The Rise and Fall of Early Transportation Innovations

This chapter examines the prevalence of horses in urban centers during the 1890s and the resultant public health crisis from horse manure. It discusses the competition between various transportation technologies, including bicycles, internal combustion engines, and electric vehicles, while addressing the societal attitudes toward these innovations. The narrative culminates with the story of the GM EV1, highlighting its design, initial enthusiasm, and the complexities leading to its discontinuation.