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China Has Too Few EV Plants, Not Too Many
18 Jul 2026 | Synopsis
China's EV problem isn't too many factories - it's too many inefficient automakers. The article argues that excess capacity is concentrated in small, uncompetitive firms kept alive by subsidies, while leading manufacturers still need room to grow. As weaker companies consolidate or exit, China may ultimately require more large, efficient plants to meet domestic demand and expanding global markets.Even If The Iran War Ends, The Next Fossil Fuel Shock Is Already On Its Way
18 Jul 2026 | Synopsis
Mads Flarup Christensen argues that global fossil fuel dependence creates "fossilflation," exposing economies to geopolitical volatility like the US-Israel war on Iran. This vulnerability drives global energy, food, and transport costs higher. Christensen critiques how fossil fuel companies profit from these crises and argues that a transition to decentralized renewable energy is essential for long-term economic security and resilience.Tesla's Selling A $225 Balance Bike For Toddlers
17 Jul 2026 | Synopsis
Tesla has unveiled a $225 Balance Bike for Kids, a pedal-free bicycle for children ages 2-5 featuring a lightweight magnesium frame, five-position adjustable seat, and Tesla branding. While many fans had hoped for an electric bike, the toddler balance bike instead expands Tesla's lifestyle product lineup. Despite its premium price, the first production run quickly sold out.The World's Best-Selling Small EV Reaches Australia, It's One Affordable Cookie
17 Jul 2026 | Synopsis
China's best-selling small EV, the Geely EX2, has launched in Australia, bringing a low-cost, five-seat electric hatch starting at AU$26,490. Available with 35.3 kWh or 47.1 kWh LFP batteries and up to 345 km (214 miles) WLTP range, the EX2 undercuts key rivals while offering modern tech, rear-wheel drive, and practical urban transportation, highlighting Geely's global expansion into affordable EV markets.Chevrolet Bolt: 2026 Car and Driver EV of the Year
17 Jul 2026 | Synopsis
The reborn Chevrolet Bolt earned Car and Driver's 2026 EV of the Year by delivering exceptional value in an affordable package. Starting under $30,000, it combines a 262-mile EPA range, faster 150-kW charging, native Tesla NACS compatibility, updated technology, and practical hatchback utility. Editors praised its balance of price, efficiency, everyday usability, and driving dynamics, proving a compelling EV doesn't have to be expensive.
EVWorld Exclusive
No, Nations Are Not Forcing People to Stop Driving
17 Jul 2026 | 
Nations are not forcing people to stop driving. Policies like low‑emission zones, congestion pricing, and future EV mandates are targeted tools to reduce pollution and manage traffic, not bans on driving. EVWorld rebuts libertarian claims that frame mobility planning as coercion and explains the real goals behind modern transportation policy.
Beyond the Paywall: Billions Spent, But Where Is America's Electricity Boom?
17 Jul 2026 | 
A Washington Post investigation finds billions spent on energy projects, stalled timelines, and payments to halt wind development. This EVWorld Beyond the Paywall analysis explains why promised electricity growth has not materialized, how wind project buyouts became controversial, and what this means for America's energy future.
Community Solar: A Scalable Alternative to Utility and Investor-Owned Solar
17 Jul 2026 | 
Community solar offers households a way to "invest" in shared solar projects without owning property or installing panels. Using New Mexico's recent ruling as an example, this article explains how community solar works, why it differs from utility and investor-owned solar, and how subscribers benefit over time through bill credits, subscription fees, and increasing savings after project amortization.
USA's EV Slowdown - And How To Fix It
15 Jul 2026 | 
A recent New York Times magazine piece argues that America is retreating from full electrification just as global EV adoption accelerates. U.S. automakers are pivoting back to hybrids, delaying EV programs, and risking long-term irrelevance in a market increasingly dominated by Chinese and European battery, software, and manufacturing leadership. This review distills that warning and outlines how the U.S. can still correct course.
2026 Smart #5 Pro+: The Trump's America Won't Get - But Probably Should
15 Jul 2026 | 
Smart's 2026 #5 Pro+ is a grown-up compact electric SUV with a 100-kWh battery, 438 km real-world range, and record-setting 424-kW charging. Built by Geely and sized like a Jeep Compass, it rivals the Tesla Model Y in performance and interior quality. But U.S. tariffs, data-security rules, and Smart's exit from North America mean Americans won't see it, even as Canada and Europe prepare to adopt it.
 18 Jul 2026 22:13:13 UTC |
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