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Alternatives to permanent magnet motors in EV traction applications

Charged EVs

In my very first article for Charged over 10 years ago, I opined that the Switched Reluctance Motor , or SRM, would eventually come to dominate the EV traction market, if for no other reason than the fact that it is almost as cheap as dirt to manufacture.

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A closer look at axial flux motors

Charged EVs

In Issue 49, we reviewed some of the more promising advancements in materials and construction techniques for EV traction motors , one of which—the axial flux design—will be the focus of this article. What really changed the situation for axial flux motors were advancements in both permanent magnets and composite materials.

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Cheap, Easy, and Underutilized Online Communication for Nonprofits

Green Car Congress

The EV is driven by an electric motor integrated in the front engine compartment with a maximum power output of 85 kW (115 PS, 112 hp) and a continuous power output of 50 kW (69 PS, 67 hp), with 270 N·m (199 lb-ft) torque, powered by a 26.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.

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China’s Tesla Model 3 Performance fighter arrives in Australia: AWD BYD Seal preps for launch in Sydney

EV Central

While either model is rapid – the 230kW RWD will clip 100km/h in just 5.9s – it’s the AWD version that will steal the headlines, with its 390kW dual-motor setup capable of knocking off the sprint to 100km/h in just 3.8 BYD says the RWD model will deliver 570kms on the WLTP cycle, while the AWD trims that slightly to 520kms.

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Look out Tesla Model Y? 2024 BYD Seal U electric SUV appears as Australian launch looms

EV Central

READ MORE: India’s Mahindra plans Aussie electric vehicle assault with batteries from China’s BYD READ MORE: There is one cheap Chinese electric vehicle that’s not quite there yet…. Full details are still en route, but the Seal U is setup for DC fast charging, and will arrive with V2L (vehicle-to-load) capability.

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2024 Subaru Solterra review: Can this electric SUV tackle the Tesla Model Y with some bush bashing nous?

EV Central

As well a different grille the Solterra has one other big point of difference from the bZ4X: it’s only available as a dual-motor all-wheel drive, whereas many rivals (including the bZ4X) also offer two-wheel drive versions. Charging can be done at up to 150kW at a DC outlet for a 0-80 percent charge in about half an hour.

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Troubled Volkswagen ID.3 upgrades ahead of Aussie launch

EV Central

The update pays particular attention to the cheap and plasticky interior and glitchy software of the original ID.3 drag coefficient (Cd) courtesy of radiator shutters that open only when the electric motor needs cooling. drag coefficient (Cd) courtesy of radiator shutters that open only when the electric motor needs cooling.