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California first state to get federal funds for hydrogen energy hub to help replace fossil fuels
California will pioneer federal-funded hydrogen hubs for clean energy, securing an initial $30M, potentially up to $1.2B, to support decarbonization efforts.
US unveils Americas-wide plan to boost semiconductor production
Blinken announces Americas' initiative to expand semiconductor industry, beginning with Mexico, Panama, and Costa Rica.
China’s industrial support programmes lack transparency: WTO
The WTO said on Wednesday that it was unable to get a clear picture of China's financial support for key industry, such as...
Mercedes-Benz unit partners with Starbucks for fast-charging stations in US
A Mercedes-Benz unit said Wednesday it had partnered with Starbucks to deploy its fast-charging stations at more than 100 US locations
Stockholm tests electric ‘flying’ ferry
Candela launch electric P-12 passenger ferry in Stockholm, aiming to reduce emissions by 80% and cut commuting time by half
Suzuki aims to cut vehicle weight of Alto by 15% over a decade
Japan's Suzuki aims to reduce Alto's energy usage and employ those technology gains in other models as well.
US to issue proposed rules limiting Chinese vehicle software in August
The rules will limit software in connected vehicles from China and other countries deemed adversaries to enhance national security.
EU countries divided on Chinese EV tariffs in vote, sources say
EU split on tariffs for Chinese EV imports, with a dozen in favor, four against, and eleven abstaining in a recent advisory vote.
EU may cut China EV import tariffs for Volkswagen and BMW, sources say
EU may cut tariffs for VW, BMW on China EV imports, potentially lowering charges to 20.8% from 37.6%, pending final decision by autumn.
Serbia greenlights disputed lithium mining project
Court ruling means Rio Tinto may soon restart operations at the mine.
