Chapter 17: Are there rare earths in the EV engine?

Renault Zoé
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According to the test made during the filming of the documentary, the electric vehicle engine is made out of a lithium battery and the engine.

In the Renault Zoé engine, there are no rare earths. Source: here.

Information stating the contrary has nevertheless been relayed in the media. An example here on France 5.

The explanation lies in the type of engine and technology used, as explained above. Here are the numbers of sales in France and Europe: source 1 (full article)& 2.