Accelerate Quote by Charles Platt

“Automakers have been unable to build a viable electric car, mainly because batteries don't allow enough range, are too costly, and take too long to recharge. Even electric utility companies - supercharged by deregulated markets, distributed power generation, and accelerating demand - have no easy…” quote by Charles Platt — Download Open image

“Automakers have been unable to build a viable electric car, mainly because batteries don't allow enough range, are too costly, and take too long to recharge. Even electric utility companies - supercharged by deregulated markets, distributed power generation, and accelerating demand - have no easy way to store electricity to meet peak requirements.”

Charles Platt

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