Common Energy Sources:
* Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Vehicles: These vehicles use chemical energy stored in fuels like gasoline or diesel. This energy is released through combustion, creating hot expanding gases that turn a crankshaft and ultimately power the wheels.
* Electric Vehicles (EVs): EVs use electrical energy stored in batteries. This energy is converted into mechanical energy to power the electric motors that drive the wheels.
* Hybrid Vehicles: These combine the benefits of both ICE and electric power. They can use both chemical and electrical energy, depending on the driving situation.
Less Common Energy Sources:
* Hydrogen Fuel Cells: These vehicles use chemical energy stored in hydrogen gas. The hydrogen reacts with oxygen, producing electricity to power an electric motor.
* Solar-powered Vehicles: These vehicles use solar energy captured by solar panels to charge batteries, which then power electric motors.
* Biofuel Vehicles: These vehicles can use chemical energy from renewable sources like ethanol or biodiesel.
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