The world’s first electric car, the 1909 Baker Electric Coupe, still runs despite being forced off the road by an “oil law” a century ago. The vehicle, now owned by Jay Leno, has survived thanks to preservation and is a rare example of an early electric car that was once common in cities like New York. Once nearly a third of New York’s taxis were electric, but government policy and the growing oil industry pushed them out of the market. Electric cars have seen a resurgence in recent years, with many countries investing heavily in charging infrastructure, but US growth has slowed due to policy uncertainty. Despite this, enthusiasts believe EVs will eventually win, citing improvements in charging times and range.
Source: https://www.the-sun.com/motors/14325530/world-first-electric-car-hundred-years-old-still-runs