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Electric MINI Countryman Gets Range Boost To 311 Miles

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The 2026 MINI Countryman E range has been boosted from about 286 miles per charge to 311, on the WLTP cycle. This should be plenty of range for many drivers, and is generally sufficient for a small SUV that frequently is driven on work commutes and around town, urban areas, … [continued]

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Could Trade Routes That Once Oppressed Now Liberate The Atlantic From Fossil Fuels? (Skipping the US?)

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So far this month, we have seen global trade start to realign on multiple fronts. Past relationships are failing. New alliances are forming. Canada created an opening for Chinese EVs. The UK is headed to China to repair the relationship between the two countries. Finland is also looking for a … [continued]

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How the West Lost the Automotive Industry

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By David Waterworth and Paul Wildman Yes, past tense. The West has already lost the dominance of the global auto industry. Why? And will the USA become the new Cuba Recently, my writing colleague, Dr Paul Wildman, contacted me and suggested we explore these topics. What is the West’s capability … [continued]

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