What Are The Different Types Of Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles have a long history starting back in 1884 by Thomas Parker; other pioneers were Henry Ford and Thomas Edison. Due to their inventions and research, we now have the capacity of mass-producing different types of electric vehicles. Lets explorer the types that are available in today's market. 



There Are Three Types Of Electric Vehicles (EVs) 
1. Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) 
2. Plug-In Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) 
3. Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs)



Each of these types have a different way of using electricity to power the vehicle. We will explorer each type of electric vehicle and how it exactly powers the vehicle. 

1. Battery Electric Vehicle (BEVs)
A BEV is an all-electric vehicle. The source of power comes from the electricity that is stored in a battery pack and delivered to the electric engine. Battery electric vehicles soley run on electricity and do no have gas engines. These vehicles must be plugged into an external power source to recharge, they can also recharge through regnerative braking. Regenerative braking is when the brakes are used, energy is then recovered when braking. 



Pros Of A Battery Electric Vehicle: 

• Reduced emissions 
• Energy efficient
• Quiet and smooth acceleration 
• Less maintenance 
• Many different charging options 
• Many used fully electric vehicles qualify for the Clean Car Tax Credit 

Cons Of A Battery Electric Vehicle:

• Powering up takes longer than filling up with gas 
• Shorter mileage range vs gas engines on a full tank 
• Battery packs are pricey to replace 

2. Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PHEVs) 

A PHEV runs on an electric motor that is powered by a battery pack, but a PHEV also has an internal combustion engine that requires fuel. The battery pack is recharged through rengerative braking that recaptures energy. These cars can be plugged into a power source to recharge. 



Pros Of A Plug-In Electric Vehicle

• Better fuel mileage over gas-powered vehicles
• The vehicle can run on gas-only as the battery charges 
• Reduced tailpipe emissions 
• Some are even used Clean Car Tax Credit eligible, tap/click here for more information on the Clean Car Tax Credit. Also view our inventory to take advantage of the vehicles in stock that are Clean Car Tax Credit eligible, this tax credit is instant and can be done at the Electric Car Corner. 

Cons Of A Plug-In Electric Vehicle 

• Engine maintenance such as oil changes are still needed 
• Gasoline is still needed 
• Charging time may take longer that a battery-electric vehicle 

3. Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEVs) 
Hybrid electric vehicles have a battery pack that is recharged through regenerative braking. This type of electric vehicle cannot be plugged in to charge. These vehicles start with an electric motor, the gasoline-powered engine will turn on and off as needed when speed increases. Both motors are controlled by an internal computer that monitors driving conditions. 



Pros Of A Hybrid Electric Vehicle

• The gas engine can run the vehicle while the battery recharges 
• Fewer emissions in comparsion to an ICE vehicle

Cons Of A Hybrid Electric Vehicle 

• Fuel and engine maintenance are still needed
• Hybrids tend not to be Clean Car Tax Credit eligible

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