The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Ford Motor Co. is canceling plans for a large electric sport-utility vehicle and expects to take $1.9 billion in related special charges and write-downs, as automakers continue adjusting their EV plans because of softer-than-expected [...]

The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) highlights the crucial role of petrochemicals in the 2024 Summer Olympics. Petrochemicals derived from oil and natural gas are essential for high-performance athletic gear, such as moisture-wicking leotards and nylon swimsuits, as well as [...]

A recent CNN article addresses the problem of "charger hogs" at EV charging stations, where some drivers occupy fast chargers even after reaching near-full battery levels, causing delays for others. To combat this, Electrify America is testing a solution in California [...]

A new briefing from the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre highlights the human rights and environmental impacts of nickel mining in Indonesia, driven by the demand for electric vehicle batteries. Indonesia, the world's largest nickel producer, faces issues such as [...]

A recent article from RealClearEnergy discusses how EV mandates disproportionately affect minority communities. It turns out that the high costs associated with electric vehicles (EVs), including purchase price and maintenance, place a heavier financial burden on low-income and minority households. These [...]

A recent Wall Street Journal article reports that insuring electric vehicles tends to be more expensive compared to gas-powered cars. The higher upfront costs of EVs, uncertainty around long-term repair expenses for specialized components like batteries, difficulty sourcing replacement parts currently, [...]