In this guide
- A fully electric car uses only a battery and an electric motor
- A plug-in hybrid has a chargeable battery plus a petrol engine
- For a plug-in hybrid, the electric range is the number to ask about
- A plug-in hybrid works best when you can charge it regularly
EVebi covers cars that have a real electric drive. That includes fully electric cars and hybrids where an electric motor does serious work, not just a small assist. Names vary between brands, so here is a general way to think about it.
Fully electric (EV)
Battery and electric motor only. No petrol engine, no fuel tank. You charge it at home, at a public AC point or at a DC fast charger.
Plug-in hybrid (PHEV)
An electric motor and a battery you can charge from a socket, plus a petrol engine. Many can drive a useful distance on electricity alone, then continue on petrol. How far depends on the battery size, so the electric range is the number to ask about.
Range extender (EREV)
The wheels are driven by the electric motor, and a petrol engine mainly works as a generator. Brands describe these differently, so confirm how the specific car works.
Regular hybrid
A small battery that charges itself from the engine and braking, with no plug. The electric part helps, but the car cannot be charged from outside. Whether a given model fits EVebi's focus depends on how much its electric drive does.
What to check for your situation
- Can you charge at home or at work? A plug-in hybrid used without charging loses much of its point.
- How far do you drive on a normal day, and how often do you take long trips?
- Which connector and charging speeds does the car support, for both AC and DC?
- What does the warranty say about the battery and the electric drive parts?
This is general information, not a recommendation. Always confirm the details of the specific car with the seller, in writing.