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The Evolution of Electric Vehicles: From Thomas Edison to Modern Innovations

Explore the history of electric vehicles, from the 1830s to present day. Learn about iconic models such as the Nissan Leaf, Chevy Volt, Ford Focus Electric, and more. Discover the benefits of EVs and their increasing availability in select markets.

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The Evolution of Electric Vehicles: From Thomas Edison to Modern Innovations

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  1. Adam Lee October 25, 2012 E2Tech/MC2 Forum on "Electric and Natural Gas Vehicles"

  2. Electric Vehicles since the 1830’s! Thomas Edison and a Detroit Electric Car in 1913

  3. Electric Vehicles since the 1830’s • First developed in Scotland in the 1830’s • By 1900 France and Britain supported widespread development and use • 1897 saw fleet of electric NYC Taxis • By 1912 Henry Ford’s mass production of internal combustion gas engines made more expensive electric versions undesirable

  4. Interest in Viable Electric Vehicles Continued for Decades The 1961 Henney Kilowatt production model based on the Renault Dauphine

  5. Nissan Leaf • The Nissan LEAF is an all-electric hatchback that seats five adults • Can travel about 100 miles on a single charge. • Lithium-ion batteries and electric motor provide speeds to 90 mph • Has no transmission and does not need to shift gears as it accelerates. • Range: 100 miles/charge • Base MSRP: $32,800 as shipped SV: 36,000 7,500 federal tax credit • Base incentive amount: $2500.Plus: $417, plus "$417 for each kilowatt hour of capacity in excess of 5 kilowatt hours, ... not to exceed $5000": $5000. Total: $7500. • Availability: Now in select markets

  6. Chevy Volt • The Chevy Volt is a plug-in hybrid. • Five-door, four-seat hatchback operates as an electric car for its first 35 or so miles after a full charge and then uses gas to extend its range. • When battery is depleted, a 1.4-liter engine kicks in to power a generator that sustains the battery charge enough to give the car another 260 mile range. • Range: 35 miles plus gas • Base MSRP: $41,000 • Availability: Now in select markets

  7. Ford Focus Electric • The EV is targeted to have a range of 100 miles between charges, • Utilizes a 23 kWh battery pack. • The powertrain, including the motor and gearbox, are packaged under the hood where you would expect to see a gasoline engine. • Ford’s strategy is to make an electric car using an already successful platform reducing costs and providing potential for higher volumes in more markets. • Range: 100 milesBase MSRP: TBDAvailability: In select markets

  8. Coda Electric Sedan • Coda Automotive’s electric sedan is based on an existing gas-powered four-door car built in Harbin, China. • Re-engineered with a 34 kWh lithium ion battery. • Coda’s active thermal management means cooler batteries in the summer and warmer ones in the winter. • Coda’s 6.6 kW charger is faster than other chargers—meaning one hour of charging will provide close to 20 miles of driving. • It’s the only electric sedan with a trunk, versus a hatchback layout. • Range: 120 miles/chargeBase MSRP: $44,800Availability: California only

  9. Mitsubishi i • The MiEV i uses a 16 kilowatt-hour lithium ion battery pack—less than half the size of the Coda and one-third smaller than the LEAF. • Its 47-kilowatt motor provides 63 horsepower for a max speed of about 80 mph. • Range: 75-85 miles • Base MSRP: TBD • Availability: Late 2011; rollout starts in Calif., Ore., Wash. and Hawaii, followed by northeastern U.S., with national availability by the end of 2012.

  10. Smart Electric Drive • Two-seat Smart ED, a 30 kW electric motor powers the rear wheels. • Recharge time from 30 to 80 percent capacity in 3.5 hours. • The electric Smart is distributed to all markets where Smart sells cars. • Range: 70 - 80 miles • Base MSRP: Only as $599 per month lease • Availability: Now in select markets

  11. Think City • Specifically targeted for urban drivers. • Think City is a small two-seater, making parking in tight spots in crowded cities much easier. • The car’s plastic-panel body is scratch- and ding-resistant. • Great visibility is provided by a large glass rear door. • Maximum speed of 65 miles per hour. • Range: 80 miles • Base MSRP: $34,000 • Availability: Mid-2011; sold only in California, New York City, Washington, DC and Indianapolis.

  12. Toyota Prius Plug-In • Our numbers 2012 through September 863 vehicles • Hybrid sales: Prius family total: 206, 23 per month. • Plug-in sales 17 over 7 months; July 5 August 5 September 2 • YTD for the Region: (New England) 397 Plug-ins • Total Prius including Plug-Ins: 7,856

  13. Tesla

  14. Tesla 40 kWh 60 kWh 85 kWh 85 kWh performance

  15. Lee Prius Plug-In TV Ad

  16. Adam Lee October 25, 2012 E2Tech/MC2 Forum on "Electric and Natural Gas Vehicles"

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