What are the differences between new energy vehicles and traditional vehicles?

[Benjamin]

New energy vehicles and traditional vehicles mainly have the following differences: 1. Electric vehicles are structurally simpler than fuel-powered vehicles, with fewer moving parts, significantly reducing daily maintenance requirements. They are easier to operate, simpler to repair, and more cost-effective. 2. Electric vehicles cause no environmental pollution as they produce no emissions, whereas traditional vehicles emit a large amount of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrocarbons, and other exhaust gases. 3. Traditional vehicles generate noise pollution, primarily caused by the combustion engine, while electric vehicles produce very little noise. Therefore, replacing fuel-powered vehicles with electric vehicles is a major way to reduce urban noise pollution.

[MacXavier]

I've been driving a new energy vehicle for two years now, and the most noticeable difference is the way it gets 'fueled'. Traditional cars require queuing up at gas stations, while my current electric car just needs to be plugged into the charging pile at night, and it's fully charged by the next morning, saving both time and effort. The monthly electricity bill is less than 200 yuan, which is three-quarters cheaper than gasoline costs. The best part is the quiet and smooth feeling during acceleration, with no engine roar at all, and the automatic parking function during traffic jams frees up my right foot. However, long-distance trips do require planning charging stations in advance. Last time I went back to my hometown, I checked the locations of fast charging piles at service areas beforehand.

[SaraLynn]

From a technical perspective, the core difference lies in the powertrain. Traditional vehicles rely on internal combustion engines that convert gasoline into power, with entire systems comprising tens of thousands of components. The engine alone has complex structures like pistons and crankshafts. New energy vehicles use electric motors for propulsion, directly converting electrical energy into kinetic energy with much simpler mechanical structures. The key components are essentially just the battery pack, inverter, and motor, eliminating the jerky gear-shifting issues of transmissions. Electric motors can instantly deliver maximum torque, which is why I always get a quicker start at traffic lights when driving electric cars.

[McRonan]

Having driven both gasoline and electric cars at home, the environmental difference is striking. The gasoline car's exhaust pipe always emits white smoke, and I worry about failing the annual emissions test. Electric cars don't even have an exhaust pipe; driving through a park won't scare away the birds in the trees. Battery recycling is now well managed, with old batteries being repurposed for energy storage in power plants. The only hassle is finding a charging station, and being careful when unplugging the charging gun on rainy days—though the waterproofing is actually quite good now.

[KarterAnn]

Veteran drivers all know that maintenance costs can vary dramatically. My gasoline car requires an oil and filter change every 5,000 kilometers, spark plugs every 40,000 kilometers, and regular transmission fluid changes. A major service can cost thousands. Electric vehicles don't need any of this - their maintenance just involves checking brake pads, tires, and coolant, and even the cabin air filter can be replaced by the owner. However, they do go through tires faster due to the high torque of electric motors. The battery typically lasts about 8 years, and replacement costs are much lower now compared to five years ago.