1. Early experiments (1830s-1880s): Invention of the first crude electric vehicles, mainly powered by non-rechargeable primary cells.

2. Thomas Davenport's electric vehicle (1834): The first practical electric vehicle built by American inventor Thomas Davenport, albeit limited in scope and capabilities.

3. First practical electric cars (1880s-1900s): Introduction of rechargeable batteries, such as lead-acid batteries, and development of more practical electric vehicles by innovators like Thomas Edison and Ferdinand Porsche.

4. Electric car popularity (1900-1910): Electric vehicles become popular in the early 20th century, with approximately 1/3 of all vehicles on the road being electric.

5. Decline in popularity (1920s-1960s): Widespread adoption of gasoline-powered vehicles due to advances in internal combustion engine technology and road infrastructure, leading to a decline in electric vehicle use.

6. Environmental concerns and renewed interest (1970s): The oil crisis and growing environmental concerns spark a renewed interest in electric vehicles, leading to the development of experimental electric cars by major manufacturers.

7. The GM EV1 (1996-1999): General Motors introduces the first modern, mass-produced electric car, but discontinues it due to limited demand and technical limitations.

8. The rise of Tesla (2004-present): Elon Musk's Tesla Motors emerges as a key player in the electric car market, beginning with the Tesla Roadster and later launching the highly successful Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y.

9. Mainstream automakers join the race (2010s): Major automotive manufacturers such as Nissan, Chevrolet, and BMW begin producing electric vehicles in earnest, boosting the popularity and availability of electric cars.

10. Advances in battery technology (2010s-present): Significant improvements in battery capacity, charging speed, and cost reduction pave the way for increased electric vehicle adoption.

11. Charging infrastructure expansion (2010s-present): Widespread development of charging stations and fast-charging networks enable long-distance electric vehicle travel and alleviate "range anxiety."

12. Government incentives and policies (2010s-present): Numerous governments worldwide implement incentives, tax breaks, and regulations to promote electric vehicle adoption and reduce carbon emissions.
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