Hows this for the future :-
http://gizmag.com/go/7000/Compressed air powered town car, can be refilled (repressurised) from pressurisation temperatures, or can self fill from its own compressor when plugged into mains supply. 200km range on one tankfull of air.
Now if we can just build a few solar recharging bays to park in when its not in use and its perfect for city use.