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Battery-grade lithium carbonate forecast to trade at $74K/tonne in 12 months

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Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations forecast battery-grade lithium carbonate to trade at 504,813 CNY (US$74,000) per tonne in 12 months time. Lithium carbonate is forecast to trade near its high. Lithium is expected to trade at 484,185.00 by the end of this quarter. Earlier post.). Source: Trading Economics.

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Is A Tax On Electricity (kWh) Consumed The Best Way to Supplement the Fuel Tax for Electric Vehicles?

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As sales of electric vehicles begin to reach significant numbers across the US, states are exploring approaches to replace lost tax revenue since EV drivers don’t pay fuel taxes as drivers of gas-powered cars do at gas stations. Unfortunately there is currently no simple and agreed upon best replacement for the fuel tax.

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Roskill forecasts demand for neodymium for magnets to result in supply deficit; substitutions by 2021

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In its new rare earths market report with forecasts out to 2026, Roskill, a leader in international metals and minerals research, observes that the permanent magnet and catalyst sectors will continue to provide the largest markets for rare earths in the next ten years to 2026. Global NEV production could rise by 3.5-4.0

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Fisker introduces Alaska pickup truck, Ocean with Force E off-road package; 11 Ocean deliveries in Q2

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It will be available for all-wheel drive Ultra and Extreme trims, both at vehicle purchase and as a post-purchase add-on package. million in VAT receivables which Fisker expects to receive as refunds or to monetize against vehicle sales taxes. Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash was $521.8

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What EV Drivers Should Know About Leasing an EV This Year

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Cox Automotive forecasts a notable surge in electric vehicle adoption, projecting a rise from 7.6% Here’s what you need to know about using the EV tax credit to lease your new electric vehicle. Clean Vehicle Credits and Leasing The Inflation Reduction Act is a pivotal legislation reshaping the electric vehicle tax credit.

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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Navigant’s analysis indicates that only buyers in California and Oregon will purchase sufficient numbers of vehicles in order to meet the ZEV requirement in 2018 and 2019. First, there are more products available for purchase with new entrants ready to boost the market profile. Tesla Motors will have a bumpy year.

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China Forecast to Produce 12M Vehicles This year

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China is forecast to produce a record 12 million vehicles this year, according to an official with the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC). In January, China cut the purchase tax on passenger cars to 5% for models with engine displacements of less than 1.6 People’s Daily. million units in July, up 63.57

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