Mining projects are being delayed after a plunge in prices for metals used in batteries. : https://www.wsj.com/finance/commodities-futures/bidens-electric-vehicle-push-hits-a-speed-bump-1f3bc431 A surprising crash in prices for lithium, cobalt and other metals used in EV batteries is hitting mining companies, which are suspending or delaying new projects and expansions. The disruptions are threatening to deepen shortages of those materials in coming years and hit the brakes on the Biden administration’s timeline for weaning the country off gas-powered cars.