Seven Tesla EV chargers at a Littleton, Massachusetts shopping complex were intentionally set ablaze early Monday morning. Firefighters responded to the scene after a neighbor reported the fire and extinguished the blaze after the power was shut off. The Littleton Fire Department chief confirmed the intentional nature of the fire, citing evidence at the scene. A state police investigation is underway, and tips are being solicited via the Arson Watch Reward Program Hotline.
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Norway’s rapid transition to electric vehicles (EVs), with EVs comprising 88.9% of new car sales in 2024, is driven by long-term government policies. These policies include tax incentives favoring EVs and disincentivizing fossil fuel vehicles, resulting in significantly higher prices for petrol and diesel cars. Norway’s extensive public charging infrastructure further supports EV adoption, surpassing even that of larger nations like the UK on a per capita basis. This success positions Norway as a global leader in EV adoption and on the verge of becoming the first country to fully phase out the sale of new fossil fuel cars.
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