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NHTSA closes preliminary investigation into 1.8m Toyota SUVs
Battery fires at the centre of NHTSA RAV4 investigation partly blamed on exceeding lifespan.
Harris’ energy policy is strategically ambiguous, her aides say
Industry analysts look to previous campaigns and political record for clues on Kamala Harris' energy policies as Trump rails against renewables.
Texas oil regulator under scrutiny as zombie wells gush back to life
In Texas, zombie wells plugged a year ago come back to life leading to tough questions for the confusingly named Railroad Commission.
NHTSA closes probe into Tesla vehicles over front suspension failure
The NHTSA Tesla evaluation had been opened in 2020 to look at an alleged failure of front suspension fore links in the Model...
Energy Crisis Commission launched to review impact in the UK
Energy experts will review the effect of UK crisis in the industry stemming from rises in the wake of Russian invasion of Ukraine.
California allows Chinese robotaxi firm WeRide to test with passengers
Driverless taxi company WeRide approved for testing in California despite looming US ban on Chinese-developed systems.
Argentine lithium a boon for some, doom for others
With lithium extraction, Argentina's people can earn a relative fortune – but the effect on local resources and the future of mining are...
Melbourne officials vote to ban rental e-scooters
Melbourne has banned rental e-scooters, abruptly moving to end a trial contract with two firms after a community revolt.
Workers strike at world’s biggest copper mine in Chile
Escondida mine strike called by union over unmet demands echoes 44 days of action in 2017 that cost BHP $740m.
White House senior climate adviser touts law’s Republican state benefits
John Podesta touted the benefits of incentives offered by the Biden administration's signature climate law, the Inflation Reduction Act.
