Yes, cars are definitely going to get more "electrified" in the future, but we need to keep in mind that the electricity to charge the batteries has to come from somewhere, and in this country, for the foreseeable future, that means coal. So, while I applaud the develpment of technologies like plug-in hybrids , that could reduce our dependence on oil that comes from countries that support terrorism (especially if the engine could run on E85), but those who think these sorts of vehicles are better for the environment are kidding themselves. But, as one of the few (or maybe not so few) who believe anthropogenic global warming is more of a politically-fueled phenomenon than a bonafide threat, I hope these sorts of alternatives will find their way into the mainstream in the coming years. But I think I will stick with my petrol-burning, belt-chewing 968.
