1) What could your country do to increase the scale of EV sales? 2) Should governments subsidise research and development for battery and battery-disposal technology? Or what should they invest in for a more sustainable future? 3) Tesla is an example of a behemoth in the EV industry. What are the pros and cons of such large companies for the market? 4) Think about one product in your life (e.g. your phone). How could its durability be improved? 5) Do you think EVs are a viable option to tackle the climate crisis or do you think other solutions are needed too? 6) Large companies such as Tesla and BYD currently dominate the EV market. Do you think governments should help their smaller counterparts to break into the market? Why (not)? 7) In 2008 there was a strong downturn in economic activity. What would the effects of a similar downturn be on the EV industry and what solutions can you think of to resolve that? 8) Do you think EV sales will ever exceed petrol/gas car sales in your country? Why (not)? 9) Are there any operational EV companies/factories making EVs or EV parts in your country? 10) What is the importance of regulations in the EV industry? What regulations do you think are vital? 11) How did the recent COVID-19 pandemic affect supply chains in different industries? 12) What is a product that has experienced a surge of sales/popularity in your country recently? 13) The article talks about the difficulty of separating foam and glue in lithium-ion batteries and that water-based glues (binders) are a solution. What is another issue with EVs and what is a possible solution?

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