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My journey to and on the Mauritanian Iron Ore Train

Plug Me In

It took me 17 days to reach the United Arab Emirates, and my route went through fascinating places like the Kurdish region of Iraq, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. ’ Exhausted? It’s like buying a ticket for a blockbuster and then spending most of it with your eyes closed. In my ears, nose, hair, and everywhere else.

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

Drive Electric

Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. For example, BMW now buys cobalt directly from mines to avoid child exploitation by intermediaries. These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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

Drive Electric

Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. For example, BMW now buys cobalt directly from mines to avoid child exploitation by intermediaries. These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. THE BOTTOM LINE.