What does a range-extended electric vehicle mean?

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SpencerLynn
07/24/25 8:38pm
Range-extended electric vehicles refer to vehicles directly driven by electric motors, where the engine does not participate in driving and there are no mechanical devices such as clutches or transmissions. The detailed information about range-extended electric vehicles is as follows: 1. When the battery power is insufficient, the engine is used to generate electricity to charge the battery, operating within the optimal speed range, and the battery then provides energy to the motor that directly drives the vehicle. 2. Advantages of range-extended electric vehicles: (1) They can operate in pure electric mode, requiring a small battery capacity, eliminating the risk of running out of power; (2) The battery charging power is small, eliminating the need for large charging infrastructure; (3) They can operate in plug-in hybrid mode, further improving fuel efficiency on top of hybrid technology; (4) They have a simple structure, direct motor drive, are easy to maintain, and facilitate industrialization.
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