{"id":12508,"date":"2024-07-06T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-07T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=12508"},"modified":"2024-07-04T08:47:39","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T15:47:39","slug":"key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Historic Breakthroughs in Electric Vehicle Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>From the inception of rudimentary designs to today&#8217;s high-speed models that challenge even the mightiest supercars, this article charts the significant breakthroughs that have charged the industry forward. Get ready to plug into the pivotal moments that have powered the silent revolution of the EV, paving the way to a cleaner, more sustainable mode of transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#1870_The_First_Practical_Electric_Car\" title=\"1870: The First Practical Electric Car\">1870: The First Practical Electric Car<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#1899_Breaking_the_100_kmh_Speed_Barrier\" title=\"1899: Breaking the 100 km\/h Speed Barrier\">1899: Breaking the 100 km\/h Speed Barrier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#1908_Mass_Production_of_Gasoline_Cars\" title=\"1908: Mass Production of Gasoline Cars\">1908: Mass Production of Gasoline Cars<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#1971_Lunar_Roving_Vehicle\" title=\"1971: Lunar Roving Vehicle\">1971: Lunar Roving Vehicle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#1996_GM_EV1_%E2%80%93_The_First_Mass-Produced_Modern_EV\" title=\"1996: GM EV1 &#8211; The First Mass-Produced Modern EV\">1996: GM EV1 &#8211; The First Mass-Produced Modern EV<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#2006_Tesla_Roadster_Announcement\" title=\"2006: Tesla Roadster Announcement\">2006: Tesla Roadster Announcement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#2010_Mass-Market_Adoption_Begins\" title=\"2010: Mass-Market Adoption Begins\">2010: Mass-Market Adoption Begins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#2013_Supercharger_Network_Expansion\" title=\"2013: Supercharger Network Expansion\">2013: Supercharger Network Expansion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#2017_Chevrolet_Bolt_Release\" title=\"2017: Chevrolet Bolt Release\">2017: Chevrolet Bolt Release<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#2019_Porsche_Taycans_Debut\" title=\"2019: Porsche Taycan&#8217;s Debut\">2019: Porsche Taycan&#8217;s Debut<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#25_Overlooked_Vintage_Cars_That_Deserve_a_Second_Chance\" title=\"25 Overlooked Vintage Cars That Deserve a Second Chance\">25 Overlooked Vintage Cars That Deserve a Second Chance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\/#15_Vintage_Mustangs_No_Collector_Wants\" title=\"15 Vintage Mustangs No Collector Wants\">15 Vintage Mustangs No Collector Wants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1870_The_First_Practical_Electric_Car\"><\/span>1870: The First Practical Electric Car<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"688\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1870-The-First-Practical-Electric-Car.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1870-The-First-Practical-Electric-Car.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1870-The-First-Practical-Electric-Car-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1870-The-First-Practical-Electric-Car-768x528.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Morphart Creation \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-illustration\/small-car-vintage-engraved-illustration-industrial-401739838\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sir David Salomons developed a car that featured better battery technologies and showcased the potential of electric propulsion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: Salomons\u2019 EV laid the groundwork for later innovations, although it still wasn&#8217;t suitable for widespread use due to limited battery life and power.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1899_Breaking_the_100_kmh_Speed_Barrier\"><\/span><strong>1899: Breaking the 100 km\/h Speed Barrier<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/899-Breaking-the-100-kmh-Speed-Barrier.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/899-Breaking-the-100-kmh-Speed-Barrier.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/899-Breaking-the-100-kmh-Speed-Barrier-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/899-Breaking-the-100-kmh-Speed-Barrier-768x372.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: FlyingDoctor \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-illustration\/0105-munich-germany-illustration-isolated-jamais-2161659915\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Camille Jenatzy&#8217;s &#8220;La Jamais Contente&#8221; was the first car to break the 100 km\/h speed barrier, highlighting electric vehicles&#8217; potential for high performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: &#8220;La Jamais Contente&#8221; means &#8220;The Never Satisfied&#8221; in French, reflecting the ambition behind its creation.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1908_Mass_Production_of_Gasoline_Cars\"><\/span>1908: Mass Production of Gasoline Cars<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1908-Mass-Production-of-Gasoline-Cars.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1908-Mass-Production-of-Gasoline-Cars.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1908-Mass-Production-of-Gasoline-Cars-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1908-Mass-Production-of-Gasoline-Cars-768x614.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: FlyingDoctor \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-illustration\/2001-munich-germany-illustration-ford-t-2119665887\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Model T by Ford Motor Company brought gasoline cars to the masses, overshadowing electric vehicles for decades due to affordability and longer range. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: Despite its impact, the Model T ironically initiated the decline of early electric vehicles.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1971_Lunar_Roving_Vehicle\"><\/span>1971: Lunar Roving Vehicle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1971-Lunar-Roving-Vehicle.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1971-Lunar-Roving-Vehicle.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1971-Lunar-Roving-Vehicle-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1971-Lunar-Roving-Vehicle-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1971-Lunar-Roving-Vehicle-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1971-Lunar-Roving-Vehicle-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Castleski \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/astronaut-on-lunar-moon-landing-mission-307849040\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Lunar Rover used by Apollo 15 astronauts on the Moon was an electric vehicle, showcasing the versatility and reliability of EVs in even the harshest conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: This was the first and only EV used on another celestial body.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1996_GM_EV1_%E2%80%93_The_First_Mass-Produced_Modern_EV\"><\/span>1996: GM EV1 &#8211; The First Mass-Produced Modern EV<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1996-GM-EV1-The-First-Mass-Produced-Modern-EV.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1996-GM-EV1-The-First-Mass-Produced-Modern-EV.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1996-GM-EV1-The-First-Mass-Produced-Modern-EV-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1996-GM-EV1-The-First-Mass-Produced-Modern-EV-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: adolf martinez soler\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/los-angeles-united-states-october-10-2237816491\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The GM EV1 was the first purpose-designed electric vehicle produced by a major automaker in the modern era, signaling a renewed interest in EV technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: Despite its initial popularity, GM recalled and destroyed most EV1s, a controversial decision documented in the film &#8220;Who Killed the Electric Car?&#8221;.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2006_Tesla_Roadster_Announcement\"><\/span>2006: Tesla Roadster Announcement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"623\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2006-Tesla-Roadster-Announcement-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2006-Tesla-Roadster-Announcement-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2006-Tesla-Roadster-Announcement-1-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2006-Tesla-Roadster-Announcement-1-768x478.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Olga Besnard \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/paris-october-14-tesla-roadster-electric-63045619\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tesla Motors unveiled the Tesla Roadster, promising sports car performance with zero emissions, and thus began the rise of the high-performance electric vehicle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: The Roadster could travel more than 200 miles on a single charge, a groundbreaking feat at the time.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2010_Mass-Market_Adoption_Begins\"><\/span>2010: Mass-Market Adoption Begins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2010-Mass-Market-Adoption-Begins.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2010-Mass-Market-Adoption-Begins.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2010-Mass-Market-Adoption-Begins-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2010-Mass-Market-Adoption-Begins-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Thampapon \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/paris-october-14-tesla-roadster-electric-63045619\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Nissan Leaf, introduced globally, became the world&#8217;s best-selling, highway-capable electric car, marking the beginning of EVs&#8217; mass-market adoption. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: &#8216;LEAF&#8217; is a backronym for &#8216;Leading, Environmentally friendly, Affordable, Family car&#8217;.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2013_Supercharger_Network_Expansion\"><\/span>2013: Supercharger Network Expansion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2013-Supercharger-Network-Expansion.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2013-Supercharger-Network-Expansion.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2013-Supercharger-Network-Expansion-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2013-Supercharger-Network-Expansion-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Sheila Fitzgerald \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kettleman-city-ca-jan-29-2022-2115627356\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tesla began the expansion of its Supercharger network, enabling long-distance travel and addressing the issue of EV charging times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: The Supercharger Network allowed Tesla owners to charge their vehicles up to 80% in around 30 minutes.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2017_Chevrolet_Bolt_Release\"><\/span>2017: Chevrolet Bolt Release<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2017-Chevrolet-Bolt-Release.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12521\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992503748125936;width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2017-Chevrolet-Bolt-Release.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2017-Chevrolet-Bolt-Release-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2017-Chevrolet-Bolt-Release-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Darren Brode \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/detroit-january-13-2017-bolt-ev-363182648\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Chevrolet Bolt became the first affordable electric vehicle with a range exceeding 200 miles, making it accessible to a broader audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: The Bolt EV was named Motor Trend&#8217;s 2017 Car of the Year.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2019_Porsche_Taycans_Debut\"><\/span>2019: Porsche Taycan&#8217;s Debut<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2019-Porsche-Taycan.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2019-Porsche-Taycan.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2019-Porsche-Taycan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2019-Porsche-Taycan-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: VanderWolf Images \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/frankfurt-germany-sep-11-2019-new-1502524514\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The introduction of the Porsche Taycan signified the luxury and performance car segments&#8217; acceptance of electric vehicles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trivia: The Taycan was the first production vehicle with a system voltage of 800 volts instead of the usual 400 volts for electric cars.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared on <a href=\"http:\/\/10-key-milestones-in-the-evolution-of-the-electric-car\" target=\"_blank\">MyCarMakesNoise<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>14 Timeless Convertibles That Redefined Cool<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-118.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-118.png 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-118-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-118-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Dmitry Eagle Orlov \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/baden-germany-july-2022-red-1961-2223121109\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Driving is not just a means to get from one place to another; for many, it\u2019s an expression of freedom, a journey where the destination is secondary to the thrill of the ride. This sensation is elevated to its purest form in a convertible, where the roof peels back to reveal not just the sky but a whole new layer of driving enjoyment. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/14-timeless-convertibles-that-redefined-cool\/ss-BB1ltWZX?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=721ec065b67b4ca8d3245d08015b6a7e&amp;ei=9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/14-timeless-convertibles-that-redefined-cool\/ss-BB1ltWZX?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=721ec065b67b4ca8d3245d08015b6a7e&amp;ei=9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_Overlooked_Vintage_Cars_That_Deserve_a_Second_Chance\"><\/span>25 Overlooked Vintage Cars That Deserve a Second Chance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-120.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-120.png 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-120-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-120-768x473.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Sicnag \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=AMC%20Javelin%20(1968-1974)%C2%A0&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:1968_AMC_Javelin_Hardtop.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In the world of classic automobiles, some vintage cars get all the attention while others remain largely overlooked. This list highlights 25 vintage cars that deserve a second look.&nbsp; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/25-overlooked-vintage-cars-that-deserve-a-second-chance\/ss-BB1o22g8?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=721ec065b67b4ca8d3245d08015b6a7e&amp;ei=12\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/25-overlooked-vintage-cars-that-deserve-a-second-chance\/ss-BB1o22g8?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=721ec065b67b4ca8d3245d08015b6a7e&amp;ei=12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Vintage_Mustangs_No_Collector_Wants\"><\/span>15 Vintage Mustangs No Collector Wants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-121.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-121.png 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-121-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-121-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Kieran White \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=1974%20Mustang%20II%C2%A0&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:1974_Ford_Mustang_II_2.8_V6_(18925689302).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to classic cars, the Ford Mustang often stands out as an icon of American automotive history. 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