Kilowatt (kW)

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What is a kilowatt?

A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power measurement, equal to 1,000 watts, commonly used to describe the power output or consumption of electric vehicles (EVs).

In the context of EVs, it indicates the rate at which the electric motor uses energy.

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What is a battery electric vehicle?

A battery electric vehicle (BEV) uses the electrical energy from rechargeable batteries to power an electric motor (or motors).

What exactly is a hybrid car?

A hybrid car is one that combines a petrol or diesel engine with an electric motor. They tend to consume less fuel and emit less CO2 than a car with just a petrol or diesel engine.

What is haptic feedback?

Haptic feedback allows technology to communicate with users using vibration. In a car you press on a touch pad and the sensors will vibrate in response to simulate the sense of touch, acknowledging the instruction you’ve given it.

How does an electric vehicle work?

An electric car, also known as a battery electric vehicle or EV, uses one or more electric motors to move the vehicle.

What is a plug-in hybrid car?

A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is a vehicle that has a slightly larger battery than a regular hybrid, so it travels further just using electricity.

What are a car's CO2 emissions?

When petrol or diesel burns in an engine, carbon dioxide gas – also known as CO2 – is the result.