Batteries are part of the problem. The more crucial problem is the transfer of energy. Pumping 90L of diesel takes 2-3minutes and you’ve moved a megawatt of potential energy. Move a megawatt in that time frame is impossible to achieve at the automotive scale.

EVs have their place, are very useful, but until we can store electricity at the same density of fuel, they are not a replacement. Thus I agree with the assessment that the push to force ev is more about controlling mobility.