Camila Domonoske
Stories
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Climate
Despite evidence, fewer Americans are believing that EVs are greener than gas cars
Why are some Americans growing less convinced that electric vehicles are better for the planet than gasoline? There's lots of evidence that they're indeed better for the planet.
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National
A road trip in an electric vehicle doesn't have to be nerve-wracking anymore
Many people get range anxiety thinking about taking a long car trip in an EV. But a lot of money has gone into improving roadside chargers. We tried them out for ourselves during a 1,000-mile drive.
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Business
U.S. automakers had a punishing week — with a silver lining for shoppers
The four major U.S. automakers — GM, Ford, Stellantis and Tesla — all reported earnings this week and saw their stocks decline. The auto industry is at a "Darwinian" inflection point, says one CEO.
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Business
11 tips for a smooth EV road trip -- without the range anxiety
Considering taking an electric vehicle on a long drive? Plenty of people get range anxiety. But with more charging stations on the roads, things are getting easier. Still, you'll want to have a plan.
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Business
The race is on to build EV battery-recycling plants in the U.S.
Federal spending is turbocharging a scramble to build more EV battery-recycling plants in the U.S. and make them more efficient and eco-friendly too.
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Business
Home Sales Are Dropping — Could The Housing Market Finally Be Cooling Off?
Sales of new U.S. homes fell 5.5 percent in September, marking a new two-year low and the fourth consecutive monthly drop. The changes suggest that the housing market is weakening.
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National
Deadly Limousine Crash In New York Brings Fresh Attention To Safety Regulation Loophole
The deadly limousine crash in New York has brought fresh attention to the issue of limos and safety regulation. The "limousine loophole" means stretch limos aren't required to be tested for safety.
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Politics
From The Front Lines Of NAFTA, More Relief Than Rejoicing
The new deal to replace NAFTA includes modernizations and improvements. But the biggest benefit, for many sectors, is simply that there is a deal — reducing the uncertainty of previous months.
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Politics
Trump Administration Transferred $9.8 Million From FEMA To ICE
The Department of Homeland Security said it needed an extra $200 million to detain and deport migrants. Among the cash that covered the shortfall: FEMA funds earmarked for recovery and preparedness.
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Science
California Sets Goal Of 100 Percent Renewable Electric Power By 2045
Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill mandating that ambitious goal on Monday. He also issued an executive order calling for statewide carbon neutrality by the same year.
