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EVs Are Quietly Cleaning Up The Air. This New Study Proves It

California’s EV boom led to cleaner air in its neighborhoods, with satellite data linking this growth to lower NO₂ pollution.

Feb 1 -

The Problem With Plug-In Hybrids That Keeps Happening

Pollution regulators had high hopes for plug-in hybrid cars. There's just one problem: many owners don't plug them in.

Oct 16 2025 -

EVs Are Always Cleaner, No Matter Where You Live. This Study Proves It

Researchers looked at lifetime vehicle emissions—including production emissions—and conclusively disproved a pervasive EV myth.

Aug 25 2025 -

Here’s How Long It Takes The BMW iX3 To Beat A Gas Car’s Carbon Footprint

Here's a hint: it's much, much sooner than you probably think.

Aug 6 2025 -

The Feds Just Let Carmakers Off The Hook For Years Of Fuel Economy Fines

With past fines forgiven and the penalty for future infractions set at $0, the CAFE standards are effectively dead.

Jul 17 2025 -

Why Hydrogen Cars Aren't Even Close To As Clean As EVs

It all depends on how your hydrogen gets made.

Jul 14 2025 -

Toyota's Chairman Says EVs Pollute More Than Hybrids. Is He Right?

Akio Toyoda says one electric car pollutes as much as three hybrids. Here’s what research says.

Jun 12 2025 -

Congress Just Took A Sledgehammer To The EV Industry. Here's What It Means

The U.S. House just killed the EV tax credits. The Senate voted to end California's emissions rules. America is about to fall behind.

May 22 2025 -

California’s 2035 Gas Car Ban May Be Finalized Next Week: Report

The Biden administration may land a huge win for EVs next week as it's reportedly finalizing California's 2035 gas car sales ban.

Dec 15 2024 -

EVs Help Vehicle Emissions Drop To Historic Low In The U.S.

EVs and PHEVs brought huge climate wins for the transportation sector in 2023. Emissions are down, fuel economy levels are up.

Dec 1 2024 -

Toyota Calls California EV Rules 'Impossible'

A top Toyota executive is challenging California's EV "mandate." Is there really one in place?

Nov 8 2024 -

Yes, EVs Really Do Make The Air Cleaner

California and New York witness huge emissions reductions as EV adoption rises.

Sep 26 2024 -

Tesla Is Erasing Its Own History

CEO Elon Musk’s original Tesla Motors Master Plan no longer exists on Tesla’s website.

Aug 27 2024 -

What Biden’s New Car Emissions Rules Mean For You

The EPA's tighter tailpipe emissions standards should save consumers billions in fueling and maintenance costs each year.

Mar 21 2024 -

California Has Enough Lithium Reserves To Power Over 300 Million EV Batteries

But lawsuits against the local county and environmental challenges loom large.

Feb 13 2024 -

What Happens To The Climate If Automakers Slow Down Their Electric Vehicle Goals?

As some automakers struggle with the transition to EVs, it likely means more bad news for carbon emissions.

Dec 19 2023 -