Ecological Models
Green - ecologically-clean and emission free – electric cars were developed at end of the 19th century. However, they were manufactured and used only till the World War I got over.
The reason for appearance of so-called green cars in the US these days are, first of all, related to ecological problems. However, when this factor is examined deeper, it becomes obvious that the greatest effect have economical factors.
The First Green Cars of the US
The first green cars (electrical) appeared in the United States at the end of the 19th, beginning of 20th century. Interesting is the fact that in 1910s there were around 70,000 electric cars working as taxis in New York only. Also, widely used were electric trucks and buses.