。被冲击的不只是燃料本身，还包括一系列“转型经济学”——柴油与生物燃料的替代关系、燃油车与电动车的总成本对比、化肥成本与粮食通胀的传导、核电与可再生在系统中的角色分工。这也是研报为什么把“转型赢家”从泛新能源，收敛到基础设施与系统集成：当能源不安全成为定价因子，解决瓶颈比单纯扩产更值钱。储能是最清晰的拐点：回报周期被价格波动直接压缩研报把BESS视为本月最明确的“拐点主题”。一个核心证据来自上一轮能源危机的经济性变化：二零二二至二零二三期间，总储能部署从二零二一年的4吉瓦时升至二零二三年的17吉瓦时；其中户用储能从2.5吉瓦时升至12.2吉瓦时，回收期从约7至10年压缩到3至4年。逻辑很直白：电价与燃料价格越波动，储能越像“保险”。供给侧，研报强调宁德时代仍是成本端的领先者；同时预计LG Energy Solution到二零二六年底的磷酸铁锂储能产能可达约50吉瓦时，并提到更广泛的潜在产能管线约140吉瓦时。不过，需求强并不自动等于利润强。研报用阳光电源业绩低于预期作为提醒：原材料成本与项目交付节奏会把差异拉开；接下来要盯的是，强需求能否在不同商业模式下转化为更稳定的盈利。电网设备：订单能见度拉长，但利率决定“开工速度”。电网与电力设备仍是研报的结构性超配方向。支撑点包括：电气化带来的负荷增长、安全与韧性投资、以及变压器、电缆等高压设备持续偏紧的供给约束。行业龙头施耐德、ABB、Nexans、Prysmian等订单表现强，同时也提到美国关键电网设备短缺导致交付期在部分情形下延长至5年，供给瓶颈本身正在塑造议价与订单持续性。但电网不是“只涨不跌”的叙事。这一板块形容为越来越像“Curate's Egg”：基本面在变好，宏观敏感性也在变强。持续的高能源价格可能推高通胀、抬高利率，从而提高资本密集型电网项目的融资成本、拖慢项目节奏。研报维持超配，但语气转为更谨慎——本质是承认“需求很强”和“节奏未必快”可以同时成立。电动化的分化：乘用车承压，出口与商用车在扛旗研报把电动化的关键词定为“分化但不熄火”。中国市场的矛盾最集中：二零二六年1至2月新能源汽车总销量同比下滑6.9%至171万辆，其中乘用新能源汽车销量同比下滑25.7%；但新能源车出口同比大增110%，出口渗透率接近乘用车出口的一半，目的地扩张到巴西、英国、阿联酋等市场。结构上，B级新能源汽车销量同比仍增长9.4%，而A00和A级下滑，显示需求在向“更高端、更强产品力”迁移。研报因此维持对“多模态电动化”的偏好：电动两轮车、电动公交、电动卡车的经济性更依赖高利用率，反而更能把油价与燃料不确定性转化为渗透率提升。同时也明确把乘用车原始设备制造商放在更审慎的位置，担忧利润与竞争压力。转型材料再被“拉紧”：锂、稀土的中期约束逻辑被强化储能与电动化加速，会把上游材料的确定性抬上来。瑞银将转型材料维持为结构性超配，并给出了一组“从事件到材料”的传导线索：锂：天齐锂业二零二五净利润为4.63 亿元人民币，第四季度利润环比增长198%，产量同比增长24%。同时，研报用霍尔木兹海峡情景做了测算：若中断可能阻断约每天 1300万桶原油供应，并用“替代半数缺口理论上需要约3.85亿辆电动汽车”的方式，强调高油价对电动汽车经济性与锂需求的推动。稀土：Lynas与JARE协议引入110 美元每公斤的地板价，并设置量的承诺；瑞银把长期镨钕价格假设从110美元每公斤镨钕地板价，并设置量的承诺；把长期镨钕价格假设从100美元每公斤上调至120美元每公斤，并上调至二零二九年的近端预测。镍：印尼二零二六年矿石配额被重置到260至270百万湿吨，显著低于二零二五年的379百万湿吨，研报认为原料更紧会抬高镍价“地板”，一体化生产商更能消化成本波动。研报的结论并不花哨：当“供应链安全”进入能源转型的主叙事，材料端的定价不再只看需求曲线，也要看区域化与去集中化的推进速度。替代燃料与化肥：机会在“政策与供给”，风险在“通胀外溢”。研报把替代燃料与可持续化肥放在“正在重新评估”的位置，原因都指向能源安全带来的二阶效应。替代燃料方面，美国生物燃料政策支持增强：最终可再生燃料义务上调生物质柴油义务量，并对二零二八年起“海外燃料与原料仅获得一半合规价值”引入更强的国内倾斜。与此同时，SAF、e-甲醇、氢能航运等路径也出现更多项目与融资推进，但约束点在可融资性、认证与基础设施，而不是技术本身。化肥方面，故事已经从“价格冲击”转向“供给、物流与时点风险”。截至4月7日，尿素价格较冲突爆发以来上涨约50%；中东在相关海运贸易中的占比（如尿素、氨、硫）叠加天然气占化肥成本60至80%，使得能源价格波动更容易外溢到化肥与食品通胀。印度已签署10年期、年供应72.4万吨绿氨的协议，试图用更长期的供给安排降低进口依赖。这些主题之所以还没被研报直接“押注”，关键在于变量太多：政策兑现、原料可得、以及通胀敏感性都会改变收益或风险比。

- Brazil Adds BYD to Forced Labor Watchlist - Tesla Reclaims EV Lead from BYD - Tesla's Sales Surge in Europe and South Korea - Scout Motors EV Production Pushed Back Again - Mitsubishi's Stock Jumps on New Plant Announcement - Weak EV Demand Hits LG's Profit - Race Brewing Between Fast Charging and Battery Swapping - VW Group Announces 4 Beijing Premieres - Porsche to Reveal New 911 and Cayenne Models - Bridgestone Developing Metal Tires for Lunar Rovers

- Brazil Adds BYD to Forced Labor Watchlist - Tesla Reclaims EV Lead from BYD - Tesla's Sales Surge in Europe and South Korea - Scout Motors EV Production Pushed Back Again - Mitsubishi's Stock Jumps on New Plant Announcement - Weak EV Demand Hits LG's Profit - Race Brewing Between Fast Charging and Battery Swapping - VW Group Announces 4 Beijing Premieres - Porsche to Reveal New 911 and Cayenne Models - Bridgestone Developing Metal Tires for Lunar Rovers

LG Energy Solution and GM are converting their Tennessee EV battery plant to LFP production for the US grid storage market. The $70 million retooling signals a broader industry shift as EV demand in the US slows and grid storage demand accelerates. Tim Montague and John Weaver break down what this means for battery pricing, domestic manufacturing, and project developers on this week's Clean Power Hour Live. They also cover the natural gas supply disruption that sent European energy prices up 27%, balcony solar legislation advancing in 24 states, and the debut of robotic solar construction from Terabase Energy.Episode Highlights:Iran attacked a major gas facility in Qatar that produces roughly 17% of Qatar's output. John Weaver estimates this takes 3.5% of the global natural gas supply offline for at least a year. (Source)Illinois is among 24 states advancing balcony solar legislation. A Canary Media story reports that a balcony system at $3 per watt costs about $2,000 and saves consumers $400 per year. (Canary Media)LG Energy Solution and GM are converting their Ultium Cells joint venture in Tennessee from EV battery production to LFP batteries for the US grid storage market. (PV Magazine Energy Storage)Terabase, the automated solar construction platform, is ready for full market debut. The company assembles module tables on torque tubes in a covered structure, then uses robotic vehicles to transport them to field positions. (Solar Power World)  Tim has interviewed Terabase CEO Matt Campbell on the Clean Power Hour (Episode 165) Global battery storage deployment hit 17 gigawatt hours in February 2026, a 60% increase over February 2025. (Energy Storage News)  Support the showConnect with Tim  Clean Power Hour  Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email:  CleanPowerHour@gmail.comCorporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems.  Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

Livium Limited CEO & Managing Director Simon Linge talked with Kerry Stevenson from Proactive at the Small and Mid-Cap Conference about the company's expanding role in battery recycling and its growth outlook within the renewable energy sector. Linge explained that Livium Limited operates across the battery value chain, with its core business focused on lithium-ion battery recycling through its Envirostream division. The company is also expanding into adjacent recycling markets, including solar panels and permanent magnets, driven by client demand and the broader shift toward renewable energy. He highlighted that Livium Limited works with major global clients such as BYD, Hyundai, Volvo Energy and LG Energy Solution, processing end-of-life batteries to recover valuable materials. The company's business model is already proven, generating revenue through service fees while also sharing in the value of recovered materials. A key theme from the discussion was the strong growth outlook for the sector. Linge noted, “over the next five years, we see a fivefold increase in volumes,” pointing to a significant demand curve driven by energy storage and electric mobility adoption. The company is also progressing a joint venture with Mineral Resources to improve lithium recovery yields in mining, offering additional upside without requiring further capital investment from Livium Limited. With supportive regulation, strong demand growth and opportunities for strategic partnerships and M&A, Livium Limited is positioning itself as a leader in Australia's battery recycling industry. #proactiveinvestors #ASX #lit #Livium #ASXLIT #BatteryRecycling #LithiumIon #EVBatteries #RenewableEnergy #EnergyStorage #CleanTech #MiningTech #Sustainability #Recycling #ProactiveInvestors #EVGrowth

- Gas Prices Jump at the Pump - Japan Imports More American Made Vehicles - Tesla Buys $4.3B LG LFP Batteries - Volvo EX30 Axed for U.S. Market - Uber and NVIVIA Expand Robotaxi Tech - Renault to Deploy 350 Humanoid Robots - Buick Launches $70K Luxury EV Van - New Kia Telluride Hybrid First Drive

- Gas Prices Jump at the Pump - Japan Imports More American Made Vehicles - Tesla Buys $4.3B LG LFP Batteries - Volvo EX30 Axed for U.S. Market - Uber and NVIVIA Expand Robotaxi Tech - Renault to Deploy 350 Humanoid Robots - Buick Launches $70K Luxury EV Van - New Kia Telluride Hybrid First Drive

It's EV News Briefly for Monday 09 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailySCOUT RESERVATIONS SWING TO RANGE-EXTENDED HYBRIDSScout Motors now holds over 160,000 reservations for its Traveler SUV and Terra pickup, with 87% of reservation holders choosing the gas-assisted extended-range hybrid over pure BEV — well above the 60/40 split CEO Scott Keogh originally expected. First customer deliveries have slipped to 2028, with delays attributed to technical challenges in developing a rugged ladder-frame platform with dual powertrains.RIVIAN DROPS $45,000 R2 STARTING-PRICE LINERivian has quietly removed the "$45,000 starting price" reference from its R2 product page, replacing it with a countdown clock ahead of a March 12 reveal at South by Southwest where full pricing and specs are expected. The R2 will launch first as a higher-priced dual-motor variant, with a more affordable single-motor base model to follow shortly after.BEVS NOW BEAT ICE ON COST IN MORE MARKETSAyvens' 2026 Car Cost Index finds BEVs now undercut comparable ICE models on total cost of ownership in a growing number of European markets, with Western and Northern Europe leading the way. In the compact segment BEVs hold a TCO advantage in 19 of 30 markets, and the BMW i4 beats the petrol 3 Series on TCO in 20 of 30 European countries.GLOBAL PUBLIC EV CHARGERS HEAD FOR 9.01M IN 2026Global public EV charging infrastructure is forecast to reach 9.01 million plugs in 2026, up from 7.11 million in 2025, though China alone accounts for 67% of the global total and the top eight countries host 88% of all chargers. Growth is slowing in Europe and losing momentum in the US, while Germany is on track to overtake the Netherlands in installed chargers during 2026.UK SUPPLIERS PULL FIXED DEALS AS GAS SPIKESUK energy suppliers slashed available fixed tariffs from 38 to 17 in a matter of days as wholesale gas prices spiked roughly 75% following disruption to Middle Eastern gas infrastructure, with the cheapest typical annual dual-fuel fixed deal rising from £1,509 to £1,640. EV-specific tariffs were also affected, with EDF pausing some EV tariffs and E.ON briefly freezing one, threatening the cost advantage of off-peak home charging for EV drivers.NEXTSTAR SWITCHES ON CANADA'S FIRST EV CELL PLANTNextStar Energy, a Stellantis and LG Energy Solution joint venture, has opened Canada's first commercial-scale EV battery cell plant in Windsor, Ontario, having already produced over one million cells since production began in November 2025. Beyond supplying Stellantis brands, NextStar aims to expand into stationary energy storage for municipal and provincial grids.STELLANTIS PLANS £50M ELLESMERE PORT VAN LINEStellantis will invest £50 million at Ellesmere Port to add an assembly line for electric Vauxhall Vivaro vans and other midsize zero-emission commercial vehicles from next year, building on the site's existing all-electric output. However, Stellantis warns the plant may not be commercially viable under the UK's ZEV mandate for vans, which carries an £18,000 fine per non-compliant vehicle at a 24% electric sales threshold that the industry is currently only half-meeting.MET SEIZES 52 ILLEGAL E-BIKES AND MOPEDSThe Metropolitan Police seized 52 illegal electric bikes and mopeds across London over two days, using targeted checkpoints in high-pedestrian-risk areas including Harlesden and Cambridge Circus. Officers also made arrests for dangerous driving, weapons possession, and outstanding prison recall warrants, linking illegal e-bikes to phone snatches and broader street crime.MEXICO AUTO PLANTS PIVOT TO HIGHER-VALUE EVSMexico's auto sector is shifting focus from volume to higher-value output between 2025 and 2027, with GM concentrating Cadillac OPTIQ production at Ramos Arizpe and BMW committing its San Luis Potosí plant to build the iX3 — its first Neue Klasse EV — from 2027. Both manufacturers have maintained their Mexican strategies despite ongoing uncertainty from US tariffs and trade policy under President Trump.FARLEY POURS COLD WATER ON ELECTRIC UTESFord CEO Jim Farley says current BEV technology is poorly suited to mainstream ute and pickup buyers who tow heavy loads, calling a large-battery BEV "a really bad tow-er," and Ford has already shelved the F-150 Lightning following weak demand and a $19.5 billion EV writedown. Farley backs extended-range EVs as the near-term bridge solution for work-capable vehicles, while dismissing solid-state batteries and fuel cells as not yet on Ford's product horizon.

JANUARY 2026 NEW CAR REGISTRATION FIGURESNew car registrations rose 3.4% compared to January 2025. In what is typically a slow month, BEVs rose in total numbers but lost market share compared to a year ago. The industry is not confident it will meet the mandate target of 33% for 2026, when it comes to zero emission vehicles. The calls for the Government to re-evaluate the ZEV mandate grow in volume and validity. Click this article link, from SMMT, to read more.STELLANTIS WRITES-DOWN €22 BILLIONOn Friday, last week, Stellantis shocked the markets by announcing that they had written down €22 billion in a pivot from their EV focus. They have made the move as buyer interest is less than previous assumptions stated. You can read more, by clicking this Yahoo! Finance article link here.Also announced was the news that the company are selling their 49% stake in NextStar Energy to LG Energy Solution. NextStar Energy was a joint venture between the two companies where Canada's first large battery factory was to be built. If you want to find out more, click this Yahoo! Finance article link here.Automotive Cells (ACC), which is backed by Stellantis, has stated that the planned battery factories in Italy and Germany will no longer be built. They have been on pause for some time. Click this Yahoo! Finance article link here, to read more.JLR 2025 Q4 RESULTS ANNOUNCEDThere is little shock that JLR announced a loss for the final three months of 2025, thanks to the fallout from the cyber attack. The company suffered a £310 million loss, with revenues down 39%. The cost of the attack has risen to £260 million. If you wish to learn more, click this EVO article link here.TOYOTA GETS A NEW CEOToyota announced that they have appointed Kenta Kon, currently the Chief Financial Officer, as the new CEO from 1 April 2026. Koji Sato, who has only been in the role for three years, will move to the role of Vice-Chairman and Chief Industrial Officer. Details are yet to be made clear as to why this change is happening. To read more, click this electrive article link here.OX DELIVERS IN RISK OF LIQUIDATIONOx Delivers is the company that makes the OX, a low-cost flat pack electric truck, stated that they will go into liquidation on 5 February 2026 unless urgent investment can be found. There is no news on whether this has actually happened or not. A franchise, OX Rwanda, will continue to operate. Click this Autocar article link for more.EZO CHARGERS ROLLING OUT TO NORTHERN SCOTLANDEZO has started their project of doubling the charging infrastructure of north and north-east Scotland. Initial steps are converting 177 ChargePlace Scotland chargers to the EZO network. These are the first steps of a 20 year contract, awarded via the Scottish Government's Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund. To read more on this story,

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Anson Resources is a global critical minerals company working in Utah. Through their Green River Lithium Project, they're developing high-purity lithium for electric‑vehicle batteries, helping to power the U.S. clean-energy transition. CEO, Bruce Richardson, joins us with more. Bruce Richardson: At Anson Resources, we're proud to advance America's clean-energy future through our Green River Lithium Project in Utah's Paradox Basin. Through our U.S. subsidiary, A1 Lithium, we're developing a direct lithium extraction operation that will produce 10,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate annually beginning 2028 — more than double current U.S. production, strengthening domestic supply, supporting both Utah's Governor Cox and Federal goals to onshore supply of critical minerals. With all major permits in place, a Letter of Interest from the U.S. EXIM Bank for 330 million U.S. dollars, and a binding offtake agreement with LG Energy Solution, we've established a foundation built for reliability and long-term success. Utah's naturally pressurized, low-impurity brine allows extraction to be cleaner, more efficient and cost-effective. Utah has been an outstanding partner at every stage. With over thirty million dollars invested so far, we're creating jobs and supporting rural communities, strengthening the country as a whole. Derek Miller: Anson Resources is supporting Utah communities by creating jobs, fostering local development and contributing to the state's growing clean-energy economy. To learn more about their projects and community impact, visit AnsonResources.com. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 1/13/26

- 16 States Sue Trump Over EV Chargers - Ford Cancels $6.5 Billion LG Battery Deal - VW EV Battery Company Searching for Investors - Tesla to Build Battery Cells in Germany - Maruti-Suzuki Bullish on EVs In India - Scout Gets Deal to Sell Direct in Colorado - UK Keeps 2035 ICE Ban, For Now - Nissan Starts Leaf Production in UK - Castrol Develops Lower Carbon Engine Oil - Wagener Out at Mercedes, Baudy Is New Head of Design - 60,000 Supplier Jobs Axed This Year

- 16 States Sue Trump Over EV Chargers - Ford Cancels $6.5 Billion LG Battery Deal - VW EV Battery Company Searching for Investors - Tesla to Build Battery Cells in Germany - Maruti-Suzuki Bullish on EVs In India - Scout Gets Deal to Sell Direct in Colorado - UK Keeps 2035 ICE Ban, For Now - Nissan Starts Leaf Production in UK - Castrol Develops Lower Carbon Engine Oil - Wagener Out at Mercedes, Baudy Is New Head of Design - 60,000 Supplier Jobs Axed This Year

Trent Mell, President, CEO, and Founder of Electra Battery Materials Corporation (NASDAQ: ELBM) (TSX-V: ELBM), joins me for a comprehensive overview the value proposition for the Company, as a leader in advancing North America's critical minerals supply chain for lithium-ion batteries and for the defense industry.   Electra's primary focus is constructing North America's only hydrometallurgical facility capable of refining  cobalt sulfate, and it has an operating history of previously producing cobalt carbonate and nickel carbonate. This is part of a phased strategy to onshore critical minerals refining and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. Electra's cobalt sulfate refinery is located in Ontario, Canada, near some of the largest auto manufacturing centers in North America.   Electra is also advancing black mass recycling opportunities to recover critical materials from end-of-life batteries, while continuing to evaluate growth opportunities in nickel refining and other downstream battery materials like lithium and graphite.   Trent reviewed their strategic government-backed infrastructure with support from U.S. Department of War, the Government of Canada, and the Invest Ontario program. The Company has in place 2 key feedstock contracts with Glencore and Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), as well as commercial offtake agreements with LG Energy Solution and off-book government and manufacturing organizations.   In addition to the main opportunity and contracts in place to feed the refinery, Electra holds a significant land package in Idaho's Cobalt Belt, including its Iron Creek project and surrounding properties, positioning the Company as a potential cornerstone for North American cobalt and copper production. The potential exists to add future Idaho feedstock to supplement the Ontario refining, to add in the processing of nickel sulfate, in addition to the battery recycling expansion opportunity.   If you have any further questions for Trent regarding Electra Battery Materials Corp, then please email them into me at  Shad@kereport.com.   Click here to follow the latest news from Electra Battery Materials Corp   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

NIO reports Q3 2025 earnings on November 25, 2025, just five days away, with all eyes on whether the company can achieve its first quarterly profit in Q4 despite an escalating battery supply crisis. This episode provides a critical update on the battery shortage situation that has worsened significantly since last week.The battery crisis has reached new levels of desperation. Purchasing managers from major Chinese automakers are now stationed outside CATL headquarters carrying their company seals, booking hotels nearby, and moving their purchasing offices next to battery factories. Senior executives are personally leading battery task forces to secure supply. XPeng CEO He Xiaopeng revealed he has been drinking with all battery manufacturer bosses over the past two weeks trying to secure allocation.CATL reported Q3 2025 revenue of RMB 104.186 billion, up 12.9 percent year-over-year, with net profit of RMB 18.549 billion, up 41.21 percent. The company was operating around the clock in October with production capacity almost unsustainable. JP Morgan's supply-demand model shows power battery industry capacity utilization will exceed 80 percent for the first time since 2022.The crisis is concentrated in two areas: high-nickel ternary batteries used in premium models priced above 300,000 yuan including NIO ES8, Li Auto L8, Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, and Aito M7/M9, plus lithium iron phosphate batteries being diverted from automotive to energy storage applications.Lithium carbonate futures prices have surged 20 percent over the past month, with the most-active contract on Guangzhou Futures Exchange jumping 9 percent in a single session to 95,200 yuan per ton on November 17, approaching the psychological 100,000 yuan threshold. Since November alone, lithium has accumulated nearly 17 percent gains. Ganfeng Lithium Group Chairman Li Liangbin predicted 30 percent demand growth next year, with scenarios projecting lithium could reach 150,000 to 200,000 yuan per ton if demand accelerates.Four factors are driving the lithium price surge: First, China's energy storage lithium battery shipments reached 165 GWh in Q3 2025, up 65 percent year-over-year, with first nine months totaling 430 GWh exceeding 30 percent of all 2024. Energy storage uses the same lithium iron phosphate chemistry as mass-market EVs, creating competition for supply. Second, China's lithium carbonate output growth slowed to 1.4 percent in November while social inventories declined for 13 consecutive weeks, falling to a record low of 28.1 days turnover versus healthy levels of 45-60 days. Third, China's Jiangxiawo lithium mine producing 65,000 tons annually has been shut since August due to expired permits, removing 7,000 tons per month or roughly 10 percent of domestic supply. Fourth, purchase tax policy changes are front-loading demand with domestic lithium carbonate consumption surging to 135,000 metric tons in November, up over 40 percent year-over-year.Tesla Shanghai Gigafactory celebrated its 5 millionth battery pack rolling off the line on November 12, 2025. Tesla independently develops cell chemistry and designs battery pack structure but sources cells from CATL and LG Energy Solution rather than manufacturing in-house. This represents a hybrid self-reliance strategy. However, Tesla's October retail sales in China fell to 26,006 units, the lowest since November 2022, down 35.76 percent year-over-year and 63.64 percent month-over-month, indicating demand problems rather than supply constraints.Automakers are responding with three self-rescue strategies: First, the self-reliant approach represented by Tesla and BYD who develop their own batteries. NIO once pursued this but stopped due to huge R&D costs and is now planning to spin off its battery manufacturing department. Second, the joint venture approach like Li Auto partnering with Sunwoda

Cloudflare's outage is rooted in an internal configuration error. The Trump administration is preparing a new national cyber strategy. CISA gives federal agencies a week to secure a new Fortinet flaw. MI5 warns that China is using LinkedIn headhunters and covert operatives to target lawmakers. Experts question the national security risks of TP-Link routers. The China-aligned PlushDaemon threat group hijacks software updates. Researchers discover WhatsApp's entire global member directory accessible online without protection. LG Energy Solution confirms a ransomware attack. ShinySp1d3r makes its debut. Rotem Tsadok, Director of Security Operations and Forensics at Varonis, is sharing lessons learned from thousands of forensics investigations. A judge says Google's claims to water use secrecy are all wet.  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest On our Industry Voices segment, we are joined by Rotem Tsadok, Director of Security Operations and Forensics at Varonis, sharing lessons learned from thousands of forensics investigations. Listen to Rotem's full conversation here. Selected Reading Cloudflare blames this week's massive outage on database issues (Bleeping Computer) National cyber strategy will include focus on ‘shaping adversary behavior,' White House official says (The Record) CISA gives govt agencies 7 days to patch new Fortinet flaw (Bleeping Computer) Chinese Spies Are Using LinkedIn to Target U.K. Lawmakers, MI5 Warns (The New York Times) No evidence that TP-Link routers are a Chinese security threat (CSO Online) PlushDaemon compromises network devices for adversary-in-the-middle attacks (welivesecurity) 3.5 Billion Accounts: Complete WhatsApp Directory Retrieved and Evaluated (heise online) LG Energy Solution reports ransomware attack, hackers claim theft of 1.7 terabytes of data (beyondmachines) Meet ShinySp1d3r: New Ransomware-as-a-Service created by ShinyHunters (Bleeping Computer) Google Strives To Keep Data Center Water Use Secret After Judge Orders Records Released (Roanoke Rambler) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the need for large, world-class banks in India, highlighting the government's plan to engage with the RBI and banks to achieve this goal. This aligns with the Modi government's vision of transforming India into a developed nation by 2047. Read more Ola Electric faces technology leak allegations South Korea's LG Energy Solution has accused Ola Electric of leaking “national core technology” in battery manufacturing. A former LG researcher allegedly transferred pouch-type lithium-ion battery production know-how to Ola Electric, though he claimed he was unaware of its confidential nature. Tiruppur exporters lose ₹12,000 crore orders due to US tariff Tamil Nadu's Tiruppur textile exporters have lost ₹12,000 crore in export orders following new US tariffs from August 27. While production has fallen by 30%, there have been no closures or job losses yet. The real impact is expected in 2026 if tariffs persist. ED summons Anil Ambani in RCom bank fraud case The Enforcement Directorate has issued fresh summons for Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani on November 14 in connection with a ₹2,929-crore bank fraud and money laundering probe involving Reliance Communications and SBI. Ambani had previously been questioned in August. Kharif prices crash: Most crops sold below MSP in October Market data shows that nearly all major kharif crops in October sold below minimum support prices, except for paddy and jowar. Limited state intervention means most farmers have not benefited from MSP this season.

Hay un “gigante silencioso” del que pocos parecen acordarse. Mientras el debate del motor se centra en la nueva ofensiva china, en el diseño europeo o en la fiabilidad japonesa, hay un actor que, sin hacer mucho ruido, se está comiendo el mercado. ¡Los coreanos! ¿Cómo lo han hecho? Por supuesto, cuando hablamos de “Corea”, sin más, nos referimos a Corea del Sur que en su propio país en 2023 fabricación 4,25 millones de coches mientras Corea del Norte… a ver, no hay cifras fiables, pero las estimaciones dicen que no llegan a las 1.000 unidades… Corea del Sur fabrica 4.000 veces más coches que Corea del Norte. Ahí lo dejo. Tras esta aclaración y como aperitivo vamos con más datos. En 2023, el grupo formado por Hyundai y Kia vendió la friolera de 7,3 millones de vehículos en todo el mundo. Y no están contentos, pues su objetivo era superar los 7 millones y medio porque las marcas coreanas fabrican en otros muchos países, entre ellos, por ejemplo, China, EE.UU. de Norteamérica, India y al menos 5 países más. En Europa, su avance es más notable. En 2023, la cuota de mercado combinada de ambas marcas superó el 7 por ciento. Y en un mercado tan competitivo como el español, Kia fue la segunda marca más vendida y Hyundai la cuarta, sumando entre ambas un 13,18 por ciento del total. La historia del motor en Corea del Sur es relativamente reciente y es una epopeya de superación industrial. Tras la devastadora Guerra de Corea, el país necesitaba reconstruirse y el gobierno apostó fuerte por la industrialización. En la década de los 60, los fabricantes coreanos empezaron ensamblando coches de marcas europeas y americanas, aprendiendo el oficio desde cero. Kia, fundada en 1944, empezó fabricando bicicletas y luego pequeñas camionetas. Hyundai, por su parte, nació como una constructora en 1947, y no fue hasta 1967 que fundó su división de motor. Su primer coche propio, el Hyundai Pony de 1975, es el perfecto ejemplo de sus inicios: diseño italiano de Giugiaro, motor y transmisión de Mitsubishi... un puzle de piezas extranjeras. Era un coche honesto, pero básico y de calidad digamos que justa. Durante los 80 y 90, los coches coreanos llegaron a Europa y Estados Unidos con una única carta de presentación: el precio. Eran baratos, sí, pero también poco fiables, con diseños anodinos y una calidad de materiales que dejaba mucho que desear. Se ganaron una reputación de "coche para salir del paso" que les ha costado décadas sacudirse. ¿Qué hicieron para pasar de ser el patito feo a uno de los cisnes del sector? No hay una sola razón, sino una estrategia múltiple ejecutada con una disciplina férrea. Uno. Obsesión por la calidad y la fiabilidad: Aprendieron de la mejor escuela, la japonesa. Muchos los consideran los “Nuevos japoneses”. Invirtieron miles de millones en mejorar sus procesos de producción, en control de calidad y en desarrollar su propia tecnología. Dos. El diseño como bandera: A principios del siglo XXI, entendieron que, para competir en Europa, no bastaba con ser fiable; había que ser atractivo. En 2006, Kia fichó a Peter Schreyer, un reputado diseñador proveniente de Audi y responsable, entre otros, del Audi TT original. Schreyer revolucionó la imagen de la marca, introduciendo la parrilla "Tiger Nose" y dotando a los modelos de una identidad más audaz y europea. Tres. Tecnología para todos: Los fabricantes coreanos democratizaron el equipamiento. Elementos que hace una década estaban reservados a las marcas premium como pantallas táctiles, asistentes a la conducción, conectividad avanzada, empezaron a venir de serie o en acabados intermedios en modelos generalistas. Un camino que han seguido los chinos. Un argumento de venta potentísimo. más por menos dinero. Cuatro. Una gama para cada necesidad: Han sabido leer el mercado a la perfección. Su gama abarca desde utilitarios asequibles como el Hyundai i10 hasta grandes SUV como el Kia Sorento, pasando por compactos superventas como el Ceed o el i30. Y, sobre todo, han apostado por los SUV en el momento justo y con los productos adecuados. Cinco. Integración vertical. Este conglomerado es líder en la producción de acero, componentes y baterías. No nos olvidemos que el grupo cuenta con divisiones como Hyundai Steel, líder en el acero, Hyundai Mobis fabricante de los componentes de sus coches entre otras cosas y alianzas estratégicas y “joint ventures” con los gigantes coreanos de las baterías, como SK On y LG Energy Solution. Seis. Electrificación, Ahora o Nunca: Aquí es donde han dado el verdadero golpe de autoridad. Mientras muchos fabricantes europeos y japoneses parecían dudar o moverse con lentitud, Hyundai y Kia se lanzaron de cabeza a la electrificación, con tecnología de 800V que permite cargas rápidas. Aunque, el tiempo lo dirá, esta apuesta por la electrificación, puede volverse en su contra.

In this episode of The Korea Pro Podcast, Jeongmin, John and Joon Ha examine a turbulent stretch for U.S.-ROK relations and President Lee Jae-myung 100-day-old administration. They start with the dramatic ICE raid on Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution's battery-plant project in Georgia, where more than 300 South Korean engineers were detained before a chartered flight carried them home. The team traces the raid's origins, the swift diplomatic response from Seoul and the broader questions it raises about U.S. visa policy and the investment climate for Korean firms. Next, they break down Lee Jae-myung's 100-day press conference, highlighting his criticism of the U.S. raid, his call for national unity and his policy priorities on economic recovery and renewable energy. The hosts assess how Lee's direct style and focus on communication are shaping perceptions at home and abroad. Finally, they look ahead to Freedom Edge trilateral military drills between the U.S., South Korea and Japan, and to the intensifying race within Japan's Liberal Democratic Party to replace Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. About the podcast: The Korea Pro Podcast is a weekly 15-minute conversation hosted by Korea Risk Group Executive Director Jeongmin Kim, Editor John Lee and correspondent Joon Ha Park, diving deep into the most pressing stories shaping South Korea — and dissecting the most complicated ones for professionals monitoring ROK politics, diplomacy, culture, society and technology. Uploaded every Friday. This episode was recorded on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025. Audio edited by Gaby Magnuson

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 Interview with Trent Mell, CEO of Electra Battery Materials Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/electra-battery-materials-tsxvelbm-ready-to-complete-build-4676Recording date: 22nd July 2025Electra Battery Metals is positioning itself at the forefront of North America's critical mineral security strategy by developing the continent's first cobalt refinery specifically targeting the battery market. The Canadian company's hydrometallurgical facility, located north of Toronto, represents a strategic solution to Western dependence on Chinese mineral processing capabilities.The company's business model centers on a stable tolling arrangement rather than commodity speculation. Through a five-year contract with LG Energy Solution, Electra will process cobalt hydroxide sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo via partnerships with major mining companies Glencore and ERG. This material, which would otherwise flow to Chinese refineries, will be redirected and processed into battery-grade cobalt sulfate in North America."We've locked in a five-year supply contract with LG on a tolling basis, which provides us the margin that ensures we never go out of business," explained CEO Trent Mell. The arrangement targets approximately $30 million USD in annual EBITDA once the facility reaches full capacity of 6,500 tons, equivalent to supplying roughly one million electric vehicles annually.The project has attracted significant cross-border government support, with $20 million from the U.S. Department of Defense through the Defense Production Act and $20 million CAD from the Canadian government. This backing reflects the strategic importance of onshoring critical mineral supply chains amid growing national security concerns.Beyond the core refinery business, Electra is developing battery recycling capabilities through a joint venture with indigenous partner Aki, targeting black mass processing from battery manufacturers. The company's approach prioritizes predictable cash flows over market volatility, positioning it as a utility-like investment rather than a traditional volatile mining stock.With zero cobalt production currently existing in North America for batteries, Electra's first-mover advantage addresses a critical supply chain gap while supporting both civilian EV adoption and defense applications.View Electra Battery Metals' company proflle: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/electra-battery-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com 

Time now for our daily Tech and Business Report. GM is once again increasing its EV battery production. The company along with LG Energy Solution plans to start making more of its lower-cost batteries at its plant in Tennessee. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Holly Quan spoke with Bloomberg's David Welch.

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Buckle up for a high-speed legal adventure through the automotive industry's most consequential intellectual property battles. From Formula One espionage that cost McLaren $100 million to landmark rulings that protect the very shape of your car, we're lifting the hood on how innovation is fueled, protected, and occasionally stolen in the world of wheels.The modern automobile isn't just a mechanical marvel—it's a rolling portfolio of intellectual assets. We examine how Ferrari's trade secrets became the center of motorsport's biggest scandal, why even windshield wipers can trigger multi-million dollar lawsuits, and how Jeep successfully defended its iconic seven-slot grille from imitators. These aren't just courtroom dramas; they're case studies in how IP shapes everything you drive.As cars become computers on wheels, we explore new frontiers in automotive IP. BMW's battle against unauthorized 3D models raises profound questions about brand protection in digital realms. Patent pools like Avanci demonstrate how competitors can share essential technologies while still competing fiercely. And as autonomous vehicles race toward reality, we reveal why engineers have become "walking USB drives" of valuable trade secrets.Whether you're fascinated by classic cars or electric futures, these legal showdowns reveal the invisible forces designing tomorrow's driving experience. Discover why automotive innovation isn't just about what's under the hood—it's about what's inside the contracts, patents, and courtrooms that determine which technologies hit the road and which remain on the drawing board.Send us a text

Tu Le and Lei Xing return with a high-voltage episode unpacking the latest chaos in China's EV market. From BYD's aggressive price cuts and zero-mileage car controversy to the Xiaomi SU7 saga and Geely's counterattacks, the battle for dominance is heating up. They also dive into Li Auto's latest earnings, NIO's intelligent driving rollout, and XPeng's momentum in tech and exports.Plus: reflections from Tu's panel at the Mackinac Policy Conference, GM's retreat in China, and why Michigan must lead the U.S. into the next era of mobility.

Acelera con nosotras mientras desmontamos los engranajes legales que impulsan la industria automotriz global. Desde un espionaje de Fórmula 1 que costó $100 millones hasta guerras por la tecnología que permite que los carros se manejen solos, este viaje te llevará bajo el capó de las batallas de propiedad intelectual más fascinantes del mundo sobre ruedas.Descubrimos cómo un ingeniero de McLaren desató el caos al llevarse 780 páginas de documentos confidenciales de Ferrari, resultando en una multa histórica y la pérdida de un campeonato completo. Te sorprenderás al conocer que la mera posesión de secretos fue suficiente para la sanción, sin necesidad de demostrar su uso.Exploramos el dramático enfrentamiento entre Waymo y Uber por la tecnología LIDAR, el corazón de los vehículos autónomos, cuando un ingeniero estrella se marchó con 14,000 archivos confidenciales. La resolución de $245 millones en acciones demuestra cuánto valen realmente los secretos industriales en la era de la conducción sin humanos.Viajamos también al mundo de las baterías eléctricas donde LG y SK Innovation libraron una batalla que casi paraliza la producción de vehículos eléctricos en Estados Unidos, hasta que un acuerdo de $1,800 millones restableció la paz. Desde China hasta Europa, cada caso revela cómo la propiedad intelectual determina quién controla el futuro de la movilidad.Abróchate el cinturón y prepárate para entender por qué hasta los limpiaparabrisas inteligentes pueden desencadenar guerras legales multimillonarias. Suscríbete ahora para no perderte nuestros próximos episodios donde seguiremos revelando los secretos legales detrás de las innovaciones que transforman nuestro mundo.

From his days as an IndyCar race engineer to his current role as chief product officer for a leading storage integrator, Tristan Doherty has always worked at the intersection of high performance and risk management.  Today, he's applying that expertise at LG Energy Solution Vertech to build more resilient, domestically manufactured energy storage systems for America's evolving grid. LG Energy Solution Vertech is the US energy storage division of LG Energy Solution, which has committed $1.4 billion to manufacture batteries in the U.S., creating a hub capable of producing 16.5 gigawatt-hours of energy storage cells annually. This investment is part of the company's long-term strategy to diversify supply chains. "We're on schedule for early next year to be a hundred percent non-Chinese in terms of all of the components and sub-components going into those ESS cells,” says Doherty. This manufacturing strategy is critical in a moment of trade uncertainty. While LG Energy Solution's substantial resources allow it to weather these challenges, smaller players in the supply chain face greater difficulties. "We're seeing projects that are being paused, that are being delayed. We're seeing suppliers that are rethinking their strategy...the goalposts are continually shifting." Beyond manufacturing, LG Energy Solution has transformed its approach to system integration. Rather than simply connecting batteries to the grid, the company now designs comprehensive power solutions with grid needs as the starting point. Doherty describes this as "flipping the script" from an inside-out to an outside-in approach. "The direction of design decisions and the direction of design intent has kind of flipped 180 degrees," he explains. "It's creating much more effective and much more powerful designs." This evolution in design philosophy extends to safety considerations as well. Following incidents like the Moss Landing fire, the industry has increasingly shifted toward containerized solutions that compartmentalize risk. According to Doherty, this approach, combined with other innovations, has contributed to a 97% reduction in energy storage system failure rates. As unprecedented demand growth from data centers, electrification, and manufacturing transforms the grid landscape, Doherty sees energy storage playing a central role.  "We've made immense strides and we've figured out a whole lot of really interesting and fascinating ways of using batteries. But I think there's a whole bunch more to come." This episode was produced in partnership with LG Energy Solution Vertech. LG Energy Solution Vertech is the U.S. energy storage division of LG Energy Solution, here to be your lifetime energy storage partner. Learn more about the company's approach to safety, performance, and its commitment to the U.S. market.

- Tesla's EU Sales Continue to Drop - Tesla's Stock Shrugs Off Bad News - China to Restructure Its Auto Industry - Toyota to Buy LG Batteries from Ex-GM Plant - Stellantis Stumbles with Hybrid Production - Hyundai's Wild Insteroid Concept - Hyundai Shows New Wheelchair Van - Chevy Offers Massive Discount on BrightDrop Vans - Hydrogen Truck Companies Going Bankrupt - Autoline Poll Results

- Tesla's EU Sales Continue to Drop - Tesla's Stock Shrugs Off Bad News - China to Restructure Its Auto Industry - Toyota to Buy LG Batteries from Ex-GM Plant - Stellantis Stumbles with Hybrid Production - Hyundai's Wild Insteroid Concept - Hyundai Shows New Wheelchair Van - Chevy Offers Massive Discount on BrightDrop Vans - Hydrogen Truck Companies Going Bankrupt - Autoline Poll Results

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Episode 168 (1/5/2025 - 1/18/2025) of Apt EVs focusing on the following: Aptera - Unveiling Solar EV at CES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9A1NLVbD0o Aptera - Driving the Performance Vehicle at CES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ayar2UY0uBE Aptera - Partners with LG Energy Solution: https://aptera.us/aptera-partners-with-lg-energy-solution/ Aptera Owners Club - Chris Anthony Interview at CES 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZT8S-qXj5w Aptera - TELO Trucks partners with Aptera: https://aptera.us/telo-trucks-partners-with-aptera/ The Ninjineer - Aptera UI Walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__KiJOBaJS8 CNET - Aptera Ride: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGGM4X8_WGQ Please send questions or feedback to aptevspodcast@gmail.com or follow me on Bluesky at @aptevspodcast.bsky.social. For $30 off your refundable $100 reservation, you can use my Aptera referral code: https://lz953.isrefer.com/go/preorder/HLDVvgJQ

Shoot us a Text.Welcome Michael Wood to the show to talk about the Jaguar vision reveal and it seems GM is backing off its battery building game. We are on the ground in St Augustine filming More Than Cars season 2 so follow us along on social media to see what we get into today. Show Notes with links:Jaguar's latest concept car, the Type 00, was unveiled at Miami Art Week, showcasing a radical design departure for the iconic brand. The design cues will inform Jaguar's electric grand tourer slated for 2026.Features sharp, angular styling with a "strikethrough" design motif.The cabin is influenced by architecture, featuring brass bars and a stone seat plinth."Totems" offer personalized experiences with lighting, scents, and soundscapes.Two striking color schemes: Satin Rhodon Rose and Inception Silver Blue.Marks the rebirth of Jaguar with a focus on sustainable luxury and bold aesthetics.GM will sell its stake in the $2.6 billion Ultium Cells battery plant in Lansing, Mich., to LG Energy Solution. The facility, nearly complete, will become wholly owned by LG and supply batteries to another automaker. GM expects to recover its full $1 billion investment in the plant.The site currently has around 100 employees and plans to scale to 1,700 when fully operational.GM CFO Paul Jacobson stated the move aligns with improving EV profitability and efficiency, emphasizing, “We believe we have the right cell and manufacturing capabilities in place to grow with the EV market in a capital efficient manner.”This sale does not affect GM's stakes in other Ultium battery plants in Ohio, Tennessee, or its planned partnership with Samsung SDI in Indiana.GM and LG will continue to co-develop prismatic battery cells to reduce costs and improve energy density, alongside introducing more affordable lithium iron phosphate cells for North American EVs.LG Executive Wonjoon Suh noted the deepening collaboration, saying, “Together with GM, we've already made tremendous progress.”Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second of the show talking more about the South Korean President, Yoon Suk Yeol, declaring martial law. Tony is then joined by Stephen Yates of The Heritage Foundation to talk about the decision and where the U.S. goes from here.   Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks about General Motors getting ready to sell share in EV battery plant in Michigan to LG Energy Solution. Tony also talks about Joe Biden handing out $1 billion to victims of African natural disasters.   Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony is joined by Dr. Matt Will, economist at the University of Indianapolis, to talk about the increase in Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales from last year.   Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking about the tariff meeting between Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau and Trump suggesting Canada be the 51st state if the Canadian economy should collapse.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the show talking about South Korean President, Yoon Suk Yeol, declaring martial law. Tony is then joined by Major Mike Lyons to breakdown the story.   Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony talks about Chinese President, Xi Jinping, being paranoid and purging top military officials.   Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks more about Joe Biden pardoning Hunter Biden. Tony also talks more about Yoon Suk Yeol declaring martial law in South Korea. Later, Tony talks about Dan Goldman's comments on the pardoning.   Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show talking about what he wants for Hanukkah.   Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second of the show talking more about the South Korean President, Yoon Suk Yeol, declaring martial law. Tony is then joined by Stephen Yates of The Heritage Foundation to talk about the decision and where the U.S. goes from here.   Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks about General Motors getting ready to sell share in EV battery plant in Michigan to LG Energy Solution. Tony also talks about Joe Biden handing out $1 billion to victims of African natural disasters.   Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony is joined by Dr. Matt Will, economist at the University of Indianapolis, to talk about the increase in Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales from last year.   Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking about the tariff meeting between Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau and Trump suggesting Canada be the 51st state if the Canadian economy should collapse.   Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show talking about a Do No Harm Rally about the child gender transition industry on the steps of the Supreme Court. Tony also shares a story about his late brother.   Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks about Elon Musk losing his bid to get $56 billion Tesla pay packages reinstated.   Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony talks about the South Korean parliament voting to defy President Yoon Suk Yeol by lifting his declaration of martial law. Tony later replays his earlier conversation with Major Mike Lyons.   Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking about Eric Adams would love to sit down with Tom Homan and says he doesn't care if the left cancels him.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Thursday and we're talking about GM's big power plant open in a Tennessee town. We also talk about the pricing and specs on the upcoming launch of the Silverado EV, as well as give you the need-to-know details on Monday's full solar eclipse. Show Notes with links:GM kicks off EV battery production at its Ultium plant in Tennessee in a major leap forward in the automaker's electrification strategy.This is start of production at the second of four planned joint venture battery plants in the U.S., enhancing GM's EV manufacturing capabilities.The batteries produced will first supply the electric Cadillac Lyriq at GM's nearby Spring Hill Manufacturing plant, with plans to extend shipments for broader EV production.At full capacity, the Tennessee facility will boast 50 gigawatt-hours, significantly bolstering GM's EV battery supply.GM's collaboration with LG Energy Solution combines operational and technological expertise, aiming to set new industry standards for battery cell production."This moment has been years in the making, and I'm grateful to the thousands of contractors, community partners, and team members who have worked tirelessly to make this moment a reality," said Chris Desautels, Spring Hill plant director.Chevy's Silverado EV RST First Edition is going to hit the market mid-2024, boasting a 440-mile range at a starting price of $96,495. Longer range than initially estimated, up from 400 to 440 miles, with a reduced starting price from $106,895.Features include a 17-inch infotainment screen, Super Cruise technology, and capability for 350 kW fast charging.Power stats impress with 754 hp and acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds, plus towing up to 10,000 pounds."It's a significant leap forward in EV technology, providing remarkable power and range that sets a new standard," Chevy remarked.Monday's, solar eclipse is set to be historic, attracting millions and potentially causing some historic traffic jams and flight delays. If you are in the path of the ‘so called' Totality…here's what you need to know:The eclipse path will span across the U.S. from Texas through states including Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and into New England, covering Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.An estimated 32 million reside in the path of totality, with millions expected to travel, prompting warnings from the Federal Highway Administrator about travel impacts.AAA advises keeping headlights on, not using eclipse glasses while driving, and avoiding stopping on roads to watch the eclipse.The last total solar eclipse in 2017 saw rural interstate traffic congestion lasting up to 13 hours post-event."Pack your patience," says AAA, urging preparedness for crowded roads and recommending a full tank of gas or electric charge.Viewing conditions vary by location, with the northeast offering the best chance of clear skies for the eclipse.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

This Monday has that ‘new car smell' as we give a CES preview to start off. We also cover a ginormous investment being mulled by Honda, as well as a Millennial trend that will require more cars. As the Consumer Electronics Show readies to open its doors tomorrow in Las Vegas, there are several things the auto industry is keeping its eyes on. First, there is a glaring difference between auto industry participation from last year to this, as the big three and many other automakers have opted out. Hyundai will be turning its focus to revealing its VertiportVinfast, who has been making news as it launches its Dealer network will be revealing 2 vehicles which may be coming to the US; a 20k VF3 Microcar as well as a pickup the company is calling their “latest electric vehicle concept” which the company says will reach productionAuto suppliers are in full force revealing many new products focusing on tech deployment in vehicles such as AI enabled cameras and sensorsAutomotive News Exec Editor Jamie Butters says there is something to learn from CES leveraging new advancements to draw consumers in as auto shows across the country struggle to attract OEMs and visitorsBTW, you can pick up your CES badge right at the airport…Starting off with a relatively measured approach in the EV race, Honda is coming to life as they are considering a massive $14 billion investment in an EV and battery plant in Canada near its Alliston, Ontario factory., aiming to bolster its presence in North AmericaThe proposed plant, expected to start production in 2028, would be Honda's second EV facility in North America.Canada's attractive incentives for EV investments, including tax breaks and renewable resources, are drawing major players like HondaRecently Volkswagen and its battery company PowerCo are working on building a gigafactory in St. Thomas, Ontario, slated to start production in 2027.Honda's partnership with LG Energy Solution in Ohio and plans to convert existing plants to begin manufacturing its new e:architecture platformAccording to new data, Millennials, once the driving force behind urban revitalization, are increasingly being priced out of cities and relocating to suburbs, reshaping both urban and suburban landscapes in their search for affordable living.Millennials are moving to suburbs due to high costs in urban areas, despite their preference for city amenities.The Suburban Jungle Group, a firm who helps NYC residents move to the suburbs reports a surge in calls from millennials, alarmed by soaring rents in New York City, facing rent increases up to 30% or more upon lease renewal.As one shopper puts it, “Drive until you qualify.”Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email ASOTU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automotivestateoftheunion

Chris Holman welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, CEO, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties. THEME: Inspired by their recent hiring event, the Launch Team Job Fair, Carrie Rosingana discusses Ultium Cells and employment opportunities coming in the new year. Question: Ultium Cells recently broke ground on its third battery cell manufacturing facility in Lansing MI, tell me about the company and what they do? ● Ultium Cells is a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution focused on the future of the transportation industry. ● Ultium Cells create battery cells, an important step away from fossil fuels, and supply them to General Motors with plans to expand to other automotive companies and industries. That includes rail, aerospace, heavy trucking and marine customers. ○ When finished, the facility will employ 1,700 people in new high-tech jobs by the end of the year in 2025. Question: On Nov. 1, Ultium Cells and CAMW! hosted a hiring event, tell me about the types of jobs that were featured and the overall turnout? ● In partnership with Ultium Cells, CAMW! hosted the hiring event at the Lansing American Job Center. The event focused on recruiting for supervisors, maintenance technicians and Engineers. ● Much like CAMW!'s Employer of the Day events, Ultium Cells conducted on-site interviews. ○ In total, 140 people attended the event. 77 of which interviewed. Question: What can the Lansing community expect from Ultium Cells and CAMW! in the new year? ● Ultium Cells will continue to recruit for open positions at the new Lansing facility, so we recommend keeping an eye out for job postings. ● You can also expect to see Ultium Cells as event sponsors for numerous events throughout Lansing and East Lansing in the new year. ● Stayed tuned on CAMW!'s social channels for opportunities. ○ Carrie, please provide any other information or known events in 2024. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Even if the Federal Reserve is done raising interest rates, other indicators point to increasing economic pressure. Today's Stocks & Topics: VSH - Vishay Intertechnology Inc., LG Energy Solution and Toyota, BKE - Buckle Inc., Is the Stock Market Manipulated, PCE Inflation Rate, PM - Philip Morris International Inc., MO - Altria Group Inc., GDP Report. Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Francie goes over Toyota Motor North America and LG Energy Solution's recent long-term supply agreement for lithium-ion battery models that will be used in Toyota's BEVs assembled in the US. She describes the structure of this agreement, Toyota's BEV plans both abroad and in the US, and how LG is fitting into the battery manufacturing process.LG and Toyota press release: https://pressroom.toyota.com/lg-energy-solution-and-toyota-sign-long-term-battery-supply-agreement-to-power-electric-vehicles-in-the-u-s/Toyota facilities images credit: Toyota North America, Inc. LG battery image credit: LG Energy SolutionToyota, Kentucky, new BEV press release: https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-ramps-up-commitment-to-electrification-with-u-s-bev-production-and-additional-battery-plant-investment/Find us on all of these places:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/outofspecpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCASTFor further inquiries please email podcast@outofspecstudios.com#toyota #lgenergysolution #evbattery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After months of negotiations, automaker Stellantis and battery maker LG Energy Solution have reached a deal with the federal and Ontario provincial governments. It's worth up to $15-billion in subsidies for a plant that's being built in Windsor, Ont.The plant is part of Canada's push into the clean energy sector, but with a cost in the billions, it raises questions about whether this specific deal is worth the money.Adam Radwanski, The Globe's climate change columnist and feature writer, takes us through why this deal could set a precedent for future projects like this.Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com

Henssler 15From the Ingles studio welcome to the Cherokee tribune ledger podcast. Today is Tuesday May 30th, and happy 48th birthday to singer Ceelo Green***CEELO***  I'm Brian Giffin and here are some top stories Cherokee is talking aboutpresented by Credit Union of Georgia  Cherokee court system to get $1.3 million for AV upgradesArmy Corps of Engineers asks people headed to lakes and rivers to practice water safetyand Hyundai, LG Energy to build $4.3B EV battery plant in GeorgiaPlus Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets is here to talk about cutting back on sugar, and Gary Crawford of the USDA offers some better news about food prices.We'll have all this and more on the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast.--------------CU of GA--------------1.  AVCherokee County's court system has been awarded $1.3 million in federal funding from the American Rescue Plan Act. The Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit, which exclusively serves Cherokee County, will receive the funds primarily for audio-visual equipment upgrades. Out of the total amount, $1.2 million will be used to upgrade the audio-visual equipment in all courtrooms, while the remaining funds will cover the expenses of senior judges, court reporters, and bailiffs associated with the circuit. The Blue Ridge circuit is one of 21 circuits in the state that requested A/V equipment upgrades to address case backlogs caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The upgrades are expected to improve efficiency and reduce technical delays in court proceedings. Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs expressed pride in the progress made by judges and court personnel in implementing their grant-funded case backlog plans. Get more on this story at tribuneledgernews.com2. ArmyThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is emphasizing the importance of water safety for individuals and families visiting lakes and rivers this summer. They provide essential tips to prevent accidents and save lives. It is crucial to be prepared for unexpected situations, as accidents can happen quickly. Wearing a life jacket significantly increases the chances of survival in case of an unexpected fall into the water. Understanding the difference between swimming in open water and a pool is vital, and it's never too late to improve swimming abilities. Alcohol and water are a dangerous combination that can lead to disorientation and drowning. Boater's hypnosis, caused by environmental factors, can impair reaction time. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a risk even on open motorboats, so proper precautions should be taken. Constant supervision of children near water is crucial, and they should always wear properly fitted life jackets. Water temperature can be significantly colder than air temperature, so wearing a life jacket is essential for survival.  3. HyundaiHyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution are partnering to construct a $4.3 billion electric vehicle (EV) battery plant here in Georgia. The plant will be adjacent to the Hyundai EV "Metaplant" currently under construction. This project is anticipated to create 3,000 jobs, constituting a significant portion of the $5.5 billion investment in the Metaplant project announced by Hyundai. U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff played a role in facilitating the deal through discussions with executives from both companies, and he credited tax incentives provided by the Inflation Reduction Act for making the project possible. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp expressed his satisfaction with Georgia's progress toward becoming the EV capital of the nation. The new EV battery plant is projected to commence operations by the end of 2025.4. MenstrualCherokee Women's Health Specialists is conducting a donation drive for menstrual products to support MUST Ministries. The ongoing drive has already collected over 300 boxes of menstrual hygiene products with the help of patients and staff. Donations can be made in person or through an Amazon wish list. Dr. James Haley, an OB/GYN at Cherokee Women's Health, expressed gratitude for the generosity of patients and the community. The initiative aims to address period poverty, a situation where individuals lack access to affordable menstrual hygiene products, which can negatively impact mental, physical, and social well-being. The donated products will benefit various individuals, including seniors, young girls, and clients of MUST Ministries. Cherokee Women's Health Specialists has locations in Canton and Woodstock.  5. Concert SeriesGrammy-winning artist Rick Springfield is set to perform his popular hits, including "Jesse's Girl," at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater in downtown Woodstock. This performance is part of Woodstock's free Summer Concert Series. The concert will take place on June 10 at 7:30 p.m. Other featured acts include Uptown Funk (a Bruno Mars tribute band) on July 8, Completely Unchained (a Van Halen tribute band) on August 12, and Drivin N Cryin' on September 9. Shuttle buses will be provided for transportation, and on-site security will be available at designated locations. For more information, visit woodstockconcertseries.com6. SequoyahBrent Budde, the coach of the Sequoyah girls lacrosse team, has been named the Cherokee County Coach of the Year. Budde led the Chiefs to the state tournament for the first time since 2019, with a 5-10 overall record and a 3-2 record in Area 4 5A-6A. Despite facing injuries and a challenging schedule, the team improved throughout the season and secured a playoff spot. Budde, who previously coached Woodstock's football team, praised the team's progress and highlighted their competitive matches against county schools. Peyton Harper, the team's lone senior, was a key player, scoring 39 goals and showcasing her all-around skills. Budde expressed excitement for the team's future and their achievements in the 2023 season.  ------------ESOG - Drake------------7. LeahAnd now, Leah McGrath of Ingles Markets talks with our Bruce Jenkins about cutting back on sugar in your diet:***Leah****We'll be back in a moment-----------Dayco - Ingles 7-----------Inflation, espescially food prices has been front page news for the past year, and while they're still rising, Gary Crawford of the USDAoffers some positive news in this report:****USDAWe'll be back with closing thoughts after this.------------Henssler 60------------Thanks again for listening to today's Cherokee Tribune Ledger  podcast. Giving you important news about your community and telling great stories are what we do. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. 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On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss Tesla deploying the first Magic Dock at Superchargers, a confusing potentially new Tesla prototype, Ford adding battery partner, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: First Tesla Supercharger with ‘Magic Dock' for non-Tesla electric cars spotted in the US Tesla to announce move to new ‘California Engineering Headquarters' Did Tesla just leak the design of its new electric compact car? A new Tesla model or a prank? New prototype spotted is confusing us Tesla Model S/X spotted with new Hardware 4.0 suite of cameras Tesla explains what's happening to Autopilot with FSD Beta v11, adds voice feedback Tesla signs deal with interesting new battery technology company Tesla is considering buying a lithium miner, report says Ford partners with LG Energy Solution to build one of Europe's largest EV battery plants 2025 Porsche Boxster EV Prototype and Macan EV spied during winter testing [Video] Sono Motors officially sunsets Sion EV, will focus solely on B2B solar tech Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRH_S3Qrrx0

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss Tesla deploying the first Magic Dock at Superchargers, a confusing potentially new Tesla prototype, Ford adding battery partner, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: First Tesla Supercharger with ‘Magic Dock' for non-Tesla electric cars spotted in the US Tesla to announce move to new ‘California Engineering Headquarters' Did Tesla just leak the design of its new electric compact car? A new Tesla model or a prank? New prototype spotted is confusing us Tesla Model S/X spotted with new Hardware 4.0 suite of cameras Tesla explains what's happening to Autopilot with FSD Beta v11, adds voice feedback Tesla signs deal with interesting new battery technology company Tesla is considering buying a lithium miner, report says Ford partners with LG Energy Solution to build one of Europe's largest EV battery plants 2025 Porsche Boxster EV Prototype and Macan EV spied during winter testing [Video] Sono Motors officially sunsets Sion EV, will focus solely on B2B solar tech Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRH_S3Qrrx0

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by SAE International: Join the global mobility community in Detroit from April 18-20 for WCX, the largest technical mobility event in North America. Register now.New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on Saturday. Subscribe to our podcast in Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they're available. Stories we discuss in this episode (with links): Tesla signs deal with interesting new battery technology company Tesla shifts its own battery cell production capacity from Germany to the US Tesla price cuts spur dealer discounts and manufacturer incentives on other EVs Hyundai IONIQ 6 prices revealed ahead of spring debut in the US Toyota to begin producing electric SUVs in the US in 2025 as EV demand climbs Ford partners with LG Energy Solution to build one of Europe's largest EV battery plants Uber Freight declares ‘electric trucks are finally here' with its first EV pilot program https://youtu.be/wTQkBSkernU Subscribe to the Electrek Daily Channel on Youtube so you never miss a day of news Follow Mikey: Twitter @Mikey_Electric Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify TuneIn Share your thoughts! Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!

US futures are pointing to a slightly lower open, and they lack positive momentum after Intel missed on sales and earnings. European equity markets have opened firmer after closing flat on Thursday. Asia ended the week on a mostly higher performance. Market sentiment remains positive with a soft-landing scenario priced in. Fed Fund futures indicate an almost 95% chance of a 25bp rate hike next Wednesday. China's fast reopening and quick economic rebound from Covid is bolstering the marketCompanies Mentioned: Intel, Google, LG Energy Solution, Tesla

Meta's stock drops to its lowest level in four years. Honda and LG Energy Solution will build a $3.5 billion battery plant in Ohio. And proposed rules for gig workers weigh down Uber and Lyft shares. $META, $LYFT, $UBER, $DASH Host: Jackson Cantrell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Show #1477 Well…Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, your trusted source of EV information. It's Tuesday 24th May, and Martyn is off on his holidays for the week. I'm Blake Boland, and I've gone through every EV story today so that you don't have to! The “Stealth Bomber” Drops A Bomb: Foxconn-Fisker Vehicle Confirmed - Author of article, Jennifer Sensiba - ‘In a previous series of articles, I explained that Taiwan-based Foxconn (aka Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.) is going to be a serious player in the EV industry, but that you probably won't hear much about it. Why? Because it is going to be the “stealth bomber” of manufacturers.' - A few days ago, Fisker announced solid plans to build the PEAR, and it is working with Foxconn to build it in Ohio. This is supposed to happen in 2024, and the starting price is supposed to be below $29,900. - Whatever the PEAR is going to actually be, Fisker and Foxconn tell us that they expect to sell a whole bunch of them. After a ramp-up period, they want to make at least 250,000 units per year, and that they have high hopes to make many more.   Original Source : The "Stealth Bomber" Drops A Bomb: Foxconn-Fisker Vehicle Confirmed - CleanTechnica Tesla Giga Shanghai output will return to pre-lockdown levels by Tuesday -An internal memo sent to Tesla employees said the automaker plans to have production levels at its Gigafactory Shanghai production facility return to pre-lockdown levels by Tuesday. The plant faced a three-week hiatus in production in April after a surge of COVID-19 cases in the city caused government officials to determine a shutdown was appropriate. - Tesla's daily output will return to 2,600 on Tuesday, according to the memo, which was seen by Reuters. The document said there were around 1,000 electric units produced on Monday, and the weekly output would move closer to 16,000 cars every seven days. - Additionally, this has made a substantial impact on workforces in the area. Tesla, along with other companies in the Shanghai region, has been short on workers, as well as restricted with parts due to supply chain issues in scaled back production due to the shutdowns. Original Source : Tesla Giga Shanghai output will return to pre-lockdown levels by Tuesday (teslarati.com) Tesla Giga Shanghai May Remain In Closed-Loop System Until Mid-June - Tesla's Giga Shanghai factory will reportedly continue operating in a closed-loop system until mid-June, people familiar with the matter who wished to remain anonymous told Bloomberg. - Company reportedly wants to move workers into dormitories and keep them in a form of closed loop until June 13. - With two shifts running 24 hours a day, Tesla's Shanghai factory may be able to return to the pre-lockdown daily production of around 2,100 vehicles a day. Currently, the facility is running at about 45% of capacity and auto parts suppliers are also at around that level, a local government official said at a briefing last week. This contradicts a statement from another local government official who said in early May that Giga Shanghai production was back at over 80% of capacity. Original Source : Tesla Giga Shanghai May Remain In Closed-Loop System Until Mid-June (insideevs.com) Einride Trailer Comes With 350kWh Battery To Add 400 Miles Of Range - The electric semi-trailer will be compatible with both Einride's electric autonomous trucks and conventional electric semi-trucks. - The big news is that the Einride Trailer will also be compatible with conventional electric semi-trucks, which should unlock a far greater market for the product. The Einride Trailer is said to extend the range of the aforementioned tractor units by up to 650 kilometers (404 miles) on a single charge thanks to integrated 320 kWh batteries. - The Einride Trailer is not finalized, with further design iterations expected later on. However, the company plans to have production for initial piloting ready in 2023. -In total, 200 Class 8 BYD 8TT battery-electric day cab trucks to be deployed over the course of the coming twelve months starting in February. - According to the press release, the BYD 8TT will be equipped with a 563 kWh battery (LFP) and offer a range of up to 200 miles. Fast charging power peaks at 185 kW (CCS1 connector). Original Source : Einride Trailer Comes With 350kWh Battery To Add 400 Miles Of Range (insideevs.com) and BYD Receives US' Largest Electric Truck Order From Einride (insideevs.com) EPA announces $500 million in funding for electric school buses - The EPA has announced $500 million in new funding for school districts and other eligible bus operators to begin replacing the nation's fleet of school buses with American-made zero-emission buses. This 500 big ones represents the first round of funding from the $5-billion investment authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.  - Portions of the rebates can also be used to install charging infrastructure for the new buses. The rebate program will select awardees through a lottery system. Original Source : Charged EVs | EPA announces $500 million in funding for electric school buses - Charged EVs Leno Tells Ford CEO He's A "Truck Guy" After Driving F-150 Lightning - Jay Leno received a special guest recently at his garage, Ford Motor Company's CEO Jim Farley. The Blue Oval's big boss came around to show Jay the company's most recent electric vehicle, the F-150 Lightning. - The first thing Jay wanted to know was how hard the F-150 Lightning was to sell to the bean counters at Ford and Farley admitted that it was tough convincing them that an electric full-size pickup truck was what the company needed. Original Source : Leno Tells Ford CEO He's A "Truck Guy" After Driving F-150 Lightning (insideevs.com) Volkswagen ID.4 GTX with LGES batteries sets Guinness World Record for EVs - LG Energy Solutions' global communications team informed Teslarati that Rainer Zietlow set a new Guinness World Record with a Volkswagen ID.4 GTX powered by LG Energy Solution batteries.  - In 2021, Zietlow won the title for the longest continuous journey with an electric vehicle in a single country. He drove through the United States in a Volkswagen ID.4. On May 18, 2022, Zietlow and his Challenge4 team set another record.  - The world-record driver drove up the dormant Uturuncu volcano in Bolivia, reaching 5,816 meters in altitude. On May 23, 2022, Zietlow and his team were awarded an official Guinness World Records certificate for the highest altitude achieved in an electric vehicle in La Paz, Bolivia.  Original Source : Volkswagen ID.4 GTX with LGES batteries sets Guinness World Record for EVs (teslarati.com) BMW and Mini could move to 'agency' sales model in Europe, sales chief says - "We are currently talking with our European dealers about a move to a genuine agency model," Nota told Automotive News Europe on the sidelines of the Villa d'Este Concours here. - Autohaus magazine had reported in March that BMW planned to end its authorized dealer system in Europe from 2024 for Mini and from 2026 for the core BMW brand and instead rely on agency sales for new cars. - Premium automakers in Europe generally offer dealer margins of 12 to 16 percent, with amounts varying according to the product line and the market. In the agency model, sales commissions are expected to be roughly halved, to a mid-single digit, but dealers will not incur inventory and promotional costs. Original Source : BMW and Mini could move to 'agency' sales model in Europe, sales chief says | Automotive News Europe (autonews.com) New Citroen Ami confirmed for UK sale: price, specs and release date - New Citroen Ami going on sale in the UK Small electric quadricycle Prices start from £7,695 Cargo version also available Plenty of customisation options 8hp electric motor and 46-miles of range, 5.5kWh Available to reserve now - Ami Pop, Vibe and Cargo (400 litres!) 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Show #1453 Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of EV information. It's Monday 2nd May, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. 2023 MERCEDES-BENZ EQE SUV SPY SHOTS: MID-SIZE ELECTRIC SUV SPIED - Mercedes-Benz's EQE SUV mid-size electric SUV has been spied again, and this time we have video. - It's one of a handful of vehicles designed around the dedicated electric vehicle platform known as EVA, which debuted in the 2022 EQS full-size hatchback. - It will be built at Mercedes' plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where the EQS SUV is already in production. - The rear doors and trunk section don't stretch as long here, compared to the EQS SUV. The front overhang of the EQE SUV is also shorter, and its hood positioned not quite as high. - Expect the EQE SUV at launch to have a similar powertrain setup to the EQE sedan. This means the standard setup should feature a 90-kilowatt-hour battery and a single motor at the rear delivering 288 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. A more powerful setup with a motor also at the front axle for all-wheel drive should also be on offer, and you can count on all-wheel steering making the cut, possibly as a standard feature in the U.S. Original Source : https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1133845_2023-mercedes-benz-eqe-suv-spy-shots-video BIDEN ADMINISTRATION BEGINS $3 BILLION PLAN FOR ELECTRIC CAR BATTERIES - The Biden administration plans to begin a $3.1 billion effort on Monday to spur the domestic production of advanced batteries, which are essential to its plan to speed the adoption of electric vehicles and renewable energy. - Currently, lithium, cobalt and other minerals needed for electric car batteries and energy storage are processed primarily in Asia. China alone controls nearly 80 percent of the world's processing and refining of those critical minerals. - Senator Joe Manchin III, Democrat of West Virginia, a crucial vote for potential climate legislation in the evenly divided Senate, said last month that he had “grave concerns about moving toward an E.V.-only future” because China controls the minerals needed for car batteries. - The funding is aimed at companies that can create new, retrofitted or expanded processing facilities as well as battery recycling programs, officials with the Department of Energy said. The grants will be funded through the $1 trillion infrastructure law, which includes more than $7 billion to improve the domestic battery supply chain. - In April, President Biden invoked the Defense Production Act to give the government more avenues to provide support for the mining, processing and recycling of critical materials, such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite and manganese. - Between electric vehicles and grid storage, the market for lithium-ion batteries in the United States is expected to increase by a factor of 20 to 30 in the next decade but a secure domestic supply chain is needed Original Source : https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/02/climate/biden-electric-car-batteries.html STELLANTIS PLANS $2.8 BILLION EV OVERHAUL OF CANADIAN FACTORIES - Stellantis will invest about $2.8 billion to overhaul two Canadian factories to build fully electric and hybrid vehicles, the company said on Monday, as part of its $35 billion global commitment to electrification and related initiatives - The revamp will allow the automaker to build such versions of several of its upcoming models using new “multi-energy” architectures. The company also will add a battery lab to its existing research and development facility in Windsor, Ontario, creating 650 new jobs. - Retooling of the company's Windsor assembly plant is expected to begin in 2023 - Stellantis didn't say which models the revamped factories will be building - Stellantis and Korean battery giant LG Energy Solution announced in March that they will together spend $4.1 billion to build a major EV battery factory in Windsor. That investment is expected to create 2,500 new jobs, the companies said at the time. Original Source : https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/02/stellantis-plans-2point8-billion-ev-overhaul-of-canadian-factories.html 1.45 MILLION ELECTRIFY AMERICA CHARGING SESSIONS IN 2021 - Electrify America provided 1.45 million customer electric vehicle (EV) charging sessions in 2021 which highlights the rapid deployment of it charging stations across the United States.  By comparison, the company recorded 268,000 customer EV charging session in 2020. - Electrify America estimates that EV drivers avoided the use of 5.7 million gallons of gas while travelling more than 145 million electric vehicle miles. The company dispensed 41.4 gigawatt-hours of energy to power customer's electric vehicles in 2021. - Electrify America has 800 EV charging stations and about 3,500 individual chargers open or with construction completed. The largest, open ultra-fast DC charging network features up to 150 kilowatts (kW) and 350 kW chargers, some of the fastest speeds available today. - Electrify America expects to have more than 1,800 total charging stations with over 10,000 chargers in the United States and Canada by 2026. Original Source : https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/electrify-america-registers-1-45-million-customer-electric-vehicle-charging-sessions-in-2021-compared-to-268-000-sessions-in-2020--301537567.html TOYOTA REALLY WASTED ITS SHARE OF EV TAX CREDITS - Toyota, which was a pioneer in America with the hybrid Prius before later not bothering much with all-electric cars due to an unseemly obsession with fuel-cell tech, is just about through with cars that are eligible for the federal tax credit. All for a bunch of boring plug-in hybrids. - Bloomberg says that Toyota has sold nearly 200,000, the threshold for which afterward the federal tax credits will phase out, which is what has already happened to Tesla and GM. - Demand for Toyota's plug-in hybrid vehicles has steadily grown, especially as gasoline prices have surged past $4 a gallon, pushing up its cumulative sales of eligible vehicles to 183,000 as of the end of 2021, according to an analysis by BloombergNEF. The company reported sales of another 8,421 plug-in hybrid and electric cars in the first quarter. - “We're planning for it, because Tesla's out, and General Motors is out, and we'll be out probably in the second quarter,” Bob Carter, Toyota Motor North America's executive vice president of sales, said in a recent interview. “When you're out, you enter a step-down phase down, so we're planning for that.” - Bloomberg says that Nissan is about 34,000 Leafs away from crossing the threshold, while Ford is around 43,000 EVs away, though it seems likely that Ford will get there quicker than Nissan, given all the new EVs Ford is making. Original Source : https://jalopnik.com/toyota-really-wasted-its-share-of-ev-tax-credits-1848869981 CATL REMAINS WORLD'S LARGEST EV BATTERY MAKER IN Q1 2022 - In the first quarter of 2022, the global shipment of batteries reached 95,1 GWh, which corresponds to a 93,3 percent increase year-on-year, according to a report released by Seoul-based SNE Research. 1.       CATL: 33,3 GWh (35 %) 2.       LG Energy Solution: 15,1 GWh (15,9 %) 3.       BYD: 10,5 GWh (11,9 %) 4.       Panasonic: 9,4 GWh (9,9 %) 5.       SK On: 6,3 GWh (6,6 %) - Chinese battery makers have been riding the LFP (LiFePO4) wave to gain market share, while Japanese and Korean makers still don't mass produce cobalt-free EV batteries. However, the Korean companies – LG and SK – are already developing LFP battery cells and could soon announce their mass production… - Panasonic is still suffering for relying on producing almost exclusively cylindrical cells for a sole customer (Tesla) for such long time. - CATL is determined to stay on the top and will start mass producing sodium-ion batteries in 2023. Original Source : https://pushevs.com/2022/05/02/catl-remains-world-largest-ev-battery-maker-in-q1-2022/ CHINA'S EV BUYERS MAY RECEIVE CASH SUBSIDIES FROM LOCAL GOVERNMENTS Original Source : https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3176276/electric-cars-chinas-ev-buyers-may-receive-cash-subsidies RENTAL FIRMS ARE ADDING EVS. HERE'S HOW THAT MAY AID CONSUMER ADOPTION Original Source : https://eu.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2022/05/02/car-rental-companies-add-electric-vehicles-fleet/7334798001/ NORWAY HAS A WHOPPING 13 KWH OF EV BATTERY STORAGE PER HOUSEHOLD Original Source : https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/norway-ev-batteries/ TESLA SHANGHAI RESUMES 80% PRODUCTION AT GIGA FACTORY Original Source : https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/tesla-shanghai-resumes-80-production-at-giga-factory-432SI-2815086 QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM Returns on Monday 9th May! If you have a suggestions, let me know. Email me any feedback to: hello@evnewsdaily.com It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. 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Show #1451 Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of EV information. It's Saturday 30th April, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. THE FORD F-150 LIGHTNING ELECTRIC TRUCK HAS MORE POWER THAN WE THOUGHT! - Ford just announced that the power and payload ratings it had specified for the Lightning pickup are wrong. Luckily, they're "wrong" in the right direction—meaning the final horsepower and payload figures for the F-150 Lightning area actually better than expected. - originally was quoted as offering 426 hp with the standard-range pack and 563 with the juicier extended-range setup. Ford now says the standard-range model packs 452 hp, up 26 hp from Ford's "targeted" number, and the extended-range version doles out a mighty 580 hp, up 17 hp - it makes the standard-range Lightning the most powerful F-150 pickup ever - Ford also says the F-150 Lightning's payload figures have been revised upward, though less impressively so than the horsepower numbers. Certain, unspecified versions of the Lightning can "now haul an extra 235 pounds," per Ford, lifting the maximum one of the electric trucks can carry to 2,235 pounds. · Original Source : https://www.motortrend.com/news/2022-f-150-lightning-revised-power-payload-ratings/ FORD'S NEXT-GEN ELECTRIC TRUCK WILL HAVE ACTIVE AERO, MORE RANGE - Ford launched the F-150 Lightning earlier this week, and company CEO Jim Farley hinted at what is to come next. He let slip that the company's Tennessee manufacturing facility would produce a different type of F-Series pickup when production started there in a few years. - he did speak with Laycee from the Miss GoElectric YouTube Channel, who revealed on the latest InsideEVs.com podcast episode (34:44 mark) that the new pickup would have a radical design that some could find controversial. - Farley told her that the new electric pickup would feature active and deployable aero similar to a semi-truck, with the design focusing on maximizing efficiency. - The new truck would allegedly cost about $7,000 more than the F-150 Lightning and offer about 100 miles more of range. That means the Ford could offer 400-plus miles (643-plus kilometers). The current F-150 Lightning can deliver up to 320 miles (514 km). Ford has spent the last two years developing this new truck. - Ford will produce the new pickup at its manufacturing complex in Tennessee. - Blue Oval City, will produce the next generation of electric F-Series trucks and batteries. The site will have three gigafactories. The complex will see operations begin in 2025, so it could be a bit before we see this new pickup. Original Source : https://www.motor1.com/news/582926/ford-next-electric-truck-aero-range/ LUCID CEO MADE OVER $260 MILLION IN PERFORMANCE-BASED AWARDS IN 2021 - Lucid Group CEO Peter Rawlinson earned more than $260 million in performance-based awards last year - In March 2021, Lucid Group's board awarded Rawlinson about 13.8 million time-based units of stock that vest over four years beginning at the end of 2021, plus 16 million performance-based stock units. - The entire award was valued by the company at a whopping $556 million, according to a filing on April 28. Rawlinson's $263 million payday is one of the largest compensation packages paid to any executive in 2021. - The company's market value remained high enough over a six-month period for Rawlinson to collect four of the five tranches of performance-based units, according to the filing. - Lucid Group recently said it needed more cash to fund its plans, which include a second factory in Saudi Arabia, expected to open in 2025. The company raised $2 billion in convertible debt in December, but Bloomberg Intelligence forecasts that the startup may have to sell more stock to raise the necessary funds. Original Source : https://insideevs.com/news/583003/lucid-ceo-made-over-260-million-usd-performance-based-awards-2021/ SHELL AWARDS ANOTHER CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE FRAMEWORK CONTRACT TO ABB - ABB has signed a new global framework agreement with Shell to supply its complete portfolio of AC and DC charging stations. The products range from the AC wallbox for homes, businesses and retail to the Terra 360 HPC charging point. - Shell reportedly intends to operate 500,000 charging points worldwide by 2025. By 2030, this number is to increase to 2.5 million. To achieve this, the oil company needs one thing above all: lots of charging points. Original Source : https://www.electrive.com/2022/04/29/shell-awards-another-charging-infrastructure-framework-contract-to-abb/ - Shell does not provide any further details on this in the strategy, so it is unclear which markets they will cover with how many charge points. Going by past activities, Shell has been active in several markets, reaching across Europe and even Canada. Recent acquisitions or attempts include NEw Motion and Ubitricity and Shell is a partner of Ionity. Original Source : https://www.electrive.com/2021/02/12/shell-to-install-half-a-million-charge-points-by-2025/ BIG OIL WANTS A PIECE OF THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE PIE - The likes of Shell, TotalEnergies, ExxonMobil, Equinor, and BP are all backing EV projects as they expand their portfolios to include non-traditional energy sectors. - In Europe, Shell has been just one of the oil majors to expand its EV charging network over the last year. Shell's subsidiary, ubitricity – standing for ubiquitous electricity – is using innovative technologies to enhance access to EV charging stations by powering cars across cities through lamp posts. Shell's public charging network, Shell Recharge, expects to have over 500,000 charging points globally by 2025, establishing locations across supermarkets, street-charging points, and EV hubs. - Shell is also leading by example by establishing an EV charging hub in London, replacing its petrol and diesel pumps with ultra-rapid 175kW charge points - Last year, Equinor also announced a $130-million investment in Solid Power, a U.S. firm developing all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) for electric vehicles. The BMW Group and Ford have also partnered with Solid Power to acquire ASSBs for their new EV models. Equinor believes the development of ASSBs could provide lower-cost EV batteries to the market. - This April, BP sent EV stock soaring with the announcement of a multi-year contract with Tritium. Tritium will provide almost 1,000 chargers for the U.K., Australian, and New Zealand markets. Original Source : https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Big-Oil-Wants-A-Piece-Of-The-Electric-Vehicle-Pie.html BYD IS CLOSER TO 1 TWH THAN TESLA: CAPACITY ALREADY SURPASSED 500 GWH - In April 2020, Elon Musk suggested Tesla plants would not be named Gigafactories anymore. They would be called Terafactories, implying they would deliver more than 1 TWh in battery packs. With the 4680 cell delays, BYD is closer to achieving 1 TWh than Tesla. - Bridget McCarthy mapped all the cell plants BYD currently has and concluded it has an amazing installed capacity above 500 GWh. To be more precise, we're talking about 522 GWh, which is not counting a huge battery factory planned for Europe and some other plants – such as Huangpi, in Wuhan – that still have not disclosed how many cells they will be able to manufacture. - Tesla planned to make 100 GWh at Giga Nevada but would be delivering around 30 GWh. Most of its cars now need suppliers such as LG Energy Solution and CATL, which provides Tesla with LFP cells. - The list provided by the financial analyst at Snow Capital is impressive. Original Source : https://www.autoevolution.com/news/byd-is-closer-to-1-twh-than-tesla-capacity-already-surpassed-500-gwh-187738.html Bridget McCarthy on Twitter: “In less than a week, 12 different business units within BYD completely shifted to mask production. In just five weeks, BYD went from producing zero masks, to being the WORLD'S LARGEST SURGICAL MASK PRODUCER. By May, BYD was producing over 50M masks per day. - In a matter of days, BYD's designers drew more than 400 renderings of mask machines, the electronics group prepared the necessary parts, & 3,000 engineers from 13 business divisions started building. A week later, BYD was producing masks to be sent around the world. - The teams (i.e. battery business unit vs. logistics department) competed to have the highest daily mask output. BYD yanked battery engineers from the then-top-secret Blade battery project to oversee mask production, one of whom continually topped the “dragon and tiger list”. Original Source : https://twitter.com/bridgemccarthy_/status/1359613174958407680 SERBIA INKS $200 MLN DEAL WITH STELLANTIS TO PRODUCE ELECTRIC CARS Original Source : https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/serbia-inks-200-mln-deal-with-stellantis-produce-electric-cars-2022-04-28/ CHEAPER TESLA MOBILE CONNECTOR NOW LISTED IN VEHICLE CONFIGURATOR Original Source : https://insideevs.com/news/583024/cheaper-testa-mobile-connector-now-listed-vehicle-configurator/ JOE MANCHIN CALLS EV TAX CREDITS “LUDICROUS” IN SENATE HEARING Original Source : https://arstechnica.com/cars/2022/04/west-virginas-manchin-stands-in-way-of-ludicrous-ev-tax-credits/ HOW NEW ENERGY VEHICLES FIND THEIR MARKET IN RURAL CHINA Original Source : https://news.cgtn.com/news/2022-04-30/How-new-energy-vehicles-find-their-market-in-rural-China-19E67ADnaww/index.html VW, BMW, MERCEDES SEEK ALTERNATIVES TO GAS AND OIL AMID THREAT OF RUSSIAN EMBARGO Original Source : https://europe.autonews.com/automakers/vw-bmw-mercedes-seek-alternatives-gas-and-oil-amid-threat-russian-embargo QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM What cables should or shouldn't  come with a new or used EV? 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