Hydro Electric Cars

Introduction

The emergence of Electric cars dates back to the introduction of automobile car when they were used by the people. However, in the initial phase of the race for dominance, the internal combustion engine (ICE) very quickly was able to capture the entire car market industry for the people. Though, it is a fact that the electric power train had a much superior quality in terms of the consumption of energy, but the battery was able to achieve success because of its high energy usage, much easier to handle and carries large volume of petroleum motor fuel. It is after 100 years, that a new demand for the electric cars is being generated these days. There is a chance that because of its cheap cost, it might be the leading choice for the people in the upcoming future. The existing cars are contributing a lot towards the overall pollution levels and the liking for the ICE is slowly decreasing. There is a need for the automobiles to get cleaner and steps must be taken to make them energy efficient. Therefore, all the issues related to Hydro Electric cars will be discussed in detail.

Discussion

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) is a type of hybrid-electric vehicle that can store and use electric energy from the grid to propel the vehicle. PHEV are an emerging technology that can help improve the sustainability of personal transportation. Some benefits to consumers of PHEV are a reduction in emissions, discounted utility rate structures. As an emerging technology, neither the negative or positive effects of PHEV are still fully understood. The main concerns over PHEV are possible increases in pollutants from increased usage of coal-fired power plants, and decreased fuel consumption. PHEV are one of many suggested new vehicle technologies. An increased peak load due to daytime and evening charging, uncertain infrastructure needs, and increases cost of electricity generation and maintenance, higher up-front costs, and uncertain payback periods. Charging behavior is an area of particular interest because it directly affects both the utility and the consumer. Controlled charging behavior benefits utilities in that it reduces daytime demand. Three main charging scenarios are being researched. First, allowing consumers to freely charge based upon the assumption that they will choose to charge as directed, solely at-home, or during off-peak periods, as described by a TOU rate structure. Second, allowing consumers to charge at both their home and place of work. Third, individuals charge wherever they can and as often as they can. Currently, all three options are of concern to the utility company as understanding charging behavior directly affects their demand (Anderson, 62).

While residential charging behavior is likely to be sufficient for PHEV, electric vehicles (EV), a second type of PEV, will require a higher number of locations to charge. However, charging infrastructure is expensive, and where to build it and who will pay for it are two questions that are being asked. This same problem occurred in the mid-1990s with the introduction of the EV1 ...