Mygreenwheels

For ages I’ve been trying to find a simple introduction to batteries for EVs. Perhaps there is one out there, but I haven’t come across it. I don’t want something so technical that I can build my own car battery in my garage. What I do want is something which explains to me in fairly simple terms how batteries work and, more importantly, what the shortcomings are that prevent all modern cars from being electric. So, what I’ve decided to do is post something and ask for contributions. If I’m wrong let me know. If I’ve over-simplified to the point of inaccuracy post an addition. Maybe at the end of it I’ll then be able to explain what the situation really is when people say to me: “Electric cars? Nice idea, but the battery technology isn’t going to be available for years.” They don’t really know, but neither do I.