Abstract:

Electric vehicles being emission-free, noiseless, and having high performance is going to make a significant impact in the automobile industry. Automobile sector is one of the key aspects that drive economic growth, particularly in developing nations. A shift towards the Electric Vehicle (EV) will come sooner and faster with the demise of petrol and diesel vehicles and advancements in battery technology. This book chapter gives an overview of the evolution of electric vehicles and the main composition of the vehicle. It discusses the comparisons between different charging techniques and batteries for the power source. This book chapter also reflects how electrically driven vehicles may reduce harmful environmental emissions. It highlights basic aspects important in building an electric vehicle and the after-time research in this domain.