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WHAT'S NEXT?: Automated vehicles could lead to a significant increase in vehicle-sharing and a significant reduction in the size of the global vehicle fleet, emissions, travel time, associated infrastructure and costs. By 2030, electric vehicles could represent about 30 percent of all new cars sold globally. Future connected car applications will drive a 150% increase in demand for contextual information between now and 2020.

• [New] Every electric vehicle, every hydrogen fuel cell, every advanced medical device depends on elements so rare that their entire global annual production could fit in a modest warehouse. Brian D. Colwell
• [New] With the number of electric vehicles on the road around the world expected to increase from eight million in 2020 to 116 million by 2030, access to raw materials will become a strategic challenge. Veolia
• [New] Autonomous vehicles and robots will revolutionize transportation and improve quality of life, contributing billions to Tesla's future value. Investing Snacks
• [New] The automotive industry worldwide is expected to expand in the next few years due to the rising adoption and production of vehicles. Precedence Research
• [New] UK battery electric vehicle (EV) production is set to far outpace that of many markets in Europe and around the world over the coming years, with almost all new cars manufactured domestically expected to be electric. no2nuclearpower
• [New] For residents of Sharjah, the rail project will eventually provide faster and more eco-friendly transportation options, improving commute times between emirates and reducing reliance on personal vehicles. UPPERNEWS: UAE news, Dubai news, technology news
• [New] The US transportation department regulates vehicle design and will play a key role in deciding if Tesla can mass-produce robotaxis without pedals and steering wheels, while Musk's rocket firm SpaceX has about $22bn (R387bn) in federal contracts. TimesLIVE
• [New] Electrification Dominance: By 2035, electric vehicles are expected to account for over 80% of new car sales globally. NextSprints
• [New] Asia is likely to increase copper demand, with electric vehicles in China using twice as much copper as expected given their increasing size, analysts write. Morningstar, Inc.
• [New] As the first wave of electric vehicle (EV) batteries approaches end-of-life, China is projected to generate over 2.5 million tons of retired lithium-ion batteries by 2030. Polyestertime
• [New] New jobs will emerge but there will always be jobs for drivers in the transport sector, even as Singapore is set to introduce autonomous vehicles. AsiaOne
• [New] As Tesla expands its initiatives across various sectors, including autonomous vehicles and energy products, tracking delivery data helps stakeholders predict the likelihood of Tesla achieving its ambitious growth targets and long-term business prospects. OpenTools
• [New] The automotive industry in China will still maintain a stable and positive development trend in 2025 with sales of domestic automobiles expected to be approximately 32.9 million vehicles (including exports). ETAuto
• [New] For many Tesla drivers, the decision to purchase an electric vehicle may partly stem from a desire to project an image of environmental responsibility. OpenTools
• [New] In order to have better efficiency in electric vehicles, Europe is expected to play a significant role in the coming years. Precedence Research
• [New] New-vehicle total sales for the first half of 2025 are projected to reach 7,766,800 units, an increase of 0.4% from a year ago. CBT News
• [New] The self-driving Tesla Model Y vehicles will only operate in limited areas, avoid challenging intersections, and have teleoperators who can intervene if problems arise. The Overspill: when there's more that I want to say
• In the United States, fossil fuel tax revenue is projected to increase by USD 0.1 billion due to slow electrification and growth in the overall vehicle fleet. IEA
• Spruds added, The acquisition of additional infantry fighting vehicles will not only help us achieve the goals set by NATO, but will also significantly increase the ability of the mechanized infantry brigade to implement national defence tasks. IRIA News
• From 2027, the new British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme will reduce electricity costs by up to £40 per megawatt hour for over 7,000 electricity-intensive businesses in manufacturing sectors like automotive, aerospace and chemicals. FE News
• The newly announced British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme will alleviate financial pressures for eligible energy-intensive businesses such as automotive, aerospace and chemicals by reducing per megawatt hour costs by up to £40. Power Technology
• One of the most significant reforms is the introduction of the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme, which will reduce electricity costs by up to 25% for over 7,000 electricity-intensive businesses in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and chemicals starting from 2027. Evening Star

Last updated: 05 July 2025