What is an electric vehicle (EV)?

An electric vehicle ( EV) [note 1] is a vehicle that uses one or more electric motors for propulsion. It can be powered by a collector system, with electricity from extravehicular sources, or it can be powered autonomously by a battery (sometimes charged by solar panels, or by converting fuel to electricity using fuel cells or a generator ).

Which companies are launching electric cars?

General Motors, Ford, Jaguar Land Rover and the Volkswagen Group are all poised to launch electric vehicles of their own, and they will do so with a century of experience behind them. This gives us the perfect opportunity to take stock and evaluate the current situation with electric cars. How do EVs work?

What is a range extended electric vehicle (REEV)?

A range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) is a vehicle powered by an electric motor and a plug-in battery. An auxiliary combustion engine is used only to supplement battery charging and not as the primary source of power. An electric powertrain used by Power Vehicle Innovation for trucks or buses

What is a plug-in electric vehicle (PHEV)?

Plug-in electric vehicles (PHEV) are becoming increasingly common and act as a half-way house between ICE and full electric. They can run like a regular hybrid, only topping up the battery when coasting and braking, but can also be plugged in to a public EV charger.