EV Tech

Articles pretaining to the technical aspects of Electric Vehicles.

Do electric cars need to warm up before driving?

by Mike M

If you have spent some time in gas-powered cars, you know that it’s a good idea to let it warm up a bit before driving.… Read More »Do electric cars need to warm up before driving?

How do EV Lithium Ion Batteries work?

by Mike M

Your Electric Car uses Lithium-Ion Polymer batteries to power its momentum. Lithium batteries or “Li-ion” don’t just power your electric car. It’s the same technology… Read More »How do EV Lithium Ion Batteries work?

Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor vs. Single Motor

by Mike M

I spent a LOT of time thinking about this one. The speed and power of that Dual Motor, but the savings on the Single Motor… Read More »Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor vs. Single Motor

Do Electric Vehicles Depreciate? The Real Numbers

by Mike M

When looking for a car, depreciation is a major factor in your decision. Whether you are buying new and want to calculate how much you… Read More »Do Electric Vehicles Depreciate? The Real Numbers

Can I tow a trailer with my Electric Car?

by Mike M

In most cases yes, you can tow with your Electric Vehicle. Rated towing capacities vary from 2000 lbs up to 5200 lbs. The large torque… Read More »Can I tow a trailer with my Electric Car?

Is Tesla Autopilot safer?

by Mike M

Tesla thinks so. Tesla claims that you are 7 times less likely to be in an accident when Autopilot is engaged. I would tend to… Read More »Is Tesla Autopilot safer?

Do Electric Cars have gears?

by Mike M

Electric cars represent a fundamental change in drivetrain architecture. Using motors instead of an internal combustion engine greatly simplifies car design. So do Electric cars… Read More »Do Electric Cars have gears?

Are Electric Cars better for the environment?

by Mike M

There are a lot of factors to take into account when trying to answer whether or not Electric Cars are better for the environment. The… Read More »Are Electric Cars better for the environment?

Can you tow an Electric Car?

by Mike M

If you are stuck on the side of the road, either from a depleted battery or a mechanical failure, most likely a tow is in… Read More »Can you tow an Electric Car?

What happens if my Electric Car ( EV ) runs out of power?

by Mike M

Many people will be familiar with running out of gas in a regular car. Hopefully you are not one the half all roadside distress calls… Read More »What happens if my Electric Car ( EV ) runs out of power?