G.M.’s Sales Jumped 19% in the Second Quarter
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G.M.’s Sales Jumped 19% in the Second Quarter

The biggest U.S. automaker sold more trucks and sport-utility vehicles as supply chain problems eased and demand remained strong.
Lithium Scarcity Pushes Carmakers Into the Mining Business
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Lithium Scarcity Pushes Carmakers Into the Mining Business

Ford, General Motors and others are striking deals with mining companies to avoid raw material shortages that could thwart their electric vehicle ambitions.