7 stories tagged range-extender on EV Digest.
Automotive supplier Mahle has developed an innovative range extender designed to significantly boost the utility of electric trucks. This all-in-one system can fit within the footprint of a standard battery module, potentially extending an EV truck's range to approximately 500 miles on a single fill.
Mahle, an automotive supplier, has introduced an innovative range-extended electric vehicle (EREV) system designed to overcome the payload and range limitations of battery-electric heavy trucks. This new solution integrates a compact electric motor with a small internal combustion engine, allowing it to generate electricity for longer journeys without compromising cargo capacity.
Horse Powertrain has revealed a new range-extended EV (EREV) system, the D20 Methanol, which pairs an axial-flux electric motor with a methanol-burning engine. This innovative powertrain offers a potentially cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels for extending EV range, particularly in regions with abundant methanol production like China.
Automotive supplier MAHLE has developed an innovative range extender system for heavy-duty electric trucks, allowing for a smaller battery footprint. This system pairs a compact combustion engine with a generator, designed to replace approximately one-third of a truck's battery capacity. Additionally, MAHLE introduced a new electric motor that operates without the need for rare earth materials, addressing critical supply chain and environmental concerns.
Volkswagen engineers explored equipping the all-electric ID. Buzz minivan with a range-extending gasoline engine. This setup, similar to a series hybrid or EREV, would have used the engine solely to generate electricity for the motors, offering drivers an alternative to pure BEV operation.
Horse Powertrains has unveiled a novel methanol-fueled range extender engine designed to charge EV batteries. This compact D20 Methanol engine uses axial-flux motors, offering a potential solution for electric vehicles needing extended range without relying solely on large battery packs. Such a system combines the benefits of electric drive with the quick refueling capabilities of liquid fuel.
Horse Powertrain, a subsidiary of the Renault Group, has introduced a new D20 range extender designed for commercial electric vehicles. This innovative system utilizes a methanol-fueled generator to produce electricity on demand, significantly extending the operational range of BEVs without relying on traditional gasoline.
