Record heatwaves and wildfires are impacting infrastructure in Europe, while the Strait of Hormuz conflict affects oil prices and Italy leads in Chinese EV purchases.
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Updated Aug 14
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Record heatwaves and wildfires are impacting infrastructure in Europe, while the Strait of Hormuz conflict affects oil prices and Italy leads in Chinese EV purchases.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- High fuel prices and Strait of Hormuz disruptions are driving accelerated EV market growth in Europe, led by Germany and France.Sub-event
Italy's market trends and European climate crises run parallel to Strait of Hormuz oil price volatility.1 source
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