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No Such Thing As A Fish

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The Invention of the Steering Wheel and Early Electric Car Batteries

This chapter explores the invention of the steering wheel and the early use of batteries in electric cars. It delves into why Americans initially stuck with the tiller and discusses the challenges faced by electric cars with acid batteries that needed frequent replacement and recharging. The concept of battery swapping, akin to changing horses, is also examined.

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