Is Online Shopping Bad for the Planet?
In theory, getting deliveries can be more efficient than driving to the store. But you may still want to think before you add to cart.
How the New E.P.A. Rules Affect Toyota and Their Hybrid Cars
The auto giant lobbied hard against tougher pollution rules. This week, the E.P.A.’s new rules proved favorable to hybrid technology, an area that Toyota dominates.
Transitioning to Electric Vehicles in the U.S.
Readers discuss a new Biden administration rule and Toyota’s strategy. Also: Anti-L.G.B.T.Q. oppression; church and state; death preparation; falling birthrates.
Energy Department Offers $2.3 Billion Loan to Boost Lithium Production
Demand for lithium, which is used in electric vehicle batteries, has soared but domestic production of the metal has lagged behind other countries.
Toyota’s Hybrid-First Strategy Is Delivering Big Profits
Toyota, the world’s largest automaker, has been criticized for selling few electric vehicles, but its decision to focus on hybrids is paying off financially.
A Setback for the Transition to Electric Vehicles
Responses to plans to ease the deadline on car emissions. Also: Donald Trump and abortion limits; keeping Aleksei Navalny’s work alive; $399 Trump sneakers.
Biden Administration Is Said to Slow Early Stage of Shift to Electric Cars
The change to planned rules was an election-year concession to labor unions and auto executives, according to people familiar with the plan.
Truck Makers Team Up to Push for Electric Vehicle Chargers
Daimler, Navistar and Volvo have been criticized for not selling many electric heavy trucks, but the companies say the country first needs many more chargers.
Hybrid Cars Enjoy a Renaissance as All-Electric Sales Slow
Automakers like Ford, Kia and Toyota are offering more hybrid options to appeal to buyers who aren’t ready for fully electric vehicles.
Are You a Super Driver? Some States Want to Help You Go Electric.
A small share of motorists burns about a third of America’s gasoline, a study found. Switching to electric vehicles would make a huge dent in climate-warming emissions.