What are the main types of electric motors used in vehicles?

Main EV motor types are: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM) using rare-earth magnets for high efficiency and power density, AC Induction Motors without permanent magnets (lower cost, more robust, used by Tesla), and Synchronous Reluctance Motors (SynRM) offering magnet-free operation. Selection depends on performance requirements, efficiency targets, material costs, and operating characteristics. Most EVs use PMSM for primary drive due to efficiency.