Electric vehicles (EVs) are nothing new. In the early 1900s electric-, steam-, and gasoline-powered vehicles were available, and EV technology was more than just a niche. Although gasoline-powered engines won that round, battery technology has returned and it's here to stay. Many cities throughout the world have announced future bans on the use of vehicles powered by fossil fuels, and many countries have announced intentions to ban the sale of such vehicles, so alternative powertrains will dominate the auto industry. It's just a matter of time.
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