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China's Electric Truck Revolution and Oil Demand Peak

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This episode focus on the rapid adoption of electric heavy trucks in China and its global implications for energy demand. These articles emphasize that a combination of government subsidies, the quick expansion of charging infrastructure, and lower long-term operating costs is accelerating the shift away from diesel vehicles. This surge in electric truck sales, which accounted for approximately a quarter of new truck sales in the first half of 2025, is significantly curtailing diesel consumption and pushing forecasts for China's peak oil demand earlier than previously anticipated. The transition is also negatively impacting the intermediate market for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) trucks, making electric models the preferred alternative due to cost effectiveness. Furthermore, the success of China's electric truck market is positioning its manufacturers to become major exporters of these vehicles to international markets.

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