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Better Place: Israel's electric car start-up killed by its own success - opinion
We must thank Better Place for helping to put the electrification of vehicles on the tech world’s agenda. 10 years later, its vision lives on.
What happened to Better Place's electric dreams?
CHRISTIANS TO JUDEA AND SAMARIA
The near miss
On My Mind: Electric cars
American consumers and, importantly, the automotive giants prefer the gas-powered vehicles.
New Better Place CEO pledges to refocus company
"Israel will remain at the company’s forefront," says incoming head Evan Thornley; founder Agassi resigns from position on board.
Better Place needs $130m capital injection
The request to shareholders for an immediate capital injection is due to low electric car sales and a high cash burn rate.
Leasing exec: Axing Agassi hurts Better Place
Industry sources believe that only an aggressive government move can give Better Place the sales push it needs in Israel.
Electric carmaker Better Place ousts Agassi as CEO
Evan Thornley, CEO of the company's Australian branch replaces founder Agassi, who stays on as board member, shareholder.
Better Place launches Dutch electric taxi project
The electric car venture has set up an electric taxi project at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport with EU funding.
Better Place launches commercial electric cars
Company touts lower cost, no emissions, silent motors and lack of gasoline dependence for its cars.
Off the Beaten Track: A better place
A glimpse into the future is only a test-drive away.
Better Place unveils battery-swap network
There are 33 battery-switch stations already in operation or close to completion around Israel.
24 hours in the vehicle of the future
Reporter's Notebook: After driving the Better Place car, it will be difficult to go back to a gas-fueled vehicle.
