A Detailed Motor Selection for Electric Vehicle Traction System

Electric vehicle is the upcoming buzz word in the coming decade. The main component driving the vehicle is motor and its driving mechanism, that efficiently utilises the power stored in the batteries. Industrially, variety of electric motors is available to be used in traction system. Along with selection of motor, proper choice of motor drive mechanism is essential for design and operation of electric vehicle. In this paper, a detailed review of various electric motors available will be judged for its suitability for vehicle applications. Also, it is essential for the traction system to access various drive mechanism for efficient operation of electric vehicle.