It's all utter insanity, you are completely correct. People aren't buying all that many electric cars because they're more expensive. China sees a big chance to take over the market and they will with the cheap raw materials. The pipeline destruction seems most likely Russian, but maybe China because they are benefiting the most...
What a shame to see VW shutting down so many plants. It's hard to compete when the government doesn't help you but rather throws obstacles in your way...