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Green levies on UK electricity bills set to climb by more than a fifth

Increase driven by rising costs of keeping power stations on stand-by for when renewables produce less

Business - Financial Times - November 1

Flexibility over electricity use key to UK’s 2030 green power target, says adviser

National Energy System Operator calls for businesses and households to play greater role

World - Financial Times - November 4

Archer Aviation Brings Electric Air Taxis to Japan in Deal with Japan Airlines

World - Yahoo News - November 7

Volkswagen, BMW top Tesla for new electric vehicles in Germany

World - Yahoo News - November 8

What a second Trump term means for car prices and electric vehicles

Car shoppers who have held off on buying a vehicle due to affordability concerns are unlikely to see relief if President-elect Donald Trump imposes the new tariffs he proposed during his campaign.

Business - MarketWatch - November 11

Two dead after electric bike catches fire in house, firefighters say

A pedal bike was converted into an electric bike and stored in the hallway, the fire service said.

Pay rises for 4 million workers in German metal and electrical sector

World - Yahoo News - November 12

Ford reduces working hours at German electric car manufacturing site

World - Yahoo News - November 12

Trump's win could sharply raise the cost of electric vehicles. Here's why.

Americans looking to purchase EVs may want to do so quickly, as the incoming administration is likely to axe a $7,500 tax credit.

Electric Vehicle Companies, Battery Makers Urge Trump to Keep Tax Credits

The Trump transition team wants to kill the $7,500 consumer tax credit for electric-vehicle purchases.

Business - Inc. - November 15

UK government considers ‘flexibilities’ to help carmakers hit EV targets

Transport secretary Louise Haigh says she is ‘listening mode’ about manufacturers’ challenges

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

How a second Trump administration could affect electric vehicle sales

Electric vehicle sales hit an all-time high this summer, but some worry the incoming Trump administration could put a dent in sales. Ryan Yamamoto explains why.

'Electrical work' done at home where boy and dad died

Muhammad Esmael, 3, died in a fire at his home in Swansea, with his dad dying days later.

Uniper Picks Electric Hydrogen’s Tech For 200-MW Green Hydrogen Project

World - Yahoo News - 5 days ago

Stellantis delays Ram electric pickup truck until 2025

Stellantis is delaying the launch of its Ram electric pickup truck from this year until the first half of 2025.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Ford to cut 800 UK jobs as electric car sales stall

The move is part of a wider restructuring programme, which will see 4,000 posts closed across Europe.

Ford to Cut 4,000 Jobs in Europe as Electric Vehicle Sales Slow

The American automaker said the cost-cutting measure would help it compete with Chinese rivals in the face of slowing demand for electric vehicles.

Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Hyundai reveals all-electric Ioniq 9 three-row SUV

Hyundai Motor's newest all-electric vehicle is the 2026 Ioniq 9 SUV a three-row, up to seven-passenger SUV for the U.S. market.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Kentucky Electric Vehicle Battery Production Workers Attempt to Unionize

Workers who build electric vehicle batteries are hoping to achieve better working conditions.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

Automakers Want Trump to Keep Federal E.V. Regulations in Place

Donald J. Trump promised to erase Biden tailpipe rules that are designed to get carmakers to produce E.V.s. But Detroit wants to keep them.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

3 observations after McCain and Maxey lead Sixers to victory with electric shotmaking

Jared McCain and Tyrese Maxey starred on Friday night as the Sixers earned a 113-98 win over the Nets at Wells Fargo Center.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 21 hours ago

Hyundai, Kia recall over 200K electric cars over power issues

Hyundai and Kia announced this week recalls for more than 200,000 electric vehicles due to loss of drive power that can increase the risk of crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety ...

Politics - The Hill - 8 hours ago

U.S.-supplied military vehicles proving critical to Ukraine's battle efforts

The U.S. has supplied Ukraine with over $60 billion in military assistance since Russia invaded in 2022, including Stryker fighting vehicles used by Ukraine's 80th Air Assault Brigade to launch an ...

Nigeria’s president summons Aliko Dangote over supplies to new oil refinery

Meeting on Tuesday is needed to release more crude for refinery, says industrialist

World - Financial Times - October 29

Rental homes supply will be hit by Budget stamp duty changes, say landlords

Levy on second homes and buy-to-lets raised from 3 per cent to 5 per cent

World - Financial Times - October 30

Airbus sticks to aircraft production target despite supply chain woes

Board plans to propose renewing Guillaume Faury’s mandate as chief executive next year

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Chinese sanctions hit US drone maker supplying Ukraine

Beijing’s move leaves California company rushing to find new battery providers

World - Financial Times - October 31

Samsung reports 'major' progress in supply deal for AI chips

Samsung Electronics has reported progress on a major supply deal for artificial intelligence-focused chips, aiming to reassure investors following a slowdown in semiconductor profits during the ...

World - ABC News - October 31

Strike on Gaza Hospital Destroys UN Supplies, Palestinian Officials Say

Israeli troops had withdrawn from Kamal Adwan Hospital after arresting most of the medical staff. The Israeli military said it was “unaware of a strike” there.

World - The New York Times - October 31

California Will Boost Sustainable Fuel Supplies to Curb Airplane Emissions

Jet engines contribute about 9 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the agreement with an airlines trade group may help reduce the total.

Business - Inc. - October 31

U.S. Drugmakers Are Breaking Up With Their Chinese Supply-Chain Partners

U.S. drugmakers and biotechs have come to rely on Chinese partners. Now, some of them are looking for alternatives as geopolitical tensions rise.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 1

Pakistan loses its edge in supplying China with sesame seeds

Companies squeezed by falling prices as other countries compete to cultivate crop prized in Chinese kitchens

Business - Financial Times - November 4

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