An Electric Vehicle (EV) is a type of motor vehicle that is powered entirely or partially by electricity, as opposed to traditional vehicles that rely primarily on internal combustion engines fueled by gasoline or diesel. EVs utilize electric motors and rechargeable battery packs to store and deliver power to the drivetrain. The advantages of electric vehicles include lower operating costs, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and decreased noise pollution compared to conventional vehicles.
Electric vehicles can be categorized into different types, including fully electric vehicles (BEVs), which operate solely on electric power, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), which combine an electric motor with a conventional internal combustion engine. EVs can be recharged using various methods, including at home using standard outlets or dedicated charging stations, and they often have advanced features such as regenerative braking to recover energy while driving. As technology advances and concerns over environmental impact increase, the adoption and development of electric vehicles have become a significant focus for automakers and governments around the world.
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The future of West Virginia's pilot program for electric school buses is uncertain following the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) recent decision to revoke grant funding for…