Tevva Motors develops next generation of zero emission trucks
News
21 Jan 2016
UK manufacturer Tevva Motors has developed a new environmentally friendly, low emission solution for back-to-base fleets, which is currently being tested on UK roads.
Tevva has developed an electric range extender powertrain which can be fitted into an existing 7.5 tonne truck which is available as a retrofit package or on the production line during the build process.
The drivetrain consists of a single 120kW electric motor, capable of producing 1325 lb ft from zero rpm, powered by 66kWh batteries located the chassis. Controlled by Tevva’s Predictive Range Extender Management System (PREMS), the drivetrain enables the most efficient use of electric range without the need for driver input.
The vehicle has real time access to NOx and air quality data and GPS navigation and knows when to activate the range extender such as during high discharge situations on motorways, and when it should be avoided such as urban or poor air quality areas like towns and cities.
The system enables pure electric propulsion and delivers zero emissions where it is most important.
Asher Bennett, Tevva Motors CEO, commented: “Our technology and design offers all of the benefits of an electric vehicle, meeting the environmental needs of modern legislation and social acceptance, without the drawbacks of limited range.
“Tevva’s electric range extender technology removes the operational risk created by pure electric vehicles, allowing unlimited operational range, but typically spending the majority of a day’s operations on electric only. Our proprietary technology enables smart use of the range extender; fleets get the maximum use from the battery power, delivering full low emission benefits and cost savings.”
