Electric Electric Car WorkshopCar Workshop

Presented by: Jason Carter

Chi Ni

Sandra Frazier

PurposeGiven a descriptive list of available and soon-to-

be available electric cars in the U.S., salespersons will choose to help consumers determine which, if any, of the available cars are best suited to their lifestyles and/or needs.

Learning ObjectivesDescribe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car PurchasesSummary

Describe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car PurchasesSummary

Electric Car DefinedAutomobile propelled

by electric motor(s)Using electrical energy

stored in batteriesRechargeable by

common household electricity

http://www.hybridcars.com/electric-car

ComparisonPlug-in hybrid car similar to

conventional hybrid vehicle—both use gasoline engine as well as an electric motor

Larger battery packs recharged by connecting to common household electricity

Driven for long distances without using gasoline

HTTP://WWW.HYBRIDCARS.COM/PLUG-IN-HYBRID-CARS

Uses two or more distinct power sources to move the vehicle

Referred as hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), which combine an internal combustion engine and one or more electric motors

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hybrid_cars

HistoryFirst popular in late-19th century

and early 20th centuryDecline due to advances in

internal combustion engine technology and mass production of cheaper gasoline

Renewed interest in mid 2000s due to rapidly increasing oil prices and the need to curb greenhouse gas emissions

Short-lived interest in the 1970s and 80s energy crises (wikipedia)

http://www.electricauto.org/?page=EVHistory

German electric car, 1904, with the chauffeur on top

Thomas Edison and an electric car in 1913

Types of Electric CarsNissan Leaf MiEV IWheego LifeSmart Electric DriveCoda SedanThink CityFord Focus ElectricPhoenix MotorCars SUVTesla Roadster 2.5

The REVAi/G-Wiz i electric car charging from an on-street station in London

Electric Cars Available in U.S.

http://www.electricauto.org/?page=EVForSale

Nissan Leaf

MiEV i

Wheego Life

Smart Electric Drive

Coda Sedan

Think City

Ford Focus Electric

Tesla roadster 2.5

Comparison with Gasoline VehiclesPotential benefitsZero tailpipe emissionsLess dependence on imported

oilCost-effective battery

technologyLow maintenance costsGovernment supporting policies

and economic incentivesSmoother acceleration and

brakingMore efficient in converting

stored energyEmergency backup supply

during blackouts

Hurdles & limitationsMore expensiveShorter travel range and

longer refueling time Lack of recharging

infrastructureBattery range anxietyBigger weight and bulkLess interior spaceLess roadway noise;

(wikipedia)

Case StudyWork in GroupsRead InstructionsReflect on Outcome

Learning ObjectivesDescribe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car PurchasesSummary

Describe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car PurchasesSummary

Charging LevelsLevel 1:

Uses 120-volt, single-phase outlet for a three-prong grounded plug for US Takes between 8 to 14 hours to fully charge a vehicle

Level 2: Increases charge power by 5x Decreases the typical full charge time down to 4-8 hours Disadvantage managing heat produced in battery through charging

processLevel 3:

Fast Charging, requires very high levels of voltage and current Big advantage is speed Some charge in 15 minutes, depends on the battery type and chemistry Perfect for: fleets; traveling cross-country; and emergency charging

Chargers, Connectors, and Methods Oh My!Terminology can be confusing, use caution

when educating the customerKnow difference between:

Chargers Connectors Standard methods for charging EVs

Charger DefinedConverts AC power supply to DC and uses it to

charge the vehicle batteries.Many modern plug-ins have their own on-board

charger Discrete unit or electronics can be integrated

into the drivetrain or another component Exist off the vehicle, as in the case of DC quick

chargers

http://www.pluginamerica.org/

There’s an App for ThatAdvise the customer to use the following

Location Apps: Darwin 3D EV Charger Find

$0 cost Ecotality Blink App

$0 cost Recargo App

$0 cost

http://www.pluginamerica.org/accessory-tracker?type=Software&level=All&nrtl=All

EV BenefitsFederal IncentivesState IncentivesEnvironmental Customer

EmissionsDo not come from tailpipeZero-emission vehiclesProduced from electric power plantsLower for electricity generated from power plants

than from engines running on gasoline or dieselIf electricity is generated from nonpolluting,

renewable sources, there are no emissions.

http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/vehicles/electric_benefits.html

Fuel Economy BenefitsNo liquid fuelsFuel economy of all-electric vehicles is usually

expressed as kilowatt hours per 100 miles (kWh/100 mi).

Typical electric vehicle gets 32 kWh/100 mi in the city and 36 kWh/100 mi on the highway.

http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/vehicles/electric_benefits.html

Fuel CostsLess expensive to run than gasoline and diesel

vehiclesEVs only run on electricityTypical electric vehicle costs $0.02 to $0.04

per mile for fuel (based on average U.S. electricity price)

http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/vehicles/electric_benefits.html

MaintenanceRequire less maintenance than conventional

vehicles because: Battery, motor, and associated electronics

require no regular maintenance There are no fluids to change aside from

brake fluid Brake wear is significantly reduced due to

regenerative braking There are far fewer moving parts compared to

a conventional gasoline engine

http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/vehicles/electric_maintenance.html

Case StudyWork in GroupsRead InstructionsReflect on Outcome

Learning ObjectivesDescribe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car PurchasesSummary

Describe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car PurchasesSummary

What’s My Drive? Lifestyles/TrendsFamily Car

Small Family Big Family First-time Buyer

Play Car Off Roader Sun Lover Fun to Drive

Work Car Commuter Hard Worker The Boss

Eco-friendly Car Extended-range Electric

Vehicle

Let’s Make a MatchSedansHatchbacksSUVsMinivansFull-size VansStation WagonsLuxury Sedans

CrossoversCoupesConvertiblesSportsPickupsUltra expensive

Selling Electric CarsNissan Leaf MiEV IWheego LifeSmart Electric DriveCoda Sedan

Think CityFord Focus ElectricPhoenix MotorCars SUVTesla Roadster 2.5

Role-Play ~ Electric Car PurchasesFamily Car

Small Family Big Family First-time Buyer

Play Car Off Roader Sun Lover Fun to Drive

Work Car Commuter Hard Worker The Boss

Eco-friendly Car Extended-range Electric

Vehicle

Learning ObjectivesDescribe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car PurchasesSummary

Describe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car PurchasesSummary

Workshop Summary OverviewYou should now be able to:Describe Electric CarsIdentify Future of Electric CarsAssist Customers with Electric Car Purchases

Putting It All Together Role-PlayYou will assist customers in their electric car

purchasesPair upRead the scenarioChoose to be customer/salespersonWrite a one-minute reflection on your experience

Thank You for Attending!