Glossary / General

extended range electric vehicle

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An extended range electric vehicle is a type of electric car that can also use a small gas engine to help it go further. This means you can drive longer distances without worrying about running out of battery.

Technical Definition

An extended range electric vehicle (EREV) is a type of electric vehicle that includes a small internal combustion engine to generate electricity, allowing for longer travel distances than a standard electric vehicle. This design helps alleviate range anxiety by providing an alternative power source.

Hear It Discussed

"X-Pung has expanded the G6 lineup with a new e-rev. That's extended range electric vehicle, e-R-E-V. We say e-rev and it's priced from $186,000."
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"It's supposed to answer because it's an extended range electric vehicle. It answers questions about range."
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"or whether it was an extended range electric vehicle. The vault is probably the most famous example of this."
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