EV Sales Climb in Spite of Automaker Losses and Trump-Related Uncertainty

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  UK ministers plan to subsidise EV loans to drive sales

  State could underwrite private sector loans to reduce monthly repayments and purchase costs
  
  Financial Times - Jan. 29
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  Increase regulation of online sale of weight-loss jabs, pharmacists say

  Current rules leave door open for medicines to be supplied without appropriate patient consultation, association says. Pharmacies are demanding tougher regulation of the online sale of weight-loss ...
  
  The Guardian - Jan. 27
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  EV Truck Maker Nikola Weighs a Sale as Cash Crunch Hits Hard

  The fuel-cell electric truck maker continues to struggle as its cash reserves dwindle.
  
  Inc. - Jan. 24
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  EU plans subsidy for EV car sales to counter China

  Teresa Ribera says European Commission weighing up measure demanded by Germany
  
  Financial Times - Jan. 23
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  Automakers Brace for Impact of Trump Tariff Plan for Canada and Mexico

  North American car companies have operated across borders for three decades. Tariffs would raise prices and cost jobs in the short run, analysts say.
  
  The New York Times - Jan. 21
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  Trump rallied in Washington on eve of inauguration

  The president-elect kicked off pre-inauguration festivities Saturday with a series of inaugural balls and a fireworks display.
  
  NBC News - Jan. 19
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  EV, hybrid sales reached a record 20% of U.S. vehicle sales in 2024

  DETROIT — Sales of all-electric vehicles and hybrid models reached 20% of new car and truck sales in the U.S. for the first time last year — marking a landmark year for “green” vehicles but coming ...
  
  NBC News - Jan. 16
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  VW's Scout has more than 50,000 EV reservations as automaker aims to grow U.S. share

  LAS VEGAS — Scout Motors has received more than 50,000 refundable reservation deposits for its first electric pickups and SUVs, according to Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume.
  
  NBC News - Jan. 9
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  Uncertainty Over Trump’s EV Policies Clouds 2025 Forecast for Carmakers

  Possible tariffs and an end to a $7,500 tax credit are only two factors that could affect automakers’ plans as the new administration assumes power.
  
  Inc. - Jan. 9

• VW's Scout has more than 50,000 reservations for upcoming EVs as automaker aims to grow U.S. share

  Volkswagen, which revived the old American brand, said Scout is part of its plan to grow its market share in the U.S.
  
  CNBC - Jan. 8

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