What do you call a car that is not an electric car?

Internal combustion engine car or ICE. Alternatively, just car or automobile, as the generic name still presumes internal combustion. read more

There are multiple names, but commonly termed Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicle. This would be true of both petrol and diesel engines. Whereas a car with an electric motor is called an Electric (EV) vehicle, or Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV.) But, of course, there are also steam engines, gas turbines, and a couple of others out there. read more

Electric Cars: Electric cars can run without using any gasoline at all. Instead of filling the cars with fuel, you recharge these cars by plugging in to an electrical outlet (sometimes they’re also called “plug-in electric cars” or “cars with cords”). Some electric cars, like the Chevrolet Volt, have both a gasoline engine and a charging cord. read more

An electric car carrying solar panels to power it is a solar car, and an electric car powered by a gasoline generator is a form of hybrid car. Thus, an electric car that derives its power from an on-board battery pack is a form of battery electric vehicle (BEV). Most often, the term "electric car" is used to refer to battery electric vehicles. read more