What is the difference between pure electric passenger vehicles and pure electric commercial vehicles?
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Pure electric passenger vehicles are not included in the vehicle and vessel tax catalog and are not subject to the vehicle and vessel tax, while commercial vehicles in the catalog, regardless of whether they are new energy vehicles, are all subject to taxation, but new energy commercial vehicles are exempt from tax. Thus, pure electric passenger vehicles are not taxed, while commercial vehicles are tax-exempt. The following are the basic principles of pure electric vehicles: 1. Working principle of electric vehicles: Battery—Current—Power regulator—Motor—Power transmission system—Driving the vehicle. 2. Technical principles: (1) Pure electric vehicles replace the internal combustion engine with an electric motor, equivalent to an automatic transmission. (2) Traditional internal combustion engines can only produce efficient torque within a narrow range of speeds, which is why traditional internal combustion engine vehicles require large and complex transmission systems; pure electric vehicles do not need gear-shifting transmissions during operation, making them easier and more convenient to control. (3) Compared to hybrid vehicles, pure electric vehicles use a single electric energy source, and the electronic control system significantly reduces the mechanical transmission system inside the vehicle, also lowering energy loss and noise caused by friction between mechanical parts, saving space and weight inside the vehicle.
As a regular driver who frequently uses electric vehicles, I believe the main differences between pure electric passenger cars and pure electric commercial vehicles lie in their purpose and design. Electric passenger cars, like sedans or SUVs, are designed for personal commuting and family travel, offering comfort, easy parking, and the ability to charge using a standard household plug, with a typical range of 300-500 kilometers. They also have long battery life with simpler maintenance. On the other hand, electric commercial vehicles are intended for business use, such as delivery vans or buses, featuring larger and sturdier bodies to carry heavy loads. Their range is generally higher, but they may require industrial-grade charging stations, making installation and maintenance more cumbersome. From a daily-use perspective, passenger cars are cost-effective and quiet, ideal for city driving, while commercial vehicles are more practical for long-distance hauling, though they involve higher initial investments. Safety standards also differ: passenger cars prioritize comfort, whereas commercial vehicles reinforce their chassis to withstand impacts, resulting in distinctly different driving experiences.
