This sounds similar to some MIT research on “solid state” batteries. With electric vehicles in the 35 (Volt) to around 250 (Tesla) range at present, I hope we see a tripling. Not a greenie, but I do not believe West Texas Intermediate will be around $50 per barrel for more than a few years. And I like to drive.
We need to change the name from “ping” to “ZAP” list.
It is my strong opinion that Texas Intermediate Crude will go higher than $80/bbl (inflation adjusted) for NO LONGER than 4 months ever again in the next 100 years. The amount of shale gas&oil available in the USA will place severe limits on what the market will bear. The average monthly price will be at or under $65/bbl. Many economic and technological factors will contribute to this. OPEC is now dead as a long-term economic force though of course they can cause short term (major) pain and dislocations any time they wish.