PSA designs electrified light vehicle as part of European EU LIVE consortium

The European EU-LIVE consortium has unveiled a new L5e-category1 electrified mobility solution.

Positioned between the two-wheel and four-wheel segments, it is equipped with a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) powertrain, two electric in-wheel motors and a petrol internal combustion engine.

In leading the research and manufacturing phases for the new demonstration vehicle, Groupe PSA has expanded its design expertise beyond the automotive industry.

Thanks to its silhouette and hybrid technology, the new EU-LIVE electrified mobility solution can be used on all roads and offers drivers a wide array of benefits. It is suited to both roads and motorways, all it requires is a driving licence.

The vehicle runs in zero-emission mode at a speed of up to 70 kilometres per hour using two rear electric in-wheel motors, developed by 2 consortium partners Elaphe and Brembo.

The 48-volt electric battery – designed by Samsung SDI - can be recharged using regenerative braking technology.

One of the EU-LIVE consortium’s main aims is to develop common powertrains that can be used for a variety of L-category vehicles in order to achieve economies of scale.

Carla Gohin, senior vice president, research and advanced engineering, commented: “Groupe PSA has committed to protecting individual freedom of movement. EU-LIVE is an illustrative example of it.

“This new electrified light vehicle allows an individual, safe and sustainable mobility thanks to its zero-emission mode. We are proud to take part in this European project with all our partners” declared Carla Gohin, Senior Vice President, Research and Advanced Engineering.