Dealers Are Turning Away EV Inventory
An article at Jalopnik re-iterates that EV sales are beginning to plateau as the demand from early adopters is satisfied. Major manufacturers have made it clear that electric vehicles haven’t been as profitable as hoped. Ford has stated they expected to lose [...]
Shocking Candor on Fuel Standards
A The Wall Street Journal article delves into the longstanding debate in Washington over the benefits of fuel-economy mandates. Washington bureaucrats have argued that the significant initial investments in these mandates will be offset by the savings drivers will accrue over [...]
EVs are running out of customers — and some dealers don’t want them anymore
A recent article from Business Insider reports that dealers are increasingly turning away electric vehicles (EVs) as demand for them cools down. More electric vehicles are being pumped out of car factories than ever before and some dealers don't want them. [...]
Nikola recalls electric trucks due to battery pack fire risks
TransportDive.Com is reporting that Nikola, an electric truck manufacturer, has recalled its electric trucks over concerns of battery pack fire risks. The company has halted new sales of the Class 8 vehicles and advised customers and dealers to store these vehicles [...]
Mining for EV metals in Congo exacts steep cost on workers
The Washington Post reports that the quest for cobalt, a vital component for electric vehicle batteries, involves a complex tapestry of opportunity and exploitation. Despite international reforms aimed at improving mining conditions, workers like Alain Kasongo grapple with severe health challenges, [...]
EMA Opposes EPA’s Plan to Eliminate Fuel-Fired Heating Appliances from the Energy Star Program
Recently, EMA submitted comments on EPA’s controversial proposal to eliminate residential fuel-fired boilers from the ENERGY STAR rating program. The EPA notice said the agency will not accept new fuel fired boilers into the Energy Star program after December 31, 2024. [...]