Here's why many electric vehicles are so expensive

(The HIll) - Battery costs are keeping the price of electric vehicles higher than their gas-powered counterparts, analysts say.  Electric vehicle batteries are typically made from minerals like lithium, cobalt and nickel that have to be made from minerals that are in high demand.  The high costs keep these vehicles out of reach for many Americans, hampering the adoption of an important tool in the fight against climate change.  Story continues belowTrending: Is