A heat wave centeredacross the Southwest is set to expand in area and slide eastward, affecting the Plains, Midwest, Ohio Valley, and eventually the big cities of the East Coast late this week through next week, and possibly longer.
Why it matters: In a typical year, extreme heat is the top weather-related killer in the U.S. The first heat wave of the season carries heightened health risks, since people are not yet accustomed to the high temperatures.
The long-term outlook for EVs "remains bright," according to a new report, but a much-discussed sales slowdown is indeed a real thing in some markets.
Why it matters: Slowing demand growth, despite policy support, brings questions about how much automakers should boost production of climate-friendly cars.
