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Surging Oil Prices Boost Global EV Adoption Potential
3/24/2026
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- Surging oil prices due to the US-Israel war on Iran could boost global EV adoption, according to Wood Mackenzie’s David Brown, who notes a 50% rise this month.
- Brent crude exceeded $100 per barrel.
- U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran over shipping access in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Economists such as Justin Feng from HSBC say oil-price volatility could make EVs more attractive, especially in Asia.
