"Electric Dreams Lost: How a 2006 Documentary Predicted the Decline of the Electric Car In 2006, a feature documentary titled 'Who Killed the Electric Car?' shed light on the tumultuous history of electric vehicles in the US. The film, directed by Chris Paine, explored the rise and fall of the General Motors EV1, a pioneering electric car that gained popularity in the 1990s but was ultimately discontinued due to a combination of factors, including lack of government support and resistance from the oil industry. Two decades later, the EV1's story serves as a cautionary tale of the challenges electric cars still face today, from limited charging infrastructure to concerns over battery safety. As the world transitions to a more sustainable transportation future, the lessons learned from the EV1's demise remain eerily relevant."
20 Years Ago, a Feature Documentary Announced the Death of the Electric Car The Hollywood Reporter
