Types of motors used in electric vehicles. Everything you need to know

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You must have noticed the motors used in buses, the Nissan Leaf.

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They are nothing but Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors. Offers high power and sinusoidal back emf.

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The initial torque value of DC series motors is high. Put as many loads as you can.

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Do not allow yourself to easily lose your control over the vehicle while riding.

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Commutators play a crucial part in the case of all your electric vehicles. Besides, people hesitate to choose it for its high maintenance charges.

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There is no usage of brushes in the case of brushless DC motors. No role of commutators.

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Instead, there are negligible maintenance costs and commendable performance.

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If your attention is towards the torque value of electric motors, then both DC motors and the brushless DC motors can fill well enough.

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No matter where you are driving your vehicle, a three-phase induction motor can provide you with efficient services.

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But surprisingly, its costs are comparatively low.

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Big companies like Tesla, Tata, TVS are very impressed with the performance of electric motors like the three-phase induction motor.

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Are you planning to drive or already driving a Tesla Model S?

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Well, this model also incorporates a three-phase induction motor.

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What are the features of Tesla Cybertruck?

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