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The Dirty Truth of Petrol & Diesel Vehicles

Plug In India

These cars and trucks have internal combustion engines that are extremely inefficient. 70% of the energy from burning fossil fuel is wasted as heat, while only 30% goes to turn your wheels. Lithium is a metal that is mined in the deserts of Australia, China, Argentina, and Chile. So what about the lithium used in EV batteries?

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

Drive Electric

To answer these questions, we collaborated with Envirostrat to investigate some of the most common questions and concerns about the environmental impact that increased EV uptake will have on NZ, and in particular, how they really compare to ICEVs (internal combustion engine vehicles). In comparison, EV engines run on lithium batteries.

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

Drive Electric

To answer these questions, we collaborated with Envirostrat to investigate some of the most common questions and concerns about the environmental impact that increased EV uptake will have on NZ, and in particular, how they really compare to ICEVs (internal combustion engine vehicles). In comparison, EV engines run on lithium batteries.

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We Need More Than Just Electric Vehicles

Cars That Think

Scientists and engineers have extended the range of EVs by cramming ever more energy into their batteries, and vehicle charging networks have expanded in many countries. The manufacture of lithium batteries for EVs, like those shown here, is energy intensive, as is the mining and refining of the raw materials. AFP/Getty Images.

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Decoding The Complex Supply Chain In The Electric Vehicle Industry

Get Electric Vehicle

Panasonic batteries are renowned for their energy storage capacity and long cycle life. They provide charging stations, charging management software, and grid integration solutions. Siemens’ expertise in power electronics and energy management contributes to the development of sustainable charging solutions.