Electric Vehicles

Zero CO₂ emissions and zero pollution

More efficient, smart and environmentally friendly, electric vehicles are a mobility game changer.

Unlike conventional cars, electric vehicles do not emit greenhouse gases or gases harmful to human health. So, by choosing an electric vehicle, you contribute to reduced pollution and a healthier society. 

How does a 100% electric vehicle work? 

After being connected to a charging station or an outlet, these vehicles store energy in the batteries, which will then be used by the electric motor (or motors).  

The charging time depends on its storage capacity, the power the electric vehicle can receive, and the power made available by the gas station. The range of the car depends on the capacity of the batteries, the engine power, and the driving style. 

What electric vehicles exist? 

Electric vehicle (battery-powered) 

It uses one or more electric motors to move. They are powered by energy stored in batteries, which can be charged through an external charging point or through regenerative braking. As a rule, the batteries used in this type of vehicle have a higher capacity than those in hybrid electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. 

Hybrid Electric Vehicle 

It combines a combustion engine with an electric propulsion system. The presence of the electric system aims to achieve fuel savings compared to a vehicle containing only an internal combustion engine. The batteries are charged through regenerative braking or the traditional engine. They run on fossil fuels.  

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle 

The battery can be recharged through an outdoor charging point. It has the functionality to recharge the batteries using the methods used in hybrid electric vehicles. The possibility of charging the battery through an external charging point allows these vehicles to be used without fossil fuels, but with a very limited electric range. 

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Mobilidade
Uma forma inovadora, simples, sem emissões e económica de se deslocar

Muitos são os benefícios proporcionados pela utilização de um carro elétrico.

Saiba mais sobre as suas vantagens abaixo.

Advantages
Innovative Experience

A 100% electric vehicle is silent and has no gearbox or clutch, making it easier and more comfortable to drive. This type of car also has greater acceleration capacity, since the maximum power of the engine is available at start-up.

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Advantages
Lower usage and maintenance costs

Lower energy cost per distance traveled, consuming about 15 kWh per 100 km (~2.5€ in a plug) - less than 50% of the equivalent of diesel and gasoline. This consumption, as well as autonomy, varies depending on the vehicle used, driving style, temperature, among others.

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Vantagens
Greener

The environmental footprint of electric cars is one of their main features, as they have zero CO₂ emissions in use.

Advantages
Convenience

You can charge your car wherever it is most convenient for you. Whether at the office while working in the supermarket parking lot, at a charging station on the public road, or even in the comfort of your own home.

Advantages
Financial Incentives

There are currently government incentives for the purchase of electric vehicles:

  • a) An incentive of €2,250 for the purchase of the first thousand electric vehicles (State Budget 2019);

  • b) For plug-in hybrid vehicles with an electric range of 25 km or more, there is a 75% reduction in the amount payable for vehicle tax;

  • c) For 100% electric cars, the buyer is exempt from vehicle tax and single circulation tax;

  • d) Discounted parking fees in many cities; e) Companies also benefit from autonomous taxation exemption and VAT deduction.

Electric Vehicle Charging

  1. Home: charge your car in the comfort of your home.

    Work: take advantage of the time you spend working to charge your vehicle.

    Public highway: you can also charge your vehicle at the charging points on the public highway.

    Others: there are many establishments such as restaurants, hotels and shopping centres that offer the possibility of charging your electric vehicle.

  2. Home/Work/Others (Residential condominiums, car parks, private spaces)

    For charging to a conventional outlet, a cable supplied by the electric vehicle manufacturer is normally used. Normally, the power for this type of charging is 2.3kW. This means that it takes about six hours to load 100 kilometres of autonomy.
    In the case of wallboxes - a household charging point -, the cable can be supplied by the electric vehicle manufacturer or be integrated into the wallbox. The power for this type of charging can vary between 3.7kW and 22kW. In these household charging points it takes between 45 minutes and four hours to make a charge equivalent to 100 kilometres of autonomy.

    » Sockets:

    Schuko (installation)

    Mennekes (wallbox/EV)

     

    Public highway

    There are two types of charging points: normal and fast.

    Usually, normal charging points provide Mennekes sockets and power for charging between 3.7kW and 22kW. In these, alternating current is used and this takes between 45 minutes and four hours to carry out a charge equivalent to 100 kilometres of autonomy.
    In the case of quick charging points, characterized by charging capacities higher than 22 kW, the charging can be carried out using alternating or direct current. In this case, CHAdeMO or CCS type sockets are used which always have an integrated charging cable. Depending on the type of battery and electric vehicle, a charge equivalent to 100 kilometres of autonomy takes about 20 minutes to complete.

    » Sockets:

    CHAdeMO

    CCS (COMBO)

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