Electric car industry hits back at emission report

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Accusation that "electric cars could speed climate change" slammed by industry insiders

The electric car industry has hit back at a new study suggesting "electric cars could speed climate change", arguing that the study understates the environmental benefits associated with electric vehicles...

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