Electric Vehicle Info

January 28th, 2022 by

Mercedes-Benz Electric Vehicle

How Does An Electric Vehicle Work?


The Inner Workings of an Electric Vehicle

If you’re in the market for an electric vehicle, you have plenty of options at Mercedes-Benz of Augusta. Our collection includes the Mercedes-Benz EQS, which offers exceptional fuel economy, bold style, luxurious updates to the interior and exterior and enhanced safety features. Stop in at Mercedes-Benz of Augusta to test drive the all-new Mercedes-Benz EQS and learn how an electric vehicle works.

Types of Electric Vehicles

There are several types of electric vehicles and each one operates differently. Electric vehicles include plug-in models that run on electricity and require charging to operate. These types of sedans or SUVs do not require fuel at all and produce zero emissions.

Another option is a plug-in hybrid. These types of electric cars run on both electricity and traditional fuel. They do produce emissions, but use less fuel and offer a sustainable way to drive. The fuel serves as a backup when the electricity source has run low.

Although these types of luxury cars or sedans may need to be charged, the fuel will allow it to continue to run.

Hybrid electric vehicles run primarily on fuel, but also feature an electric battery that is recharged through the process of regenerative braking. You can drive these types of electric vehicles in EV mode with just the touch of a button for better fuel efficiency. However, these types of cars do not need to be plugged in and rely on fuel for their electricity source.

How Does an Electric Vehicle Work?

In order to understand how an electric vehicle works, it’s important to know the inner parts of our collection. The electric motor serves as the engine and produces the power. While AC motors are the most common, there are also fast-charging DC motors available. The inverter helps to convert the electricity into the motor while the drivetrain, commonly referred to as a transmission, is a single speed that sends power to the wheels from the motor.

Batteries in all types of electric vehicles store the electric power and are essential to allowing your EV to run. The range is directly tied to the battery. If the battery kW is higher, the vehicle will have a higher range. Most types require charging.

Charging refers to plugging in the sedan or SUV to an outlet at a public charging station or with a home-charging unit.

Charging timelines vary based on the battery and the vehicle type. While some electric vehicles need to charge 8-10 hours, others feature a full charging time of only 30 to 60 minutes.

Check Out the Electric Vehicles at Mercedes-Benz of Augusta

The team at our Mercedes-Benz dealership is eager to help you learn more about how electric vehicles work, while also spotlighting our current lineup, including the Mercedes-Benz EQS. Stop in today to test drive this luxury vehicle. Our team is committed to helping you find the most innovative and luxurious sedans and SUVs. With an impressive selection of new, used and certified pre-owned cars and SUVs in stock, we have something for everyone.

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