Whois & Analysis for motorauthority.com

A sport utility vehicle or suburban utility vehicle (SUV) is a vehicle classified as a light truck, but operated as a family vehicle.

They are similar to a large station wagon or estate car, usually equipped with four-wheel drive for on- or off-road ability.

Some SUVs include the towing capacity of a pickup truck with the passenger-carrying space of a minivan or large sedan.

A sports car (or sportscar) is a small, usually two seater, two door automobile designed for spirited performance and nimble handling.

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the first known use of the term was in 1928.

A battery electric vehicle (BEV), battery-only electric vehicle (BOEV) or all-electric vehicle is a type of electric vehicle (EV) that uses chemical energy stored in rechargeable battery packs.

BEVs use electric motors and motor controllers instead of internal combustion engines (ICEs) for propulsion.

They derive all power from battery packs and thus have no internal combustion engine, fuel cell, or fuel tank.

BEVs include bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rail cars, watercraft, forklifts, buses, trucks and cars.

Luxury vehicle is a marketing term for a vehicle that provides luxury — pleasant or desirable features beyond strict necessity — at increased expense (see luxury goods).

Muscle car is an American term used to refer to a variety of high-performance automobiles.

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines muscle cars as "any of a group of American-made 2-door sports cars with powerful engines designed for high-performance driving." A large V8 engine is fitted in a 2-door, rear wheel drive, family-style compact, mid-size or full-size car designed for four or more passengers.

Sold at an affordable price, muscle cars are intended for street use and occasional drag racing.

They are distinct from two-seat sports cars and expensive 2+2 GTs intended for high-speed touring and road racing.