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The Volvo EX30 Arrives In Latin America, Signaling The End Of The Beginning For ICEVs

CleanTechnica EVs

Despite some promising countries (mainly Costa Rica), Latin America remains a laggard in the transition to cleaner, greener transportation.

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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. tons of GHG (greenhouse gasses) per electric car [3]. 4] An electric car emits about 3,000 pounds or 1.36 metric tons (5.07

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Tesla releases its 2021 Impact Report, shows strides toward full sustainability

Teslarati

From the people it employs to its supply chain and products, Tesla is transforming itself into an entity that is cleaner, more efficient, and more responsible than ever before. The future is undoubtedly electric ? Tesla’s 2021 Impact Report was very particular about the fact that its supply chain is getting cleaner over time.

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

Drive Electric

While the manufacturing of ICEVs has seemingly stalled in reducing carbon emissions, EVs have a cleaner and ever-improving future ahead. Vehicle body and other car parts. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). Lithium is abundant on five continents. THE BOTTOM LINE. MORE EV MYTHS EXPLAINED.

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

Drive Electric

While the manufacturing of ICEVs has seemingly stalled in reducing carbon emissions, EVs have a cleaner and ever-improving future ahead. Vehicle body and other car parts. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). Lithium is abundant on five continents. THE BOTTOM LINE. MORE EV MYTHS EXPLAINED.