Do New Energy Pure Electric Vehicles Have a Transmission?
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Pure electric vehicles do not have a transmission. Most pure electric vehicles only have a reducer, which can reduce speed and increase torque, allowing the vehicle to operate normally. There is also no need for a transmission in pure electric vehicles, as their electric motors have a wide speed range and can directly adjust speed through the motor. Power Output: The power output method of pure electric vehicles is more suitable for stop-and-go urban roads, and these vehicles produce no exhaust emissions during operation. Onboard Power Source: Pure electric vehicles refer to vehicles that use an onboard power source as their power, drive the wheels with an electric motor, and meet all the requirements of road traffic and safety regulations.
When I drive an electric car, I often get asked this question by friends. Simply put, pure electric vehicles usually don’t have the traditional transmission found in conventional cars. Why? Because electric motors operate differently: they deliver high torque right from zero RPM, eliminating the need for a transmission to shift gears and match speed with power like in gasoline cars. The motor itself has a wide RPM range and can directly drive the wheels, so a single-speed reducer is sufficient—this reducer acts more like a fixed gear, helping to reduce speed and amplify torque. The benefits of this design include simpler structure, lower failure rates, and reduced maintenance costs. For example, my Tesla feels incredibly smooth when I press the accelerator—it just goes, with no gear-shifting jerks. There are exceptions, though, like the Porsche Taycan, which uses a 2-speed transmission for high performance, but most EVs skip this. If you’re considering buying an electric car, this is a hassle-free feature—you won’t have to worry about transmission issues during maintenance, saving both fuel costs and headaches.
