Electric cars, first introduced during the early 20th century, were not a popular as
gasoline powered cars for which of the following reasons?
they were cheaper
their manufacturers did not receive government funding
they did not have heating
they were marketed as stereotypically “feminine”

Electric cars in the early 20th century faced stiff competition from the booming gasoline-powered vehicle market, which offered better range and more robust performance, especially as mass production techniques lowered costs for gas models. Additionally, the nascent infrastructure for efficient charging stations and the limited battery technology further hampered their appeal.

Marketing also played a significant role, as electric cars were often geared towards urban consumers and depicted in a way that some viewed as feminine, which may have limited their broader appeal among male buyers—the primary audience of car manufacturers at the time. Over time, societal perceptions and technological advancements have begun to turn the tide for electric vehicles!