2. General Motors EV1
The General Motors EV1, introduced in 1996, was a pioneering electric vehicle featuring an aerodynamic design and advanced power management systems. Despite its innovative technology, the EV1 faced challenges such as limited driving range and high production costs, leading to its discontinuation in 1999. The program’s abrupt end sparked debates about the viability of electric vehicles and the automotive industry’s commitment to sustainable transportation. (americanhistory.si.edu)