How do electric cars work?

How do electric cars work?  WHNT News 19

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How do electric cars work?

How Do Electric Cars Work?

How Do Electric Cars Work?

Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining market share at a rapid pace, with sales of EVs growing by 55 percent in 2022 compared to 2021 according to the International Energy Agency. That number is expected to grow further in 2023.

As many consumers consider an electric vehicle for their next car purchase, they may be curious about how these electric vehicles work. After all, today’s electric cars look and drive like traditional gas-powered cars, but it’s important to understand the differences between these two vehicle types.

What are the Parts of an Electric Vehicle?

To understand how an electric car works, it’s important to understand its main components.

  • Traction Battery Pack
  • Power Inverter
  • Electric Motor
  • Charge Port
  • Transmission
  • DC/DC Converter
  • Thermal System – Cooling

EV Charging

Electric vehicle batteries differ from an internal combustion engine vehicle’s battery in that they power the entire vehicle rather than simply anchoring a gasoline-powered car’s electrical system. While traditional gasoline-powered cars refuel at the pump, electric vehicles are powered by electricity and are “refueled” by recharging the battery.

  • Level 1:
  • Level 2:
  • Level 3: DC Fast Charging

Regenerative Braking

Hybrid cars and electric vehicles use an alternative braking method compared to the traditional braking system on gasoline cars known as regenerative braking. With regenerative brakes, the energy from each wheel during braking is sent back to the battery. This, in turn, helps charge electric car batteries while the car is in use. An EV’s regenerative braking system supplements the brake pads and rotors found on traditional cars.

Types of Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles can be classified into four main categories.

  • All-Electric Vehicles
  • Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles
  • Hybrid Electric Vehicles
  • Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles

Today’s electric cars look and drive like traditional gasoline-powered cars, but they have fewer moving parts and require less maintenance. It’s important to understand how electric cars work before you consider purchasing an EV.

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SDGs, Targets, and Indicators in the Article

1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?

  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 13: Climate Action

2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?

  • SDG 7.2: Increase substantially the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix.
  • SDG 9.4: Upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable.
  • SDG 11.2: Provide access to safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable transport systems for all.
  • SDG 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning.

3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?

  • Percentage increase in sales of electric vehicles compared to previous years (indicator for SDG 7.2).
  • Number of electric vehicle charging stations installed (indicator for SDG 9.4 and SDG 11.2).
  • Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from transportation sector (indicator for SDG 13.2).

Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

SDGs Targets Indicators
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy 7.2: Increase substantially the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix. Percentage increase in sales of electric vehicles compared to previous years.
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure 9.4: Upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable. Number of electric vehicle charging stations installed.
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities 11.2: Provide access to safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable transport systems for all. Number of electric vehicle charging stations installed.
SDG 13: Climate Action 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning. Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from transportation sector.

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Source: whnt.com

 

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