Utah Transportation Electrification
Welcome to Electric Vehicle Insights
Explore data and trends in electric vehicle adoption
EV Basics
What is an Electric Vehicle (EV)?
An electric vehicle (EV) is a type of vehicle that uses one or more electric motors for propulsion, powered by electricity stored in batteries. Unlike traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles that run on gasoline or diesel, EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions, making them more environmentally friendly.
Benefits of Electric Vehicles
EVs offer numerous benefits, including lower operating costs due to reduced fuel and maintenance expenses, improved energy efficiency, and a smaller carbon footprint. They also provide a quieter and smoother driving experience compared to traditional vehicles.
Electric Vehicle Statistics
Challenges We Face
Charging Infrastructure
One of the main challenges to widespread EV adoption is the need for a robust and accessible charging infrastructure. This includes public charging stations, workplace chargers, and home charging solutions. Expanding the charging network is essential to alleviate range anxiety and support long-distance travel.
Battery Technology
Advances in battery technology are crucial for improving the range, charging speed, and viability of EVs. Research and development efforts are focused on increasing energy density, reducing costs, and enhancing the sustainability of battery materials.
What ASPIRE's doing to help
Strategic Electrification Planning
ASPIRE is actively involved in strategic planning to identify sectors and use cases where electrification is both feasible and cost-effective. This includes defining actionable steps to enable and accelerate the realization of electrification benefits.
Charging Infrastructure Design
ASPIRE focuses on the design and evaluation of charging infrastructure, determining where and when to deploy capacity, and ensuring compatibility with various vehicle types. This includes assessing power and energy demand, capital and operational costs, and user savings.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Internal Combustion Engine Comparison
EV Parts Interactive Diagram
Charger
Controller
Thermal System
Traction Battery Pack
Transmission
Motor
Power Inverter
Electric Vehicles have some key components that power their benefits.
Click on a part to learn more.