Embracing the electric vehicles revolution
Learn the benefits of transitioning to electric vehicles
Vehicle manufacturers have decided electric vehicles are a big part of our transport future making significant investments. The benefits of transitioning to electric vehicles include:
Reduced running costsEVs can be less expensive to run than petrol or diesel vehicles. They have far fewer parts too, meaning they are cheaper to service and require less servicing.
- Reduced emissions
Transport related emissions are a significant contributor to our carbon footprint. They are the second largest source of emissions behind the dairy industry.
The different types of electric vehicles
BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles): This is a 100% electric vehicle powered only by the electrical energy in the battery. You charge a BEV by plugging the car into an electrical socket, and it also stores energy generated when you brake.
PHEVs (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles): These cars contain two motors – an electric one with a battery that can be charged from a socket, and an internal combustion engine, the same as a normal car.
Hybrids: Hybrid vehicles are filled with petrol/diesel and this fuel charges the electric battery, along with regenerative braking, for use when the car pulls away from a stop or during heavy acceleration.
Electric Vehicles FAQs
- Do EVs cost more to buy and run?
- Do EVs have enough range for my driving?
- How different is driving an EV to an ICE vehicle?
Get the answers to these questions and more on our FAQs page
