Electric cars have come a long way, but I know that their battery range often leaves much left to be desired. Is there a way to make electric cars better? And how?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Electric cars can be improved in a few crucial ways, but remember: like any other form of technology, EVs will change and adapt to the societies that they’re used in. But for now, EVs could weigh less, for one thing.
heavier than their ICE counterparts, making their low center of gravity a dangerous combination for other drivers in the event of a collision. EVs can easily injure the occupants of traditional vehicles because of their dense weight.
Another way, as you mentioned, is to improve the battery range of our EVs, which is something that’s rapidly occurring.
, are pushing the limits of modern battery ranges. This ties into the next aspect—EV batteries aren’t as efficient as they could be. Using materials like silicon to enhance the energy density of lithium batteries could cut down on our lithium use and help us get the most out of our EV’s battery life.
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