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Feasibility of Plug-in Electric Cars in Today’s Market [Report]
By Mike | December 6, 2007
The PDF version of my report has been posted under Projects.
This report will show that a purely electric automobile can be a competitive product in today’s market. The report will cover the early electric cars through those of today, addressing the strengths of each and identifying the areas of improvement in order for electric cars to become a successful product. Battery technologies, the heart of an electric vehicle, will also be covered. The principle behind an electric vehicle is simple: a battery is connected to a controller, which regulates the amount of electricity sent to a motor. The motor then drives the wheels. Compared to the more complex internal combustion engine, with its precise timings and delicate components, the simplicity of the electric motor also allows it to be much more efficient and therefore more environmentally friendly. Finally, the ability to widely distribute electricity already exists, so new infrastructure does not have to be installed for an electric car to become a viable option.
Read the full report here.
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