Elektrisõiduk

Elektrisõiduk, often abbreviated as EV, refers to any vehicle that is propelled by one or more electric motors, using energy stored in rechargeable batteries. This contrasts with traditional internal combustion engine vehicles that rely on burning fossil fuels. The primary advantage of electric vehicles is their zero tailpipe emissions, contributing to cleaner air in urban environments and reducing reliance on petroleum.

The core components of an electric vehicle include an electric motor, a battery pack, and an inverter, which converts direct current (DC) from the battery to alternating current (AC) for the motor. Charging an EV is typically done by plugging it into an external power source, such as a home charging station or a public charging network. The range of an electric vehicle, meaning how far it can travel on a single charge, has been steadily increasing with advancements in battery technology.

Types of electric vehicles include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), which run solely on electricity, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), which combine an electric motor with a gasoline engine, allowing them to run on either power source or both. The widespread adoption of electric vehicles is seen as a key strategy in combating climate change and transitioning to more sustainable transportation systems. Governments worldwide are offering incentives and developing charging infrastructure to encourage EV adoption.