Overview of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Abstract: Plug-in electric vehicles play a vital role in the extended range and potential for refueling of conventional hybrids. PHEV can be a good option, provides a backup of a fuel engine for longer runs. The hybrid vehicles are the combinations of internal combustion engine and electric motors that use energy stored in batteries.

Keywords: Plug-in HEV, Battery, Charge depletion, SoC, Internal combustion engine, Energy storage system.