EV Sales: 2010-2024

Explore the transformative journey of Electric Vehicles (EVs) from their early innovations in the 19th century to the cutting-edge advancements of the 21st century. This dataset provides insights into the history, types, and technologies behind EVs, tracking their resurgence as a prominent force in the modern automotive industry.

Key Highlights of the Dataset:

• Historical Evolution:

  • Early EV innovations by pioneers like Robert Anderson in the 1830s.
  • Detroit Electric Car Company and the rise of EV popularity in the early 1900s.
  • Decline due to the mass production of affordable gasoline cars.
  • The 1970s oil crisis spurring renewed interest in alternative energy vehicles.
  • Breakthrough models like the GM EV1 and the Sinclair C5 from the 1980s.

• Modern Resurgence:

  • The 21st century marked a dramatic revival for EVs, driven by significant advancements in battery technology, increased environmental awareness, and the efforts of companies like Tesla.
  • Rising adoption of EVs across multiple industries and market segments, supported by enhanced charging infrastructure and government incentives.

Types of Electric Vehicle Powertrains:

• Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs):
  Fully electric vehicles with zero tailpipe emissions, offering ranges from 100 to 400+ miles on a single charge. Examples: Tesla Model 3, Nissan Leaf.

• Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs):
  Powered by hydrogen fuel cells, emitting only water vapor and offering fast refueling and long ranges (300-400+ miles). Challenges include hydrogen infrastructure. Examples: Toyota Mirai, Hyundai Nexo.

• Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs):
  Combining an electric motor with a traditional internal combustion engine, these vehicles offer electric-only modes for short trips and hybrid modes for longer journeys. Examples: Toyota Prius Prime, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.