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27 Feb 2026 | Synopsis
The green economy still relies heavily on rare-earth minerals essential for EVs, wind turbines, and electronics. The process of extracting and refining them remains environmentally disruptive and largely controlled by China, creating supply-chain and geopolitical vulnerabilities. Going forward to a truly sustainable transition requires cleaner extraction methods, diversified global supply, and greater transparency about the hidden ecological costs behind "green" technologies.26 Feb 2026 | Synopsis
The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is a compact electric SUV built with either a 221‑hp FWD setup or a 338‑hp dual‑motor AWD system with an estimated range up to 300 miles on its 74kW/h battery pack. The unusual coupe-like design based on Toyota‑shared platform, offers solid off‑road ability, and pricing starting around $36k. It’s smaller and less practical than the Solterra but offers good value and a distinctive character.26 Feb 2026 | Synopsis
LiveWire’s Honcho enters production this spring as a lightweight S4 electric mini‑moto in Street and Trail trims. It’s expected to cost $10k–$12k, deliver about 53 mph top speed and 100 miles of range, and use two swappable batteries. As a full motorcycle, it will require a motorcycle endorsement, registration, insurance, and is fully legal for public‑street use once plated.24 Feb 2026 | Synopsis
The article argues Tesla is intentionally winding down its traditional car business to transform into an AI‑first company. It claims Tesla is reallocating resources from legacy vehicles toward autonomy, robotics, and AI services, framing this shift as the foundation of a coming “AI economy.” The piece's objective is to persuade investors that Tesla's future value lies beyond building cars.24 Feb 2026 | Synopsis
New study by Germany's Fraunhofer Institute argues PHEVs fail to cut emissions because most drivers rarely plug them in. Real‑world data from 1 million German PHEVs shows fewer than one‑third charge regularly, with some brands barely using electricity at all. As a result, PHEVs emit far more than advertised, burden drivers with complexity, and undermine the idea that they serve as a bridge to full EVs.
14 Mar 2026 |
Global EV sales are surging while the U.S. alone is slowing, undermining its industrial and energy security as China and Europe race ahead in batteries, software, and EV manufacturing. A wave of used EVs and oil at $100–$120 per barrel only sharpens the stakes. Automakers aren't abandoning electrification; they’re abandoning U.S. policy uncertainty - and America risks ceding the future of mobility.
13 Mar 2026 |
Chery CEO Yin Tongyue rejects EV price wars, opting to compete through tech, quality, and management. While rivals slash prices, Chery raises EXEED ET5 pricing to protect R&D. Backed by a 32B yuan 2026 R&D budget and deep investment in AI, batteries, chips, and smart driving systems, Chery signals a shift toward value-based competition. Its strategy reflects a maturing EV market where innovation - not discounts - defines leadership.
12 Mar 2026 |
Buffering batteries placed near transmission bottlenecks aren't normally labeled as Grid‑Enhancing Technologies (GETs), which traditionally include dynamic line ratings, advanced conductors, and power‑flow controllers. Those tools raise a line's instantaneous capacity. Batteries don't - but by storing excess energy and releasing it later, they increase a line's usable throughput, making the GET definition too narrow.
09 Mar 2026 |
Comma 4 is an aftermarket Level 2 driver‑assistance system from comma.ai that adds advanced lane‑centering and adaptive cruise to more than 300 vehicles. It offers smoother highway performance than many OEM systems but is not self‑driving and requires full driver supervision. Costing about $1,200–$1,500 installed, it gives older EVs and hybrids a modern ADAS upgrade without subscriptions.
06 Mar 2026 |
VinFast is entering the ultra‑luxury EV market with its new Lac Hong brand, launching the 800S SUV and 900S sedan. Both use a 460 kW tri‑motor system and target buyers of Rolls‑Royce, Maybach, and Lucid. The shift reflects VinFast's move away from mass‑market struggles toward higher‑margin luxury segments, blending Vietnamese design identity with global EV performance benchmarks.
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