New Car Technologies (That Aren't New at All)

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What's Old Is New Again


In order to stay competitive, auto companies constantly have to launch new features to move their latest models. But in many cases, we're experiencing a Groundhog Day-like scenario whereby some of these new fads are not really new. Even though auto marketers want you to think the following technologies are new and innovative, check out where they came from.

The Electric Engine
Then: Putting an electric motor into a car as a method of propulsion is not new. In fact, electric cars have been around since 1897, though some credit Robert Anderson for their creation in 1839. The problem ... Back to article

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on 02/21/11
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