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Car manufacturers are NOT committed to tackling the climate crisis - despite the EV bluster


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Published in Automotive and Transportation on by The Canary   Print publication without navigation

Research shows most global car manufacturers are not financially committed to investing in electrification and low-carbon business models

The article from The Canary discusses the challenges and controversies surrounding the transition of car manufacturers to electric vehicles (EVs). It highlights how major car companies like Volkswagen, Ford, and General Motors have been criticized for their slow progress in shifting from internal combustion engines to electric models, despite public commitments to reduce carbon emissions. The piece points out that while there is a push towards EVs due to environmental concerns and regulatory pressures, the automotive industry's response has been mixed. Some manufacturers are accused of greenwashing, where they promote their electric models heavily while continuing to produce and sell large numbers of fossil fuel vehicles. Additionally, the article touches on the issues of battery production, the sourcing of raw materials, and the lack of infrastructure for EVs, which complicates the transition. It also notes the economic implications, including job losses in traditional automotive sectors and the potential for new jobs in EV technology, but with significant challenges in retraining the workforce. Overall, the article portrays a complex landscape where the automotive industry's move to electric vehicles is fraught with logistical, economic, and ethical dilemmas.

Read the Full The Canary Article at:
[ https://www.thecanary.co/global/world-analysis/2024/12/09/car-manufacturers-electric-vehicles/ ]

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