Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Aptera, self-proclaimed builder of the world's most efficient passenger vehicle, is partnering with Elaphe Propulsion to bring in-wheel motor technology to its 1,000-mile electric two-seater.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Elio Motors has selected Comau Inc., a global leader in the development and implementation of engineering solutions for sustainable automation and production, as its automation partner to build its three-wheel, high efficiency vehicle. —Paul Elio, Founder and CEO Elio Motors.

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Motor Motors Motoring Vehicles 291

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2017

SONDORS Electric Car Company unveiled its three seat, three wheel, all electric vehicle at the 2017 LA Auto Show. The central rear wheel of the demo vehicle at the show is powered by a ProteanDRIVE PD18 in-wheel motor. Battery pack options deliver 75-, 150-, and 200-mile range.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 12, 2021

Aptera Motors’ says that most drivers will never need to charge its three-wheeled, solar-powered car—offering a driving range of up to 1,000 miles—and that it will be “the most efficient vehicle ever made available to consumers.”

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2010

Remy International will supply HVH250 electric motors ( earlier post ) for Aptera Motors’s Aptera 2e electric vehicle. Remy is already supplying a High Voltage Hairpin (HVH) electric motor for Aptera’s entry in the Progressive Insurance Automotive X Prize, where the 2e has successfully reached fourth phase of competition.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

The FCV features a cruising range of more than 700 km (435 miles) on the JC08 mode. In combination with the 6-speed manual transmission, the Civic Type R development car set the world lap time record for a mass-production front-wheel drive vehicles at the Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany.

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Honda Hybrid Motors Motoring 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2011

Aptera Motors, the developer of an all-electric, three-wheeled lightweight aerodynamic vehicle ( earlier post ) is shutting down. The Aptera formula: aerodynamics plus light weight design (through composites) delivered efficiency of 206 EPA miles per gallon in tests at Argonne National Labs.

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Aptera Motor Motors Motoring 239

Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2019

At the Geneva International Motor Show, Volkswagen is showcasing two concept electric scooters to address the need for micromobility solutions: the compact Cityskater, a production-ready surfer for the last mile of a journey, and a larger e-scooter, the Streetmate. Cityskater – Electric mobility for the last mile.

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Lithium Ion Electric Electrical Miles 207

All Cars Electric

DECEMBER 20, 2010

With the focus naturally going towards some of the big electric car launches we've had this year or established players like Tesla Motors, it's all too easy to forget that there are a wealth of smaller companies out there producing their own, unique take on electric transport. One such company is Green Vehicles of Salinas, California.

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Triac Three Wheeled Electric Cars Miles 78

Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2017

Built with an aluminum alloy frame, a polycarbonate cover and an innovative, one-gesture folding system that makes it light and easy to transport when not in use, the Transboard offers users best-in-class driving stability and performance with its 3-wheel self-balancing system, L-Double Link suspension and a 500 Watt BLDC HUB Motor.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 27, 2021

The key component of the three-wheeled Concept DYNAMIC CARGO is the front main frame, which is connected to the rear section via a pivot axle and tilts in corners. They offer flexible usability, zero local emissions and the ability to get city dwellers to their destination extremely quickly over short “last-mile” urban journeys.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Aptera claims to have raised enough money in a recent crowdfunding campaign to start production of its solar-assisted three-wheeled EV, but the company is still far from assured of success. Elio was once valued at $1 billion, but never got its original gasoline three-wheeler into production. billion in potential revenue.

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Electric Auto Association

JUNE 2, 2022

3-wheeled EVs $500 and it works? A very inexpensive three-wheeled EV is coming onto the market from Alibaba in China with positive reviews. GM Trick heating GM’s new electric vehicle (EV) heat pump captures warmth generated from the motor and battery, and even from individuals inside the vehicle.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2019

The rebooted Aptera Motors has teamed with Elaphe Propulsion Technologies on a long-range, volume production electric vehicle powered by in-wheel motors. In May, Elaphe announced it will begin low-volume series manufacturing of the world’s highest performance direct drive, gearless in-wheel powertrain system, the L1500.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

and Toyota Motor Corporation will trial a car-sharing service in central Tokyo using the Toyota “i-Road”, an ultra-compact three-wheeled electric vehicle. The i-Road all-electric powertrain uses a lithium-ion battery to power two 2 kW motors mounted in the front wheels, giving brisk acceleration and near-silent running.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2009

Marcelo da Luz and his Power of One solar car ( earlier post ), recently arrived in Los Angeles after traveling more than 12,500 miles. The Power of One solar car can travel more than 300 miles on a sunny day, go from 0 to 50 mph in six seconds and has a top speed of 75 mph. The three-wheel vehicle (two-front, one-rear) is 5.0

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

But whatever it’s called, these three-wheeled taxis have used their half-bike, half-wagon design to shuttle folks around cities for decades. For power, we’ve got a rear axle-mounted 1,000W motor supplied by a 48V battery. In India, it’s an auto rickshaw. But hey, the more merrier!

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Toyota Motor Corporation is expanding its “Toyota Concept-i” electric concept car into a series that embodies the future vision of a mobility society through which artificial intelligence (AI) enables cars to understand the driver, effectively allowing people and cars to become partners. These will be shown at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 6, 2009

kW motor and offers either a 72V, 165Ah lead-acid battery (base option) or a 72V, 140Ah Li-polymer battery. The lead-acid battery offers a range of 50-70 km (31-41 miles) on one charge; the Li-polymer battery offers a range of 100-110 km (62-68 miles). A direct-drive wheel motor is optional. Earlier post.).

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Electric Vehicles Manufacturer Lead Acid Golf Cart 170

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2010

Peugeot’s HYbrid4 technology uses a parallel architecture combining a diesel engine, electric motor, 6-speed electronically controlled manual gearbox (MCP) and a stop-start system. This environmental strategy followed by the Marque also applies to its two- and three-wheeled vehicles. Full Hybrid. L/100 km (118 mpg US).

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Electric Vehicles India

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Uday Narang, Founder and Chairman, Omega Seiki Mobility said “At Omega Seiki Mobility, we are dedicated to creating an ecosystem that reduces carbon footprint by shifting to sustainable last-mile logistics. We have a target of introducing 30,000+ EV cargo three wheels in the next two years.

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Green Cars News

DECEMBER 5, 2011

The Californian firm, known for its kooky three-wheel electric concept, had plans for a four-door saloon type car, that was projected to get in the equivalent 190 miles to the gallon. Electric car maker Aptera has had to close its doors for the final time after failing to secure investment. The company had hoped to [.].

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Aptera Three Wheeled Concept Miles 46

Green Car Congress

MAY 27, 2009

Much of the growth in transportation energy use is projected for the non-OECD nations, where rapidly expanding economies are expected to see strong growth in liquids consumption as transportation systems become motorized and rising per-capita incomes increase the demand for personal motor vehicle ownership. per year from 2006 to 2030.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 19, 2009

billion to produce advanced automotive batteries and their components, and up to $500 million to produce other components needed for electric vehicles, such as electric motors. All vehicles will be Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) compliant or have appropriate FMVSS exemptions. Transportation Electrification.

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Green Cars News

JULY 29, 2009

The three-wheel vehicle has sold more than two million units across five continents and Piaggio is hopeful that the new electric design can further its success. It has a range of 47 miles on one charge with a top speed of 31mph. It has a range of 47 miles on one charge with a top speed of 31mph.

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Lithium Ion Three Wheeled Electrical Electric 32

Blink Charging

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Whether you’re in the market for high-performance vehicles, budget-friendly options for newcomers to the EV scene, or even a unique three-wheeled model, there’s something to suit everyone’s needs. With a dual-motor setup, the Q6 e-tron is expected to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in under six seconds, as stated by Audi.

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Electric Vehicles India

MARCH 31, 2023

Mahindra is thrilled to announce that 22K vehicles have been rolled out of its Bangalore plant this year Mahindra’s last-mile maneuverability heralded a milestone in its career. Lets electrify the last mile!” A 48W 120A battery powers the E-Alfa Mini, and a 1000W brushless DC motor produces a maximum output of 1.56kW.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Despite having seen them around for years, they were models I had long assumed would be marginally better than the atrocious three-wheeled motorcycles offered by Harley-Davidson. Can-Am’s three-wheeled products turned out to be some of the best touring vehicles I’ve ever ridden sans air conditioning.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 12, 2024

million units), Hyundai Motor India ( 614,717 units), Tata Motors (582,915 units), Mahindra & Mahindra (459,877 units) and Toyota Kirloskar Motor (245,676 units). Mahindra (459,864 units, 18.24% UV share) takes second position and Hyundai Motor India (388,725 units, 15.42% UV share) is third.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 7, 2017

On 30 November, the European EU-LIVE consortium unveiled a new L5e-category (3-wheeled vehicles one can use at a speed above 50 km/h and on any road) electrified mobility solution. mph), after which it switches to its gasoline motor. The hybrid vehicle is permitted to all roads, with a maximum speed of 130 km/h (81 mph). meters x 0.85

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2012

Renault used the 82 nd International Geneva Motor Show as the stage for the first public appearance of the production version of ZOE, its mass-market electric vehicle priced starting from €15,700 (price in France with €5,000 tax incentive deducted) (US$20,600). ZOE has been homologated with an NEDC cycle range of 201 km (130 miles).

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Green Authority

JANUARY 31, 2023

Most Lectric riders are over 65 and may have health-related issues preventing them from riding a standard two-wheel bike. Compared to an e-bike, an electric tricycle is much more accessible and stable, with a lower step-through frame and three-wheel structure. reaching 60 miles on a single charge.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2010

In a press conference in Carlsbad, California, Aptera Motors unveiled the pre-production version of the electric three-wheel, 200+ mpg Aptera 2e along with 23 strategic suppliers , including GE; A123Systems for the Li-ion battery pack; Remy International for the drive motor ( earlier post ); and BorgWarner for the single ratio transaxle.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2013

Toyota unveiled the new i-ROAD three-wheeled electric personal mobility vehicle (PMV) concept at the Geneva motor show. Seating two in tandem and under cover, i-ROAD has a range of up to 30 miles (50km) on a single charge. i-ROAD concept showing Active Lean in action. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

FEBRUARY 23, 2010

Tesla Motors. Coda popped onto the electric-vehicle stage in June 2009 as an offshoot of Miles Electric Vehicles, a maker of electric light trucks in China. Tesla Motor. Tesla Motors. General Motors. D: Myers Motors’ NmG. is 50 mph and its nominal range is 50 miles; it retails for about $12,000.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 3, 2010

Due to its three-wheeled design, the GT3 is classified as a motorcycle. The two-passenger GT3 is driven by an AC induction motor powered by an 18 kWh lithium-polymer pack. Top speed is 70 mph (113 km/h) and the expected range per charge is 80-100 miles. The EV features a multi-link, dual-shock rear suspension.

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Three Wheeled Polymer Motorcycles MPH 186

Get Electric Vehicle

JUNE 2, 2021

For running an EV all it takes is a battery, motor and a managing system (In its most basic form). . The E-Flyer II has a range of 35 miles and can be recharged in about 2 hours. #2 Over a 21-mile ride, it can average 16.1 It charges in three hours and has a range of 20 miles despite its little size. In under 3.3

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