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Volkswagen intends sales of 150K e-cars by 2020; 100K ID, ID SUV; >1M in 2025; more on MEB

Green Car Congress

The single-speed gearbox transfers the power from the motor to the rear axle. The motor, power electronics and gearbox form a single, compact unit. The electric motor of the ID concept car showcased at the 2016 Paris Auto Show had a power output of 168 hp. Expansion of the charging infrastructure is of utmost importance.

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Q&A with CharIN North America President: It’s all about interoperability

Charged EVs

Without connectivity, you cannot really integrate transportation with the power grid. And that’s how IoTecha was born in 2016. Electrify America supports Plug & Charge, and vehicles such as the Lucid Air, Porsche Taycan and Ford Mach-E were tested with full interoperability of Plug & Charge. It’s a must.