Western miners push for higher metals prices to ward off Chinese rivals
There are growing calls from some policymakers and miners for a two-tier pricing system with a premium for sustainably produced metals
Tesla halted some production lines due to global IT outage: report
Tesla halted some production lines due to a global IT outage linked to a CrowdStrike software update, affecting facilities in Texas and Nevada,...
Chinese industry body tells EU to correct its findings on EVs
EU tariffs on EVs built in China breach global trading rules, according to an industry body representing 12 Chinese automakers.
Trump sanctions prompted China Xiaomi’s EV entry, CEO says
A decision by the Trump administration to sanction Xiaomi in early 2021 was the catalyst for the company’s decision to build its first...
Tesla’s California car registrations fall for third straight quarter
High interest rates and stiff competition has led to subdued demand for electric vehicles as consumers opt for less expensive hybrid cars.
Tesla Provides Intersect Power With 15.3 GWh of Megapacks for Solar + Storage Projects
LATHROP, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tesla and Intersect Power today announced a contract for 15.3 GWh of Megapacks, Tesla’s battery energy storage system, for Intersect Power’s...
Indonesia’s nickel boom sparks environmental alarm
In Indonesia's Halmahera, rapid nickel industry growth devastates forests and communities, fueling deforestation, pollution, and broken promises of prosperity.
South Korea’s SK On in talks to supply prismatic EV batteries as it seeks turnaround
SK On, expanding from pouch to prismatic batteries, seeks deals with automakers to diversify its product portfolio.
Tesla launches new Model 3 long-range variant at $42,490
The new rear-wheel drive Model 3 long-range variant is priced at $42,490, $5,000 less than the all-wheel drive version.
Global EV sales up 13% in June, down 7% in Europe, Rho Motion says
Global EV and PHEV sales rose by 13% in June, driven by China’s growth, while Europe saw a decline, according to Rho Motion's...
