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Electric Vehicle Conspiracy Theories Challenge Transport Decarbonisation

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A Queensland university has led a global study into misinformation about electric vehicles, which it found is fuelled by conspiracy theories and mistrust, even among people who own them.
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As electric vehicles (EVs) gain ground as one of the keys to reducing carbon emissions, a new study reveals a less visible but deeply rooted problem: disinformation. Researchers at the University of Queensland, in collaboration with German institutions, have found that false beliefs about EVs are more common than expected, even among those who already drive one. This phenomenon not only reflects a lack of clear information, but also an environme…

In order to improve the safety of electric cars at the fire level, Renault carried out a demonstration of its new extinguishing system, in partnership with the firefighters. Beyond the demonstration, the image of the batteries in the general public is very bad. Cause: a strong mediation and rumors sometimes far from reality. A full-scale demonstration During the invitation by Renault to the event at the Yvelines Fire and Rescue Department, a pro…

A recent study in Germany, Austria, Australia and the United States has concluded that the rise of conspiracy theories is behind the growing misinformation about the electric car.

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forococheselectricos broke the news in on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
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