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Why Electric Cars Will Take Over Sooner Than You Think

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By Justin Rowlatt, Chief Environment Correspondent Electric car sales are on the rise, and we’re in the midst of a motoring revolution comparable to Henry Ford’s assembly line in 1913. But this time, it’s the electric vehicle (EV) that’s driving change. Buckle up—I’ll explain why the transition to EVs is happening faster than you might imagine. The Tipping Point Many industry experts believe we’ve already crossed the tipping point where EV sales will soon surpass those of traditional petrol and diesel cars. Major automakers are fully onboard: Jaguar: Plans to sell only electric cars from 2025. Volvo: Commits to going all-electric by 2030. Lotus: Will sell only electric models from 2028. General Motors: Aims for an all-EV lineup by 2035. Ford: Declares that all European sales will be electric by 2030. Volkswagen: Targets 70% electric sales by 2030. This isn’t just greenwashing; it’s a technological revolution driven by advancements in EV technology. The Explosive Growth Curve Think of the EV market as the internet was in the late 1990s. Back then, the internet was a buzzword—computers talking to each other—but many dismissed it as irrelevant. Sound familiar? Yet, the internet didn’t evolve gradually; it exploded disruptively, reshaping our lives. The EV market follows a similar pattern—the elongated S-curve. At the shallow end, EVs are intriguing but not mainstream. But just as the internet took off explosively, EV adoption will accelerate: Early Adopters: Nerdy enthusiasts embrace EVs. Mass Market: EVs become practical and accessible. Dominance: EVs redefine transportation. So, why the rush? It’s not just government policies; it’s the relentless march of technology. Buckle up, because the EV revolution is already in high gear

By Justin Rowlatt, Chief Environment Correspondent Electric car sales are on the rise, and we’re in the midst of a motoring revolution comparable to Henry Ford’s assembly line in 1913. But this time, it’s the electric vehicle (EV) that’s driving change. Buckle up—I’ll explain why the transition to EVs is happening faster than you might … Read more