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There’s an electric vehicle for every lifestyle
Choose an electric vehicle (EV) that’s right for you!
criteria | Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) | Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) |
---|---|---|
ENGINE |
Battery-powered electric motor
|
Internal combustion engine and battery-powered electric motor |
POWER SOURCE |
Plugs into an electric power source
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Plugs into an electric power source and uses gasoline |
MILE RANGE |
Up to 300 miles on one charge
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Up to 50 miles in all-electric mode and up to 500 total miles before refueling |
FUEL TYPE |
Electricity only
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Electricity or gasoline |
Check out the Electric Power Research Institute’s Consumer Guide to Electric Vehicles to learn more about EVs in today’s market.
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EVs are for everyone
The automotive industry is moving toward more sustainable transportation options such as electric vehicles (EVs). Vehicle manufacturers like Ford, GM and Nissan have invested billions of dollars into electric vehicle research and development. Organizations, governments and businesses worldwide have pledged to produce cleaner, more sustainable technology.
Aside from the auto industry’s shift to electrification, driving electric provides benefits for all drivers.
There are more than 50 different types of light-duty electric vehicles on the market today, including sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks and minivans.
Whether you’re interested in a plug-in hybrid or a battery electric vehicle, you can choose one that works best for your lifestyle.
Check out the Electric Power Research Institute’s "Consumer Guide to Electric Vehicles" [PDF download] or the US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center to learn more about EVs in today’s market.
Check out our tool that can help you get a personal estimate based on your driving habits, compare vehicle options and more.