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How many motors are in an electric car?

I have been looking into buying my first electric car, and I want to understand more about the mechanics behind them. How many motors are there in an electric car?

Allison Stone · Updated on May 10, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

Buying a new car

is an exciting process, and good on you for deciding to do some research first before you commit.

On most

, there will be just one electric motor found on either the rear or front axle, depending on whether the car is rear-wheel or front-wheel drive. On an all-wheel drive electric car, there will be two motors—one for each axle.

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