Most EV s have LFP batteries, no cobalt.
LFP batteries now support fast charging rates of 250 miles in 10 minutes.

Li extraction technology are increasing recovery of Li time 10x, recent Li discovery in the U.S. offers a 50 year supply of Li. Same discovery is happening in EU.
Early manufacturing of Li Sulfur 3D graphene results are very positive. 2X the the energy density, 60% of the price…
In short, the article needs to consider technology trends.
Sodium batteries are in production for low cost EVs.