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What makes an electric car so fast?

The most impressive thing about an EV is its speed and acceleration. What makes an electric car so fast?

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Chanice Boyd · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Agreed! The electric car’s ability to deliver maximum torque is the primary reason why they’re so fast. The electric motor’s quick responses give EVs this speed advantage. A gas engine cannot produce this speed because of its gearing.
Auto giants like
Tesla
intend on making them go even faster. Teslas will gain longer ranges and more power with more cells added to their supercharged batteries. You can expect to see other electric car automakers follow in their footsteps.
Electric cars are also relatively swift when accelerating, with the average EV going from zero to 60mph in less than 5.0 seconds.
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