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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

A battery electric vehicle (BEV) uses an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine. These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. 40% of our energy comes from renewable sources, such as hydro, geothermal and wind. Petrol and diesel vehicles both use internal combustion engines (ICEs).

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

A battery electric vehicle (BEV) uses an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine. These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. 40% of our energy comes from renewable sources, such as hydro, geothermal and wind. Petrol and diesel vehicles both use internal combustion engines (ICEs).