When Germany Votes, It Will Be About the Economy
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When Germany Votes, It Will Be About the Economy

The country’s competitiveness has stagnated and its once-powerful industries are suffering. Just ask these executives.
California’s Push for Electric Trucks Sputters Under Trump
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California’s Push for Electric Trucks Sputters Under Trump

The state will no longer require some truckers to shift away from diesel semis but hopes that subsidies can keep dreams of pollution-free big rigs alive.
U.K. Government Backs Heathrow Expansion in Push for Faster Growth
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U.K. Government Backs Heathrow Expansion in Push for Faster Growth

The country’s top finance official supported adding a third runway to the London hub, a decision that has been held up for decades, and other measures intended to strengthen economic growth.
E.V. Owners Don’t Pay Gas Taxes. So, Many States Are Charging Them Fees.
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E.V. Owners Don’t Pay Gas Taxes. So, Many States Are Charging Them Fees.

States are using higher registration fees for electric cars to make up for declining fuel taxes, but some are punitive, environmentalists say. A federal tax could be coming.