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EV tax credit changes limit consumers’ options, force new industry strategies
In a bid to incentivize the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), the American government is offering tax credits for eligible buyers as stipulated within the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. However, recent changes in the qualification criteria for these credits have significantly narrowed the options available to consumers. “The primary reason for the credit was to get people… -
Norway approves deep sea mining despite international pushback
Deep sea mining advocates say metals found at the bottom of the ocean are key to facilitating a global transition away from fossil fuels, while scientists have warned the full effects of this practice on surrounding ecosystems have yet to be determined. Still, one nation is plunging ahead, as Norway has become one of the… -
Honda weighs $14B North American EV plant as US tax credit requirements shift
Automakers are adjusting as the Biden administration’s new rules on electric vehicle (EV) tax credits have gone into effect. Vehicles can now only qualify if they meet a variety of manufacturing requirements that put stricter limits on where the materials used to build them and their batteries can be sourced from. The EVs must also… -
FBI warns of cyber kidnappings in US after Utah student becomes a target
Technology has changed lives, giving users more opportunities to connect with one another and providing innovative approaches to everyday tasks. But while law-abiding citizens are using technology to make their lives easier, others are using it to commit crimes in ways once thought impossible. That even goes for kidnapping. Reuters reported in 2019 that there… -
Could cheaper Chinese EVs make their way into the US auto market?
Imagine driving a new electric vehicle (EV) but spending only $10,000 on your new ride. This is a reality in China. In the United States, however, Americans spend an average of over $53,000 on buying an EV — more than double where the median asking price stands for Chinese consumers. It is possible these cheaper… -
Biden administration weighs tariff increase on Chinese-made EVs
The Biden administration wants to put more electric vehicles (EVs) on American roadways, just not Chinese-made models. According to The Wall Street Journal, the White House is considering raising the nation’s tariff on imports of automobiles from China. It would mark the second time a tariff increase like this has occurred since 2018, when former… -
Fatal Philadelphia news helicopter crash spotlights dangers of chopper reporting
The recent fatal crash of a news helicopter from ABC’s Philadelphia station is putting a spotlight on the dangers news crews face. According to reports, pilot Monroe Smith and photographer Christopher Dougherty were the only two on board when the chopper went down in Washington Township, New Jersey, killing both. State police discovered the wreckage… -
Private sector and government agencies accelerate electric vehicle adoption
Businesses and the U.S. government are investing more in the electric vehicle (EV) movement, with corporations and agencies pushing to electrify their fleets. EV use has surged in the private sector, and the federal government is also moving ahead with plans to use more EV and hybrid vehicles. From making Amazon and FedEx deliveries, to… -
Historic COP28 plan to phase out oil met with criticism from scientists
In what is being called a “historic” agreement, nearly 200 nations have agreed to transition away from fossil fuels during the United Nations’ annual climate summit, COP28, held this year in Dubai. This pact marked the first time a consensus was reached on phasing out oil, coal and gas during the nearly three decades of… -
Tesla’s humanoid robot Optimus Gen 2 shows major improvements
The newest Tesla bot prototype, known as Optimus Gen 2, is designed to handle boring, repetitive, and dangerous tasks, according to CEO Elon Musk. The humanoid robot has undergone significant advancements since its introduction in 2021 as Bumblebee. At the time, the bot was barely able to walk around and wave at the crowd. With… -
$7.5B EV charging network plan has 1 station in 2 years — but momentum is growing
In the fiscal year 2020-2021, Congress allocated $7.5 billion to support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the United States. However, two years later, progress has been limited, with the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program currently operational only in Ohio, where just one charging station has been opened. The first NEVI charging station, located… -
Global climate activism sparks controversy amid escalating protests
Climate activists around the world have been employing increasingly disruptive tactics to draw awareness toward environmental abuses they believe pose a threat to the planet. Their methods, which have included blocking traffic, occupying vessels and defacing art, have been met with varying responses from law enforcement, lawmakers and the general public. “We’ve tried every other… -
US electric school bus adoption hits new high, detractors debate practicality
More electric school buses are set to hit American roadways than ever before, jumping by more than 200% since the start of 2022. There are now electric school bus commitments in 49 states, simulated by an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rebate program, which awarded over $900 million for thousands of these vehicles across the nation.…
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