After much speculation and hype, the first large scale production all electric vehicle has finally gone on sale to the general public. This vehicle represents a leap in the availability of electric vehicles to the masses. With a starting price of around 25K and a range of up to 100 miles, the Leaf offers affordability and an extended vehicle range. Its lithium ion battery pack allows the vehicle to travel while emitting zero pollution and silent propulsion. But there are inherent drawbacks with these new technologies. While the leaf does not actually pollute, the energy that powers the vehicle can come from coal fired power plants, not exactly environmentally friendly. In addition, there is what has been called range anxiety. This term has been coined to describe the worry that drivers face as their vehicles run low on power and must be charged before they can be driven again.
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