ZEVs Available in California

ZEVs are a key element of California's plan for reducing air pollution caused by automobiles. ARB is committed to the successful introduction of ZEVs and is taking steps to ensure the market is ready.

Electric Vehicles Currently Available in California

Zero-Emission Vehicles

Battery Technology

Driving Range (miles)

Gen II GM EV1

Advanced Lead
Acid

70-90

Gen II GM EV1

Nickel-metal
Hydride

125-150

Chevrolet S-10

Nickel-metal
Hydride

50 - 70

Honda EV PLUS
(not available)

Nickel-metal
Hydride

880 - 100

Ford Ranger

Nickel-metal
Hydride

60 - 80

Toyota RAV4

Nickel-metal
Hydride

80-100

Nissan Altra EV

Lithium Ion

80 -100

Chrysler EPIC

Nickel-metal
Hydride

70 - 80

This page updated January 31, 2000.

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