Toyota's stance on battery electric vehicles vs. hybrids

Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda raises concerns about the environmental benefits of battery electric vehicles, suggesting that hybrids offer a more practical path to reducing carbon emissions. He argues that Toyota's 27 million hybrid vehicles have the same carbon footprint as only nine million EVs when considering the full lifecycle of emissions.

Challenges in Copper Mining for Electric Vehicles

A University of Michigan study reveals that the current rate of copper production is insufficient to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles due to the need for large amounts of copper. The study suggests that focusing on manufacturing hybrid vehicles might be a more feasible approach.

Ford's Cut in Hourly Workers Due to Slow Electric Vehicle Sales

Ford is cutting hourly workers at its factory due to slow sales of electric vehicles, with many consumers opting for hybrid vehicles instead. The article criticizes the company for prioritizing social justice over business decisions and highlights challenges with EV adoption among 'Normal People.'