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    Electrified

    Types of Electric Cars

    Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) – “Hybrid”

    A closed-loop hybrid is currently the most common type of electrified vehicle. Hybrids combine a traditional petrol engine with a battery and electric motor to reduce fuel consumption. The battery in the hybrid is charged through driving so they never need to be plugged in. Brands who produce hybrids include Toyota, Lexus, Kia and Haval.

    Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) – “Plug-in”

    Like a hybrid, PHEVs feature a petrol engine that works in tandem with an electric motor. Here though, the battery is bigger, allowing a PHEV to drive anywhere from 40 to 100km on electric power alone. As the name suggests, PHEVs need to be plugged in to recharge the battery. Brands who produce plug-in hybrids include Mitsubishi, Ford, Peugeot and BMW.

    Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) – “EV”

    EVs are fully-electric vehicles featuring a large battery array that powers one or more electric motors. With driving ranges of anywhere between 250 to 600km, EVs require charging, either at home or at public charging stations. Brands who produce EVs include Audi, Nissan, MG and of course, Tesla.

    Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV)

    Is an electric vehicle that generates its own electricity onboard using a fuel cell, which combines stored hydrogen with oxygen from the air, producing electricity to power the motor with water as the only emission. They refuel with hydrogen, offering fast refueling and long range, making them similar to gasoline cars in convenience but zero-emission at the tailpipe



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