These batteries store as much energy as a single gallon of gasoline, which weighs only about five or six pounds. In addition, an electric vehicle gets only about 100 miles to a charge and can take hours to fully recharge . There are developments in electric cars that might eliminate some of the disadvantages. One example was seen in the Newton's Apple segment. This style of car is fueled by electrical metal strips laid within the roadbed.
Electrical energy is provided from a central source through the metal strip.
These electric cars do not require a battery source, only an electric motor . The electric-vehicle industry continues to grow. By the year 2000, any manufacturer who wants to sell gas-powered cars in the state of California must also have electric cars available. Our dependence on the internal combustion engine is costing us in many ways, including monetarily and environmentally. Electric vehicles can bring us cleaner air and greater energy independence.