Over the last few years, electric cars have become more popular with more of them appearing on our roads. Typically, these are referred to as EVs. But there is another term that you may not be familiar with — NEV. Not to be confused with ‘neighbourhood electric vehicle’, NEV stands for ‘New Energy Vehicle’ and is a term used to describe all types of electric vehicles, from battery-powered fully electric vehicles to plug-in hybrid cars. BYD is the No.1 NEV Maker, so we’re well placed to explain everything you need to know about NEVs. Below, we’ll take a closer look at different types of NEVs and the benefits of these vehicles.
. Battery-electric vehicles are all-electric. They are powered solely by a battery that powers an electric motor to make the car move. This battery is charged externally by plugging the vehicle into a charger installed at your home or in public. Because it doesn’t have an engine, it doesn’t release exhaust emissions into the atmosphere.
NEVs can be used to reduce emissions on the road. NEVs including battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles all produce less greenhouse gas emissions and less air pollution than fuel-powered vehicles.
NEVs are incredibly energy-efficient, especially BEVs. They are approximately 85-90% efficient compared to an internal combustion engine’s 17-21% efficiency . This means NEVs use less energy for your daily journeys.
NEVs offer drivers a range of economic benefits including costing less to charge your car than to fill up with fuel. Fewer parts in NEVs mean less to spend on upkeep — you won’t have to worry about regular maintenance like oil changes in BEVs.
Many NEVs including BYD electric cars feature some of the most advanced technology to make driving safer and more comfortable. This includes driver assistance tech and internal components like the car’s battery. To learn more about BYD’s industry-leading advancements, explore BYD Super DM Technology for more information.
The primary difference between New Energy Vehicles and fuel-powered cars with internal combustion engines is the way they are fuelled — NEVs on electricity and ICE cars on petrol or diesel. But there are other factors to consider that set these vehicles apart from each other.
NEVs are more energy efficient than fuel-powered vehicles. New energy vehicles get you further by using less energy.
NEVs are quieter when on the road. They make less noise for a smooth drive compared to cars with internal combustion engines.
NEVs offer instant torque, making them fun to drive!
One of the main advantages of NEVs is being able to top-up at home. Not only do you not need to visit a petrol station, but you can save money too. Many energy providers offer customers low-cost energy for charging at off-peak times.