Switching to electric vehicles is something we’re all being urged to do in the fight against climate change. While you might be aware of the environmental benefits, the technology isn’t something that’s as widely understood. If you’ve wondered how electric cars work, here’s a quick guide. Are there different types of electric vehicle? Yes. They fall under different categories depending on how energy is used to propel them. Battery electric vehicle (BEV) Hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) All three use electricity as an energy source, but the BEV is the only one that uses nothing else. Popular models include the Tesla Model 3 and Nissan Leaf. So – how do electric cars work? How does a...