What are the different types of motors used in electric cars?
There are two types of motors used in electric cars: • DC Motor – A DC motor runs on DC electric power that can generate from 96 to 192 volts of electricity. These motors are best used for short burst of acceleration. • AC Motor – AC motors are driven by alternating currents that can generate up to 240 volts of electricity. They can achieve fast forward and rewind operations without all the extra gears and clutches. What are the advantages of having an electric vehicle? There are many environmental benefits and personal perks for having an electric car: • Most electric motors can travel up to 100 miles before they need to be charged • No tail pipe exhaust means less greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide • Less oil consumption means no reliance on foreign oil • You can recharge your car whenever it’s convenient for you • More cost-effective than regular cars because of long-lasting battery use • You can get a tax incentives from the government when you purchase them • Cheaper to maint
