Electric cars could be a game-changer for base metals

Tesla, Chevy, and Nissan, three major car makers, have recently announced plans to start selling long-range affordable electric vehicles (EVs) over the next few years. This could potentially be a game-changer for the global auto market as it could finally push EVs into the mainstream. In this Metals Watch we look at the impact that a higher proportion of EVs in the global auto mix would have on the demand for industrial metals.