Charged EVs | GKN Automotive unveils off-the-shelf electric drive unit concept

GKN Automotive has unveiled a brand new plug-and-play eDrive idea aimed on the area of interest EV and EV conversion markets. GKN will use the idea to check market urge for food for a brand new eDrive that’s appropriate for varied functions, together with small to giant automobiles and lightweight business automobiles in sequence manufacturing.

The primary business merchandise primarily based on the idea may very well be obtainable as early as 2025.

Potential clients have a alternative of three techniques: a 113 kW 2-in-1 mixture system (motor and transmission); or a totally built-in 3-in-1 system comprising an electrical machine, transmission and inverter, with a alternative of 113 kW or 185 kW output.

“We have now spent the final 20 years producing main eDrive applied sciences for international automobile producers, enabling them to drive the electrical revolution,” stated Dirk Kesselgruber, Chief Know-how Officer. “Based mostly intently on our current expertise, our new eCrate idea will deliver this expertise to much more clients on the lookout for high-quality and cost-effective electrical drive items in a plug-and-play format.”

Supply: GKN Automotive