Michigan antitrust lawsuit says oil companies hobbled EVs and renewables
Summary
Michigan AG Dana Nessel filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against major oil companies and the API, alleging a cartel-like conspiracy to delay the transition to renewable energy and electric vehicles by suppressing competition. The suit claims coordination to hinder clean-energy technologies to maintain fossil-fuel dominance, and discusses potential challenges in proving a conspiracy in court. The case sits amid broader climate-liability litigation and legislative efforts to shield fossil fuels from state lawsuits.