Motor Expo 2026

Electric vehicles EV come in various forms and can be categorized by the type of technology used for propulsion. There are 4 main types as follows:

1. Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV)

Uses energy from a battery sourced from an external power source, such as charging stations or home outlets. Does not require gasoline as an energy source.
Example: Tesla Model Y

2. Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) 

Uses both an engine powered by gasoline or diesel and electricity for propulsion. Cannot be charged from an external power source. The car's battery is charged by the engine, braking, and deceleration (Self-Charging).
Example: TANK 300

3. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) 

Similar to HEV, it can charge its battery from an external power source by plugging in. It can run in electric mode for short distances, and when the battery is depleted, it uses the internal combustion engine mode instead.
Example: Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid

4. Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV) 

Uses energy from the chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen in a fuel cell to produce electricity. Water and steam are byproducts of this process. Example: Honda Clarity Fuel Cell

Each of the aforementioned types has its advantages and disadvantages, depending on the user's requirements.