Some More Proof That EVs Can Benefit From Transmissions

CleanTechnica
By Jennifer SensibaMar 18, 2025, 11:57 pm232 ptsTrendingTop
For years, I’ve been arguing with EV enthusiasts about transmissions. While EV manufacturers can get away with just one gear ratio, the benefits of extra gears are obvious to people familiar with automotive technology. Torque multiplication at low speeds can help with towing, pulling up hills, and just…

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