During 2011, the average household had more than three vehicles, not many if at all had a hybrid or EV car. This was in large part due to the fact that EV technology was so new / expensive and un-proven. Furthermore manufactures needed to develop the battery technology; this was by far the most expensive part of the EV. The Li-Ion battery was introduced in the 90’s and has been the adopted platform for all EV manufacturers; there have been talks of replacement technology. However to date the Li-Ion battery is still the standard choice with new variations and enhancements being released over time. Car manufacturers that entered into the alternate car power industry used their existing facilities and employees to manufacturer the new
During 2011, the average household had more than three vehicles, not many if at all had a hybrid or EV car. This was in large part due to the fact that EV technology was so new / expensive and un-proven. Furthermore manufactures needed to develop the battery technology; this was by far the most expensive part of the EV. The Li-Ion battery was introduced in the 90’s and has been the adopted platform for all EV manufacturers; there have been talks of replacement technology. However to date the Li-Ion battery is still the standard choice with new variations and enhancements being released over time. Car manufacturers that entered into the alternate car power industry used their existing facilities and employees to manufacturer the new