Myth: Electric Cars are the Next Big Thing Presented by: Royle Juusola
Electric Cars Pros Cons Inexpensive Refueling Quiet No emissions at point of use Cons Recharge Rates Battery Life Energy Density Mass Battery Safety Source: Mail Online
Batteries 2009 DOE Energy Storage Report Cost Abuse Tolerance Life Performance
Energy Density Data Source: MacKay, Taco Bell
Questions What are some disadvantages to electric cars? Batteries How does the energy density of a battery compare to hydrocarbon energy sources? Very poorly to say the least
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