But with today's lithium-ion batteries and soon ultracapacitor batteries, battery packs can be VASTLY smaller (e.g., less interference with interior space of the car) without sacrificing range. The use of Li-On battery packs is what makes the Nissan Leaf possible. And the EPA has worked out methods to recycle these new battery types safely, too.
“without sacrificing range”
Range? What is this range of which you speak? They have no range to begin with
I thought those batteries didn’t need recycling, they ignited and cremated themselves on their own.
And a lot more expensive, and don't like to be discharged, ...