May 8, 2007 1:41 PM

NYC's Retro-Future Electric Buggies

Snapple Real Fact #304: In 1900, 1/3 of all automobiles in New York City were powered by electricity.

Snapple Real Fact #304:

In 1900, 1/3 of all automobiles in New York City were powered by electricity.

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