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Arcadium deal could power Rio Tinto’s entry into lithium supplier big league
Rio Tinto eyes Arcadium Lithium acquisition to become the third-largest lithium producer amid growing EV demand and competition.
GM seeks to ease investor concerns as EV growth slows
GM aims to reassure investors that profits from ICE vehicles remain strong and EV sales are improving, despite slower demand.
China is oversupplying lithium to eliminate rivals, US official says
Chinese lithium overproduction causes an 80 per cent price drop, impacting global competition and hindering supply chain diversification.
US rules on conflict minerals have not reduced violence in Congo, GAO says
A U.S. watchdog found no evidence that the SEC's 2012 conflict minerals rule has reduced violence in eastern Congo.
Analysis: EU backing for China EV tariffs shows Berlin’s waning influence
Germany's split with the EU on Chinese EV tariffs highlights its diminishing influence on EU policy, as Berlin prioritizes domestic concerns.
Does hydrogen need a passport? The case for global standards for sustainable fuels
A report from the IEA stresses the need for unified global standards in biofuels and hydrogen to better track, and drive, progress on...
Trump threatens a 200% tariff on vehicles imported from Mexico
Trump made his remarks on tariffs as he pledged to bolster the U.S. auto industry. Experts have said his plans could increase vehicle...
US trade chief defends tariff hikes when paired with investment
US Trade Rep Katherine Tai defends tariffs on China, calling them a “constructive” tool to boost US industry ahead of elections.
As EU targets Chinese cars, European rivals sputter
EU targets Chinese EVs with new tariffs to shield European automakers.
Rivian lowers annual production forecast due to parts shortage
Rivian cut its 2023 production forecast to 47K-49K due to a parts shortage and slowing EV demand, sending shares down four per cent.
