All over the world natural energy resources are fast depleting and the unrest in oil producing countries has only added to the problem. Cars need gas to run on the streets and the rising prices make it hard for people to manage their budgets. The other big disadvantage of using gas to run gas has to do with the environment. Cars running on gasoline produce harmful fumes and these are very bad for the environment. As you go on a long drive on the highway, your car is emitting carbon dioxide gas (greenhouse gases). These greenhouse gases increase the temperature and harm the ozone layer that protects our earth from the harmful rays of the sun. So how does one save money and the environment simultaneously? A very easy solution to all these problems is to use electric cars for transportation. Electric cars are not dependent on the depleting natural resources (gasoline) and this helps reduce the carbon footprint. Governments all the world are encouraging com