PARIS — Valeo and BAIC (Beijing Automotive Industry Corp.) this week presented to the Beijing Governor an electric demo car equipped with a complete Valeo electric powertrain system.
The partnership between Valeo and BAIC started in early 2010 with the intent to bring an electric vehicle to series production in 2011. This demo car is the first milestone in the partnership.
By using a synchronous permanent magnet motor with a large operating speed range, Valeo’s electric powertrain is able to deliver both good acceleration at low and medium speeds and a high top vehicle speed all with a single gear transmission, according to the company. Developed by Valeo and its partners Leroy Somer and GKN, this system includes an electric motor, an inverter, a transmission, a charger, a supervisor and a DC/DC converter.
Jacques Aschenbroich, Valeo’s CEO, commented, "The development of this vehicle with our partner BAIC demonstrates Valeo’s expertise in powertrain systems designed to reduce vehicle CO2 emissions and improve energy efficiency. It also confirms our know-how in electric and hybrid vehicle technology worldwide."
