powered entirely or partially by electricity from a battery that requires recharging. (Hook) Battery-electric cars accounted for 69.4 percent of the over 3.2 million electric vehicles sold in 2020. Battery-electric cars are projected to account for 66 percent of the over 5.3 million electric cars that are expected to be sold in 2021. (Topic) In this topic, we will discuss why batteries in electric cars cannot handle traveling. (Conclusion) In summary, batteries in electric cars are not the best choice for a long trip.