The electric car is here.  Within the next four years, two of the Japanese automakers have intentions of having all-electric vehicles on the roads in America.  In addition, there are other automakers designing similar cars.

Many of the electric vehicles that are coming out are small and travel approximately 90 miles, until they need recharging.  These cars are intended to be used in urban areas that are congested.

There were three electric cars featured at the New York Auto Show this week.

First, Subaru showed the R1e electric car.  It is supposedly fun to drive, easy to charge and free of emissions.  It can operate for 50 miles and can reach 65 mph.

Nissan featured the Denki Cube.  It is a preview of the small vehicle strategy that Nissan has in mind for the market in North America.  This electric car brings some advanced technology to the market.

Mitsubishi unveiled the iMiEV, which is all-electric.  This is a four-door car that will operate for 80 miles without recharging.  Mitsubishi says that they might bring the vehicle to the United States in 2010 if the demand is great enough.

With the difficult economy, consumers are interested in saving money on new car warranties, auto loans and gas prices.  Electric cars are a good way to start.  Consumers can look for these in the near future.