Electric cars are vehicles powered entirely by electricity stored in rechargeable batteries. They do not rely on gasoline or emit tailpipe emissions, making them more environmentally friendly.
Imagine electric cars as smartphones that only need to be charged with a power bank instead of relying on a constant supply of disposable batteries. Just like how you charge your phone overnight for a full day's use, electric car owners charge their vehicles overnight for a full day's worth of driving.
Battery Range: The distance an electric car can travel on a single charge before needing to be recharged.
Charging Stations: Locations where electric car owners can plug in their vehicles to recharge the batteries.
Range Anxiety: The fear or concern about running out of battery power while driving an electric car due to limited charging infrastructure.
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