"The Natural Philosopher" wrote in message
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On Wed, 30 Nov 2005 01:20:10 +0000 (GMT), Dave Plowman (News) through a
haze of senile flatulence wrote:

In article ews.net,
Doctor Drivel wrote:

Don't underestimate electric vehicles. Batteries have come a long way,
and the laest technology has no relatio to the outdated lead/acid
battery in your car.

Ever wondered why even the most expensive cars still use lead acid?

Because its cheap and good enough.
To staert the engine.

Richard thinks the battery propels the car. He does.

Ever wondered why the most exoensive cars are still made of steel, when a
real performance car is made of alumnium, titanium, and carbon fibre,.

Yup. Yuu guessed it BECAUSE ITS CHEAP, AND GOOD ENOUGH.

Steel is not good enough. It is heavy. When energy becomes more expensive
steel will be dropped.