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electric vehicle
A vehicle that is powered by one or more electric motors and gets its energy from a battery.
Die Reichweite ist für viele Käufer eines Elektrofahrzeugs ein entscheidendes Kriterium.
The range is a decisive criterion for many buyers of an electric vehicle.
This word consists of the shortened form 'Elektro-' (from elektrisch, electric) and 'das Fahrzeug' (vehicle). The prefix 'Elektro-' is often used for devices and vehicles that are powered by electricity.
Die Regierung fördert den Kauf von Elektrofahrzeugen mit einer Prämie.
The government is supporting the purchase of electric vehicles with a subsidy.
In everyday language and in the press, the abbreviation 'E-Fahrzeug' (EV / electric vehicle) is often used. This form is shorter and very common.
Wie viele E-Fahrzeuge sind aktuell in Deutschland zugelassen?
How many electric vehicles are currently registered in Germany?
In the context of electric vehicles, certain nouns and verbs are very common. These include 'die Reichweite' (range), 'die Batterie' (battery), 'die Ladestation' (charging station), and the verb 'laden' (to charge).
Bevor wir losfahren, muss ich die Batterie des Elektrofahrzeugs aufladen.
Before we set off, I have to charge the battery of the electric vehicle.
electric car
'Elektroauto' and 'Elektrofahrzeug' both mean a vehicle with an electric motor and a battery. 'Elektroauto' is more specific: it refers to a car. 'Elektrofahrzeug' is more general and can also mean other vehicles with electric drive. The words are easy to confuse because every 'Elektroauto' is also an 'Elektrofahrzeug'. But not every 'Elektrofahrzeug' is automatically a car. In everyday language, people usually say 'Elektroauto' for a private car. In general texts or when talking about different types of vehicles, 'Elektrofahrzeug' fits better.
Die Firma testet mehrere Elektrofahrzeuge für kurze Wege in der Stadt.
The company is testing several electric vehicles for short trips in the city.
In der Pause erzählte Paul, dass sein neues Elektroauto im Winter weniger Strom braucht als erwartet.
During the break, Paul said that his new electric car uses less electricity in winter than expected.