Electric vehicles are packed with complicated tech and smart battery systems. But the stock parts only take you so far. The right add-ons actually fix daily problems, like finding a charge on a long road trip or tracking your battery health. If you own an electric SUV, hatchback, or luxury EV, buying a few specific … Read more
Electric vehicle batteries are designed to last for many years, but the way you drive, charge, and maintain your EV has a significant impact on long-term battery health. While modern Battery Management Systems (BMS) protect batteries from major damage, good driving and charging habits can slow battery degradation and help you get more range from … Read more
Mohan Sundar / EV & Enginering What Causes an EV Battery Fire? An EV battery pack stores a large amount of electrical energy. Under abnormal conditions such as physical damage, overheating, or manufacturing defects, the battery can become unstable and potentially catch fire. Although EV fires are less common than conventional fuel vehicle fires, it … Read more
Mohan Sundar / EV & Engineering When you press the accelerator pedal in a petrol car, there is a brief, distinct hesitation before the vehicle surges forward. In an electric vehicle (EV), however, that delay does not exist. The moment your foot touches the pedal, you are pinned back into your seat by an immediate … Read more
Mohan Sundar/ EV & Engineering The automobile industry is changing rapidly. One of the biggest trends in recent years is the shift from traditional 4-cylinder engines to smaller and more efficient 3-cylinder engines. Many modern cars from companies like Toyota, Hyundai, Ford, Volkswagen, and BMW are now using turbocharged 3-cylinder engines in hatchbacks, sedans, and … Read more
By Mohan Sundar / EV & Engineering Why Electric Vehicles Don’t Need Gearboxes Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming popular because they are efficient, smooth, and simpler than traditional gasoline or diesel vehicles. One major difference between EVs and conventional cars is that most EVs do not use multi-speed gearboxes. While petrol and diesel vehicles require … Read more
By Mohan Sundar / EV & Engineering Introduction to Braking System Design Have you ever observed that most cars and motorcycles are equipped with disc brakes on the front wheels while the rear wheels often use drum brakes? This design is extremely common, especially in budget and mid-range vehicles, and it is not simply a … Read more
Mohan Sundar / EV & Engineering What Is an Electric Scooter? An electric scooter is a two-wheeled vehicle powered by an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine. Energy is stored in a rechargeable battery pack and supplied to the motor through an electronic controller. When the rider twists the throttle, the controller regulates … Read more
