The future for electric vehicles is dependent on a couple key factors. The limited existing infrastructure for charging stations needs to become more widespread. While there is a long way to go in terms of gaining nationwide acceptance, it is clear that the existing network is one of the more robust alternative fuel infrastructures in the nation. The future of these vehicles is also dependent on technological advances to improve the batteries. To make the switch worth it to consumers, these batteries need to be cheap, lightweight, and capable (in terms of range and power).  The consumer base for electric vehicles (EV) certainly exists today, with over 165,000 units sold of the world’s best selling EV – the Nissan Leaf. A new study concluded that the batteries in these vehicles have been very reliable, with 99.9 percent of them working without fault. Global EV sales have shown a growth at an exponential rate in recent years – and all signs point towards these vehicles having a more commanding role in the vehicle market place in the coming years.