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Study Shows Electric Vehicles Reduce Brake Dust Pollution by 83%, Offering Cleaner Air Beyond Tailpipe Emissions

New research from EIT Urban Mobility and Transport for London finds that battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) reduce brake dust emissions by 83% compared to conventional cars. Thanks to regenerative braking, BEVs produce far less particulate pollution, even when accounting for heavier vehicle weights. The study also highlights a 38% overall reduction in non-exhaust emissions for BEVs and calls for further innovation in brake, tire, and roadwear technologies alongside a shift toward public transit and smaller vehicles.

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Rivian’s Upcoming R2: A Serious Contender in the EV Crossover Market

Rivian is preparing to launch its all-electric R2 crossover SUV in 2026, aiming to carve out a strong position in the competitive EV market. As Tesla’s dominance wavers, the R2 is shaping up to be a pivotal model for Rivian,...

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Elon Musk: Tesla’s Deep Problems Rooted in Leadership, Not the Solution

Elon Musk: Tesla’s Deep Problems Rooted in Leadership, Not the Solution

Last Updated: May 21, 2025 | Author: Lay Wen Tesla, once the beacon of electric vehicle innovation, continues to face significant challenges under Elon Musk’s leadership. Despite recent claims that Musk is stepping away from politics to focus on Tesla,...

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GM Surpasses Tesla in China’s EV Market: A Wake-Up Call for the American EV Pioneer

In a development few would have predicted a year ago, General Motors (GM) has overtaken Tesla in electric vehicle (EV) sales in China, the world's largest EV market. According to data from the China Passenger Car Association, GM's joint ventures,...

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Governor Phil Scott Pauses Electric Vehicle Sales Requirements in Vermont

Governor Phil Scott Pauses Electric Vehicle Sales Requirements in Vermont

Montpelier, VT (WRGB) — In a significant policy shift, Governor Phil Scott has signed Executive Order 04-25, directing the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources to suspend enforcement of regional electric vehicle (EV) sales mandates. These mandates were part of a...

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Has Mazda Just Filed a Patent That Will End the MX-5? It Sure Has

Has Mazda Just Filed a Patent That Will End the MX-5? It Sure Has

In a move that may signal the twilight of one of the world’s most beloved driver’s cars, Mazda has filed a new U.S. patent that appears to show plans for an electric two-seat sports car with unmistakable MX-5 proportions. If confirmed,...

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Tesla Faces Mounting Cybertruck Inventory Amid Sluggish Demand

Tesla’s ambitious Cybertruck program appears to be facing mounting challenges as new inventory in the U.S. has ballooned to over 10,000 units—marking a record high and stoking concerns about slowing demand. In early April, estimates suggested Tesla had around 2,400...

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Q1 2025 Auto Sales: Top Winners and Biggest Losers

Q1 2025 Auto Sales: Top Winners and Biggest Losers

As the first quarter of 2025 wraps up, early sales results reveal which automakers are surging ahead — and which are struggling to keep pace. From booming SUV lineups to fading EV models, here’s a breakdown of the major winners...

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Top 10 Bestselling EVs of 2025 So Far: Tesla Still Leads, Competition Grows

As the electric vehicle (EV) market becomes more crowded with new entries each quarter, a familiar trend continues—Tesla remains the dominant force. Despite a slight decline in Model Y sales, Tesla’s stronghold is clear, while compact electric crossovers from mainstream...

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