EREV

An EREV is a type of plug-in hybrid that relies more heavily on the electric motor and uses its gasoline engine to supply power to the electric motor.

When it comes to electric cars, one size does not fit all 2010

The Chevrolet Volt is one of the most-hyped cars expected to debut this year, with all-new drivetrain technology that General Motors has termed EREV, translated as "extended-range electric vehicle."

Video: 2011 Chevrolet Volt highlights from Consumer Reports track 2010

The Chevrolet Volt is one of the most-hyped cars expected to debut this year, with all-new drivetrain technology that General Motors has termed EREV, translated as "extended-range electric vehicle."

Video: 2011 Chevrolet Volt highlights from Consumer Reports track 2010

This is where what is starting to be called the EREV (extended range electric vehicle) comes in.

MSDN Blogs 2009

Ironically, the same graphic implied that the "EREV" like the Volt was barely adequate for "Highway cycle" and insufficient for "Hiway"

Autoblog Green 2009

Ironically, the same graphic implied that the "EREV" like the Volt was barely adequate for "Highway cycle" and insufficient for "Hiway"

Autoblog Green 2009

Look, you're driving a high tech "EREV" ... ooooh!

Autoblog Green 2009

The Ohio State University vehicle is an EREV powered by a 1.85 liter engine fueled by E85 ethanol, with lithium ion battery technology and plug-in capability.

300% More Efficient Saturn VUE Wins EcoCAR Challenge | Inhabitat 2009

Students were able to use whatever resources they desired, and approaches varied from turning the Saturn VUE into extended range electric vehicles (EREV), to fuel-cell powerhouses.

300% More Efficient Saturn VUE Wins EcoCAR Challenge | Inhabitat 2009

An EREV is a type of plug-in hybrid that relies more heavily on the electric motor and uses its gasoline engine to supply power to the electric motor.

When it comes to electric cars, one size does not fit all 2010