I like EVs and they have their place. I drive a diesel truck, by need. I just can't stand environmentalists acting like EVs are GREEN, which is far from the case. The mining is extreme for the environment and people. I also can't stand the Govement making mandates, while flying private planes and drive SUVs.

https://earth.org/cobalt-mining-in-congo/#:~:text=High%20concentrations%20of%20cobalt%20have,of%20his%20childhood%20fishing%20hole.

https://www.greencars.com/greencars-101/environmental-impact-of-ev-batteries#:~:text=Lithium%20extraction%20can%20take%2018,table%20and%20cause%20soil%20contamination.

https://bowseat.org/news/the-complex-truth-about-electric-vehicles-are-they-truly-eco-friendly-and-guilt-free/

Not to mention the enviromental impact when toxic EV batteries are sent to the dumps.