Why electric cars are a mistake
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Electric cars are hyped to an almost religious status. Companies, both old and new, from Telsa and Rivian, Ford and Mercedes, all are going electric. However, they are ineffective at solving climate change. We should focus our efforts elsewhere, writes Conor Bronsdon.
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Why electric cars are a mistake
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This Rush to Electric Cars is a Colossal Mistake