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Debunking the Lithium "Mining" FUD

Plug In India

The interesting thing is before electric cars were popular, no one in the auto industry or mainstream media even questioned where petrol or the metals used in engines are coming from. 9,10,11,12] LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) and Sodium-Ion battery packs will not use Cobalt and Nickel.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

Most modern electric vehicles use a rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-on) battery to power the electric motor, which then turns the wheels (acceleration) instantaneously and faster than a combustion engine. Because of how effective lithium-ion batteries have proven to be, they’re used widely by leading EV manufacturers such as Tesla.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

Most modern electric vehicles use a rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-on) battery to power the electric motor, which then turns the wheels (acceleration) instantaneously and faster than a combustion engine. Because of how effective lithium-ion batteries have proven to be, they’re used widely by leading EV manufacturers such as Tesla.