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oslo,

I believe the articles you posted actually confirm the bullish views of many here.

"Nissan recognizes the importance of reducing its need for scarce resources, and this new electric motor is only the first step in the process to limit the use of rare earth elements."
http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/NEWS/2012/_STORY/121120-02-e.html


"To lessen the vulnerability of car manufacturers to shortages and price increases of these minerals, they are often creating rare earth deposits or decreasing the amount of these minerals in their technology. Moreover, in search of a sustainable and long-term solution, companies are investing in developing rare earth free technologies."
http://www.cars21.com/news/view/5059

It all comes back to reliable supply at reasonable prices.