{"id":11067,"date":"2024-06-19T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=11067"},"modified":"2024-06-18T20:07:18","modified_gmt":"2024-06-19T03:07:18","slug":"the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Major Controversies Surrounding Electric Cars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The automotive landscape has undergone a seismic shift in the past decade with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs). As these silent powerhouses surged onto roads worldwide, they brought not just the promise of a greener future but also a bevy of controversies, debates, and discussions. From concerns over autonomous driving technology to ethical dilemmas about battery component sourcing, the journey of EVs hasn&#8217;t been a smooth ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Teslas_Autopilot_Accidents_2016-ongoing\" title=\"Tesla&#8217;s Autopilot Accidents (2016-ongoing)\">Tesla&#8217;s Autopilot Accidents (2016-ongoing)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Nikola_Motors_Fraud_Allegations_2020\" title=\"Nikola Motors Fraud Allegations (2020)\">Nikola Motors Fraud Allegations (2020)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Dieselgate_Impact_on_EV_Transition_2015\" title=\"Dieselgate Impact on EV Transition (2015)\">Dieselgate Impact on EV Transition (2015)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Concerns_Over_EV_Battery_Mining_ongoing\" title=\"Concerns Over EV Battery Mining (ongoing)\">Concerns Over EV Battery Mining (ongoing)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Teslas_SolarCity_Acquisition_2016\" title=\"Tesla&#8217;s SolarCity Acquisition (2016)\">Tesla&#8217;s SolarCity Acquisition (2016)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#GMs_EV1_Program_Its_Revival_1996_revisited_in_2010s\" title=\"GM&#8217;s EV1 Program &amp; Its Revival (1996, revisited in 2010s)\">GM&#8217;s EV1 Program &amp; Its Revival (1996, revisited in 2010s)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Concerns_Over_EV_Fire_Incidents_ongoing\" title=\"Concerns Over EV Fire Incidents (ongoing)\">Concerns Over EV Fire Incidents (ongoing)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Rivians_Pricing_Controversy_2021\" title=\"Rivian&#8217;s Pricing Controversy (2021)\">Rivian&#8217;s Pricing Controversy (2021)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Challenges_with_EV_Infrastructure_%E2%80%9CRange_Anxiety%E2%80%9D_ongoing\" title=\"Challenges with EV Infrastructure &amp; &#8220;Range Anxiety&#8221; (ongoing)\">Challenges with EV Infrastructure &amp; &#8220;Range Anxiety&#8221; (ongoing)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#Elon_Musks_Tweets_Market_Influence_ongoing\" title=\"Elon Musk&#8217;s Tweets &amp; Market Influence (ongoing)\">Elon Musk&#8217;s Tweets &amp; Market Influence (ongoing)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#20_Best-Selling_Lincolns_of_All_Time\" title=\"20 Best-Selling Lincolns of All Time\">20 Best-Selling Lincolns of All Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-top-ev-controversies-of-the-past-decade\/#13_of_The_Worst_Vintage_Chevrolet_Cars_Ever_Made\" title=\"13 of The Worst Vintage Chevrolet Cars Ever Made\">13 of The Worst Vintage Chevrolet Cars Ever Made<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Teslas_Autopilot_Accidents_2016-ongoing\"><\/span>Tesla&#8217;s Autopilot Accidents (2016-ongoing)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Teslas-Autopilot.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11070\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Teslas-Autopilot.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Teslas-Autopilot-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Teslas-Autopilot-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Beach Media \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/costa-mesa-ca-usa-10252019-interior-1542182744\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/costa-mesa-ca-usa-10252019-interior-1542182744\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Since its introduction, Tesla&#8217;s Autopilot system has been at the center of various controversies due to accidents, some fatal, which were allegedly caused by misuse or system malfunctions. The most publicized incident occurred in May 2016 when a Tesla Model S, reportedly on Autopilot, crashed into a semi-truck in Florida, killing the driver. These incidents raised questions about the safety and limitations of autonomous driving technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nikola_Motors_Fraud_Allegations_2020\"><\/span>Nikola Motors Fraud Allegations (2020)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Nikola-Motors.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11071\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Nikola-Motors.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Nikola-Motors-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Nikola-Motors-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Stephanie L Sanchez \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/westerville-ohiounited-statesjune-2020-nikola-motor-1752833867\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/westerville-ohiounited-statesjune-2020-nikola-motor-1752833867\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In September 2020, Hindenburg Research, a short-selling firm, accused Nikola Motors, an electric and hydrogen truck startup, of fraud. The report alleged that Nikola had misled investors with false claims about its technology and infrastructure. Following the allegations, the company&#8217;s founder and chairman, Trevor Milton, resigned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dieselgate_Impact_on_EV_Transition_2015\"><\/span>Dieselgate Impact on EV Transition (2015)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/vw-electric-car.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11072\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/vw-electric-car.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/vw-electric-car-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/vw-electric-car-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: nrqemi \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/coventry-uk-september-24th-2018-vw-1190674432\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/coventry-uk-september-24th-2018-vw-1190674432\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Volkswagen&#8217;s &#8220;Dieselgate&#8221; scandal, where they were found cheating on emissions tests, had a ripple effect on the entire auto industry. In the aftermath, as a part of its strategy to regain trust and rebrand, VW aggressively pivoted towards EVs, launching its ID. series of electric cars and committing billions to electrification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Concerns_Over_EV_Battery_Mining_ongoing\"><\/span>Concerns Over EV Battery Mining (ongoing)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cobalt-mine.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11073\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cobalt-mine.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cobalt-mine-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cobalt-mine-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Sunart Media \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/antiatlas-morocco-nov-21-2018-bou-1374259169\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/antiatlas-morocco-nov-21-2018-bou-1374259169\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As the demand for EVs rose, concerns grew regarding the ethical sourcing of materials, particularly cobalt, used in EV batteries. Reports of child labor and poor working conditions in cobalt mines, especially in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, put pressure on manufacturers to ensure ethical sourcing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Teslas_SolarCity_Acquisition_2016\"><\/span>Tesla&#8217;s SolarCity Acquisition (2016)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/solarcity-logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/solarcity-logo.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/solarcity-logo-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/solarcity-logo-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/solarcity-logo-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: IgorGolovniov \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kiev-ukraine-march-3-2019-solarcity-1328744423\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kiev-ukraine-march-3-2019-solarcity-1328744423\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In 2016, Tesla&#8217;s acquisition of SolarCity, a solar energy services company, faced criticism and was deemed controversial by many shareholders and analysts. Some believed it was a bailout of SolarCity at the expense of Tesla shareholders. The deal was also criticized for potential conflict of interest, as Elon Musk was chairman of both companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GMs_EV1_Program_Its_Revival_1996_revisited_in_2010s\"><\/span>GM&#8217;s EV1 Program &amp; Its Revival (1996, revisited in 2010s)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/gm-logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11075\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/gm-logo.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/gm-logo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/gm-logo-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Jonathan Weiss \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/marion-circa-march-2019-general-motors-1346649860\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/marion-circa-march-2019-general-motors-1346649860\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While the GM EV1 electric car program mainly took place in the 1990s, the controversy was revisited in the 2010s with the rise of EV popularity. Many believed that GM intentionally sabotaged the EV1 program, leading to the car&#8217;s discontinuation. The release of the documentary &#8220;Who Killed the Electric Car?&#8221; in 2006 revived these discussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Concerns_Over_EV_Fire_Incidents_ongoing\"><\/span>Concerns Over EV Fire Incidents (ongoing)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/car-fire.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11076\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/car-fire.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/car-fire-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/car-fire-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Photo Spirit \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/car-on-fire-night-police-lights-1121414222\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/car-on-fire-night-police-lights-1121414222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sporadic reports of EVs catching fire, especially after accidents, have created controversy. Although the rate of fire incidents in EVs is comparable or even lower than that in internal combustion engine vehicles, each reported incident tends to attract significant media attention, raising concerns over battery safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rivians_Pricing_Controversy_2021\"><\/span>Rivian&#8217;s Pricing Controversy (2021)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rivian.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11077\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rivian.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rivian-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rivian-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Tada Images \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/south-san-francisco-ca-usa-may-2155190835\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/south-san-francisco-ca-usa-may-2155190835\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In November 2021, EV startup Rivian faced backlash when it announced a significant price increase for its R1T and R1S models. The controversy intensified as some customers who had placed pre-orders were affected by the revised pricing. The company later reversed its decision after the public outcry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_with_EV_Infrastructure_%E2%80%9CRange_Anxiety%E2%80%9D_ongoing\"><\/span>Challenges with EV Infrastructure &amp; &#8220;Range Anxiety&#8221; (ongoing)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"527\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Range-Anxiety.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11078\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Range-Anxiety.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Range-Anxiety-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Range-Anxiety-768x405.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: aslysun \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/asian-young-man-worry-about-driving-1881836392\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/asian-young-man-worry-about-driving-1881836392\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As EVs became more popular, concerns about charging infrastructure and range limitations took center stage. The term &#8220;range anxiety&#8221; became popular, referring to the fear that an EV would run out of battery before reaching a charging station. Efforts to expand charging networks and improve battery technology have been ongoing to address this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elon_Musks_Tweets_Market_Influence_ongoing\"><\/span>Elon Musk&#8217;s Tweets &amp; Market Influence (ongoing)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/elon-musk.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/elon-musk.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/elon-musk-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/elon-musk-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Frederic Legrand &#8211; COMEO \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/paris-france-june-16-2023-elon-2318800285\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/paris-france-june-16-2023-elon-2318800285\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, is known for his active presence on Twitter. Several times, his tweets about Tesla products, stock, or the EV industry at large have caused market fluctuations and controversies, leading to discussions about the power and responsibility of influential figures on social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared on <a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=11067\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=11067\">MyCarMakesNoise<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>15 Iconic Fire Trucks That Capture American Heroism<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-62.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-62.png 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-62-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-62-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-62-480x360.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Marine 69-71 \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=American%20LaFrance%20Series%20700&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Glendale-American_LaFrance_-_Foamite_700_Series-1954-2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Fire trucks are more than just vehicles; they are symbols of bravery and resilience, racing to the rescue in times of need. Throughout history, certain fire trucks have become iconic, embodying the spirit of American heroism and innovation. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/news\/us\/15-iconic-fire-trucks-that-capture-american-heroism\/ss-BB1ny97K?cvid=6017c5b65c37466bdf5a9007493ea5e8&amp;ei=10#image=2\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/news\/us\/15-iconic-fire-trucks-that-capture-american-heroism\/ss-BB1ny97K?cvid=6017c5b65c37466bdf5a9007493ea5e8&amp;ei=10#image=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Best-Selling_Lincolns_of_All_Time\"><\/span>20 Best-Selling Lincolns of All Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-63.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-63.png 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-63-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-63-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Lincoln has a storied history of crafting luxurious and innovative vehicles that have captured the hearts of drivers. In this article, we take a look at the 20 best-selling Lincolns of all time, showcasing the models that have set the standard for style, comfort, and performance. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/autos-luxury\/20-best-selling-lincolns-of-all-time\/ss-BB1nxGON?cvid=6017c5b65c37466bdf5a9007493ea5e8&amp;ei=14\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/autos-luxury\/20-best-selling-lincolns-of-all-time\/ss-BB1nxGON?cvid=6017c5b65c37466bdf5a9007493ea5e8&amp;ei=14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_of_The_Worst_Vintage_Chevrolet_Cars_Ever_Made\"><\/span>13 of The Worst Vintage Chevrolet Cars Ever Made<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-70.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-70.png 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-70-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-70-768x511.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Gestalt Imagery \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/daytona-beach-fl-november-26-2022-2257166153\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to classic cars, not every model becomes a beloved icon. Chevrolet, a powerhouse in the automotive industry, has had its fair share of hits and misses over the decades. While many Chevys have won the hearts of car enthusiasts worldwide, some models missed the mark by a wide margin. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/research\/13-of-the-worst-vintage-chevrolet-cars-ever-made\/ss-BB1nrwF6?cvid=9b1f75dc165c46389b2f3fff88e1a0a3&amp;ei=15\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/research\/13-of-the-worst-vintage-chevrolet-cars-ever-made\/ss-BB1nrwF6?cvid=9b1f75dc165c46389b2f3fff88e1a0a3&amp;ei=15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The automotive landscape has undergone a seismic shift in the past decade with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs). 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