Tag: EV
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A Recycling Fix for EV-Era Car Scrap
Researchers in Austria have developed a method to recycle car scrap aluminium into a strong new alloy, tackling the looming waste crisis from electric vehicles. By melting mixed alloys together and heat-treating them, the brittle product becomes strong enough for car chassis—cutting waste and emissions from virgin aluminium production.
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Tesla Desperately Needs a New Story
Tesla is struggling with slumping sales, recalls, and vague promises in its latest “Master Plan.” Once powered by Elon Musk’s relentless narrative, the brand now faces fading relevance as rivals seize ground. Musk’s focus on robots and politics only fuels the sense that Tesla has lost its plot.
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Tesla is Totally Wrong about Future of Charging
Tesla’s new retro diner in Hollywood lets EV drivers eat and watch films while charging, but the real future of EV charging looks different. Most people already charge at home, work, or shops they visit. As batteries charge faster and chargers spread across daily spots, dedicated stations may become rare.
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California Now Has More EV Chargers Than Gas Pumps
California now has more EV chargers than gas pumps, marking a major milestone in its clean energy push. With 178,000 shared chargers and nearly 2 million EVs on the road, the state leads the shift—but it still needs millions more chargers to meet 2035 goals.