3 stories tagged ev-powertrain on EV Digest.
Unlike traditional internal combustion engine cars, the vast majority of battery-electric vehicles operate with only one forward gear. This design choice is primarily due to the unique power delivery and wide, flat torque curve of electric motors, which eliminate the need for multiple gears to optimize performance and efficiency across varying speeds.
Hyundai Mobis has commenced mass production of Power Electric (PE) systems at its new plant in Nováky, Slovakia, marking its first European site dedicated to these integrated electric drivetrain components. This strategic move aims to solidify the company's position as a key supplier for EV production across the continent.
British firm Protean Electric is set to introduce its innovative in-wheel motor technology to the mass market, with the high-performance Renault 5 Turbo 3E adopting the system. This marks a significant step for in-wheel motor implementation in standard production vehicles, overcoming long-standing engineering challenges like unsprung mass and thermal management. The electric hot hatch, expected in 2027, will showcase the potential of this compact and powerful EV powertrain solution.
