Guide
EV Glossary
Understand the EV terms that appear across electric vehicle news, reviews and market analysis.
Battery and range
kWh, usable capacity, LFP, NMC, degradation, WLTP, EPA and real-world range are core terms for EV comparisons.
Range should be read alongside weather, speed, tires, battery temperature and state of charge.
Charging terms
AC charging, DC fast charging, kW, kWh, charging curve, roaming, NACS and CCS all shape the charging experience.
Peak charging power is not the whole story; how long a vehicle sustains higher power is what changes total charging time.
Market and software
OTA updates, efficiency, vehicle platform, fleet demand and price parity are common terms in EV market coverage.