One difference between the development and subsequent culture of ICE vs EVs is shade tree mechanics played a much larger role in the development of carburetors and other engine design. A degree was not necessary.

In contrast there will be very few breakthroughs in batteries from shade tree materials scientists.

This will dramatically alter the culture and politics of motor vehicle design, use and repair -- a possible opportunity for cyclists.

Someone should have said something before now. The reason I was the first is because I'm a populist on every issue. I wish there was some way to include everyone on every technology.

But if educated people are more pro cycling than uneducated then we might as well not not look a gift horse in the mouth.

https://www.autoevolution.com/news/harvard-engineers-invent-a-solid-state-battery-that-never-dies-it-s-a-game-changer-198518.html

> One difference between the development and subsequent culture of ICE vs EVs is shade tree mechanics played a much larger role in the development of carburetors and other engine design. A degree was not necessary.
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> In contrast there will be very few breakthroughs in batteries from shade tree materials scientists.

Or electric motors.

https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/high-speed-motor-clock-100000-rpm

> This will dramatically alter the culture and politics of motor vehicle design, use and repair -- a possible opportunity for cyclists.
>
> Someone should have said something before now. The reason I was the first is because I'm a populist on every issue. I wish there was some way to include everyone on every technology.
>
> But if educated people are more pro cycling than uneducated then we might as well not not look a gift horse in the mouth.
>
>
> https://www.autoevolution.com/news/harvard-engineers-invent-a-solid-state-battery-that-never-dies-it-s-a-game-changer-198518.html