Nissan Leaf in 2013
>An EV with the range of 100-130km, batteries deterioated quickly and charging was exceptionally slow. Motor capable of 110 Hp. New price of 40k USD
Nissan Leaf in 2026
>An EV with the claimed range of maximum 600km, at worst conditions 330km, batteries actively cooled and likely to last. Motor capable of 215 Hp. Can charge 10-80% in 30 minutes. Rumored price of 40k USD. Has all the smart gadgets built in you could ever want.
Do people not realize how insane this is? And why electric-driven technology is so much more exciting than combustion engines? In a span of just over 10 years, the technology has been completely transformed, going from being glorified electric bikes to complete cars that outmatch comparable ICE cars in numerous key areas.