Electric vehicles replace the conventional engine and fuel tank with a battery, electric motor and power electronics. Here is a simple look at how those pieces work together.
What EV Owners Should Know
The battery stores electrical energy. An inverter manages electricity sent to the motor, while the motor converts electrical energy into motion. Regenerative braking can recover some energy when the vehicle slows down.
Final Thoughts
Understanding these basics makes EV specifications such as battery capacity, motor power, range and charging speed much easier to compare.