Good question. Because electric cars are powered by a rechargeable battery rather than an internal combustion engine, each of those batteries have a predetermined range based on the battery’s capacity.
The EPA range estimate or range rating of an electric car is kind of like the mileage rating on a gas-powered or hybrid car. It’s a number that helps potential buyers calculate how often they will need to refuel based on how much and where they drive.
As far as what the EPA stands for, the EPA is the Environmental Protection Agency. All cars sold in the U.S. must meet certain emissions standards. In addition to making emissions standards for gas-powered cars, zero-emission vehicles like electric cars also receive a fuel economy or range rating from the EPA.
You can compare range ratings on electric cars at fueleconomy.gov
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