Electric Vehicles

Definition

Electric vehicles (EVs) are automobiles powered by one or more electric motors instead of internal combustion engines. They rely on rechargeable batteries or other forms of stored electrical energy for propulsion.

Related terms

Hybrid Vehicles: Hybrid vehicles combine both an internal combustion engine with an electric motor system, allowing them to switch between gasoline and electric power.

Range Anxiety: Range anxiety refers to the fear or concern about running out of battery charge while driving an electric vehicle due to limited charging infrastructure.

Regenerative Braking: Regenerative braking is a feature in electric vehicles where kinetic energy from braking is converted into electrical energy and stored in the battery for later use.