Lighter, more powerful batteries are the focus but tech like ultracapacitors has a part to play too
Funding boost gives potential for 8000 public devices in operation next year
Industry giants agree six-year strategic partnership with aim of transforming vehicle ownership experience
A furious debate rages between critics like Elon Musk and believers like Hyundai's fuel cell research boss
Electricity demand peaked in the UK in 2005 - it's been falling ever since but EVs will consume a lot
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly viable each year - wind looks particularly promising
While some are worried about peak demand, experts say that "it's certainly manageable"
More chargers are required and coming. Ultra-rapid chargers have the benefit of speed but may stress the grid
Street lamps could be key to expanding on-street charging, catering to those who can't charge at home
Grants for items like wallboxes will go some way to aiding EV adoption but bodies like the SMMT say it's not enough
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