Automakers are betting on a different kind of electric car. Meet the EREV.
Automakers are increasingly investing in Extended-Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs), which use a gas engine as a generator to charge the battery. This technology aims to bridge the gap for consumers who want electric performance without the range anxiety associated with current charging infrastructure.
Why it matters
EREVs represent a strategic pivot in the automotive industry to address slow EV adoption rates and consumer concerns regarding long-distance travel.
The big new "it" engine is an EREV. Will it outperform the PHEV? Scout Motors/Hyundai Motors/Business Insider New EREVs are coming to the market. They're a new generation of electric vehicles that come with an onboard gas generator. EREVs get EV performance and gas-car range — but will customers get confused and priced out? The next popular EV might come with a gas engine . Several car brands, including Hyundai, Genesis, Ram, Jeep, Ford, and Volkswagen-backed Scout Motors, have announced plans to build extended-range electric vehicles, or EREVs, by the end of 2028. It's a growing industry bet. After years of lower-than-expected EV adoption , and as gas prices remain elevated , auto executives believe buyers want the experience of electric driving without having to depend on America's charging infrastructure for every long trip.
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