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Quick questions on Electric and hybrid drive systems: HSC Engineering Studies Personal and Public Transport
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What is battery electric vehicle (BEV) architecture?Show answer
A pure battery electric vehicle has:
What are hybrid configurations?Show answer
A parallel hybrid has both the engine and the electric motor mechanically connected to the wheels through a clutch or planetary gearset (Toyota Corolla Hybrid, Hyundai Tucson Hybrid). Either can drive alone, or together for peak power.
What is australian context?Show answer
Tesla (Model 3 and Model Y) and BYD lead Australian EV sales. The Hyundai Kona Electric, Nissan Leaf, MG ZS EV and Polestar 2 round out the volume segment. Australian-made EV conversions of vintage cars (Jaguar Land Rover Classic, the SEA-Drift) are a niche industry. The NSW government's EV strategy includes a $3000 rebate (since superseded) and the Electric Vehicle Council of Australia tracks industry growth.
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