Types of Electric Cars

There are a few types of EV to keep in mind, from full electric to hybrid.

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What is a BEV?

Battery Electric Vehicle

A BEV, or Battery Electric Vehicle, is a type of electric vehicle that operates entirely on electricity.

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What is a Hybrid?

HEV

A hybrid car combines an internal combustion engine with an electric motor, allowing it to use both petrol (or diesel) and electricity for power.

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What is a Plug-In Hybrid?

PHEV

A plug-in hybrid car combines and internal combustion engine with an electric motor and features a larger battery that can be recharged by plugging it into an external power source.

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What is a Mild Hybrid?

MHEV

A mild hybrid car features a small electric motor that assists the internal combustion engine but cannot power the vehicle on its own.