Here's a breakdown of the parts that keep an EV moving:
Electric Motor - Provides power to rotate the wheels. It can be DC/AC type, however, AC motors are more common.
Inverter - Converts the electric current in the form of Direct Current (DC) into Alternating Current (AC)
Drivetrain - EVs have a single-speed transmission which sends power from the motor to the wheels.
Batteries - Store the electricity required to run an EV. The higher the kW of the battery, the higher the range.
Charging - Plug into an outlet or EV charging point to charge your battery.