Like other electric and hybrid-electric vehicles, BEVs minimize wasted energy by turning the car off when stopped (“ idle-off ”) and by charging the battery when braking (“ regenerative braking ”). Electric motors are also inherently more energy-efficient than gasoline or diesel engines. ELECTRIC CARS Battery electric cars run entirely on electricity and can be significantly cleaner than gas-powered vehicles. Battery electric cars have the added benefit of home recharging. A 240-volt outlet, similar to those used for clothes dryers, can charge a vehicle overnight. Fully-charged, most battery electric cars have a driving range of between 70 to 100 miles, well within the day-to-day range requirements of most Americans, though some BEVs can go up to 265 miles on a single charge. An increasing number of public and workplace charging stations provide added charging capacity. More subjectively, many drivers appreciate the driving experience provided by all-electric ca