Author:
Anderson, Curtis D. (Curtis Darrel), 1947-
Edition Statement:2nd ed.
Imprint:Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, c2010.
Descriptionx, 257 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Note:Introduction : The birth of the automobile industry -- The evolution of the electric vehicle -- Politics -- Environment -- Technology -- Marketing -- Conclusion -- Appendix : Hybrids defined.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references and index.
Note:"This illustrated history of electric and hybrid vehicles covers the companies that produced various models; the politics that have surrounded them; the environmental aspects of electric and hybrid vehicles versus internal combustion engines; efforts to overcome technological challenges associated with electric vehicles; marketing strategies through the decades; and public attitudes towards these vehicles throughout their existence"--Provided by publisher.
