Tomorrow's World: Invented In The Midlands

Well over a century ago, a forgotten inventor was using an electric car to commute to his offices in Wolverhampton, a true pioneer of eco transport. Brendan Walker uncovers the story of Thomas Parker and of the 21st century innovators putting the Midlands at the heart of a revolution in eco-friendly transport.

The Invented In England series will air on June 23 2017 at 7.30pm in each of the 11 BBC English regions.

To find out more about inventions from across the UK visit bbc.co.uk/tomorrowsworld

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