Glossary / General

inverter

23 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

An inverter is a part that changes the type of electricity from the battery so it can be used by the car's motor. It's important for making electric cars work properly.

Technical Definition

An inverter is an electronic device that converts direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC). In electric vehicles, inverters are crucial for controlling the electric motor's speed and torque by converting the battery's DC output into AC power.

Hear It Discussed

"...removes the need for an AC to DC converter, or inverter really."
DAILY: BMW i7 Gets Updated, Rivian Starts Building R2 and Smart Bring Back ForTwo | 23 Apr 2026 EV News Daily - Technology and Business of EVs 16:04

"you know, with a built-in inverter, so you can power up anything you want to power up."
Car Pro Radio Show February 28 26 Hour 3 CarPro Radio Show 06:39

"And they realized it could eke more out of the inverter in the in the drive unit."
Episode 564: Special Guests Franz and Lars Discuss Model S and X's Legacy Ride the Lightning: Tesla and EV Podcast 35:05