This SAE Information Report contains definitions for electric vehicle terminology. It is intended that this document be a resource for those writing other electric vehicle documents, specifications, standards, or recommended practices. Hybrid electric vehicle terminology will be covered in future revisions of this document or as a separate document.
SAE J1715-2000 history
2022SAE J1715-2022 Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV) Terminology