Did You Know? Your Simple Guide to the History of Electric Vehicles
New to electric vehicles or just curious? We’ve created a handy timeline for you to test your knowledge of EVs.
Given the increasing discussion around electric vehicles and the advantages for the environment, you may think electric vehicles are new to the automotive market- however, you may be surprised to find out that they are an older concept that you think.
Looking back through history, you’ll find that we have constantly been seeking to find new ways to improve how we get around. As technology and resources available to us improve, we are always looking for a way to improve the performance of everyday items- including cars. It’s the nature of invention, and what allows us to create intelligent and efficient products to improve the convenience of our everyday lives.
When it comes to cars, these are no exception. From the horse and carriage mode of transport to the modern-day SUV, there have been a wealth of improvements and additions throughout history to improve our travels.
It can be useful to know the history behind what is becoming an increasingly popular type of vehicle, so much so that the UK Government plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by the year 2030, in a bid to make driving greener.
Explore our handy timeline for the history of EVs and become an EV expert.