Volvo C30 development of electric car electricity

Posted January 8, 2010 | Category: Cars

The C30 shown in Detroit marks another step forward for Volvo in the development process. It comes with complete interior and full instrumentation and is driven by energy produced advanced batteries.

"The first prototype helped us identify the main technological challenges, such as those relating to the battery pack and security issues. We have addressed these challenges without compromising the fun and carefree personality of the C30. I'm really happy with the result. The Volvo C30 Electric Detroit is a much more complete product, "says Lennart Stegland, Director of the Department of Special Vehicles at Volvo Cars.

The next step in 2010 will be a series of test cars manufactured in the factory. Some users will drive the selected test fleet during a testing period of two years, to provide an experience to Volvo Cars "assessable". Not only from a technical standpoint but also "behavioral".

The Swedish Energy Agency supports the project with a loan of 15 million euros.

A pure electric car has different characteristics compared to a car with an internal combustion engine. The Volvo specialists will have the opportunity to study how users handle these differences.

"Our fleet of test vehicles will be of great help in the development of electric cars at Volvo Cars. It will also provide key input for the design of infrastructure and help you determine what services are needed to make rechargeable cars the most viable alternative for the future ", says Lennart Stegland.

Volvo C30 Volvo C30 looks like a regular electricity and offers safety, comfort and spaciousness identical to those of the standard model.

The most obvious difference inside the vehicle is given by the new tools that the driver will have before him. The instrumentation and the graphics are different from those in a conventional Volvo. The instrument combined, intuitive and to fashion, shows in principle only speed and the consumption of energy. However, it also presents a series of new symbols, as an indicator of the state of battery charge and other important information for this type of vehicle.

Even the driving experience is different from that experienced in a conventional car. Volvo C30 does not have a gearbox and electric motor power is supplied continuously: the power is available immediately.

"Travelling without virtually any sound you hear something quite different. The power is immediate. We need much time to test a transmission system that is as comfortable as is safe to handle for the driver and at the same time, using optimal battery capacity at different speeds, "explains Lennart Stegland.

An electric motor uses about a quarter of an engine fueled with fossil fuels. This superior energy efficiency suggests that interest in electric cars will grow hand in hand with the price of fuel and with the tightening of standards for low emissions of CO2.

The Volvo C30 shown in Detroit is powered by lithium-ion batteries can be recharged via a regular household outlet or at special charging stations at the side of the road. To fully charge the battery takes about eight hours.

If the car is recharged with renewable energy, CO2 emissions can be almost zero in terms of index WTW (well-to-wheel).

The maximum speed with a fully charged battery pack is about 130 km / h. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in about 10.5 seconds. The car's range is up to 150 km. This meets the needs of daily transport of more than 90 percent of all motorists in Europe.

The electric motor is located under the bonnet while the batteries (24 kWh) are installed in the tunnel of the transmission shaft and in the space normally occupied by the fuel tank, outside of the passenger compartment and away from areas of deformation.

"The batteries are well encapsulated and the structure around them is reinforced. Electric cars are another interesting challenge in our dedication to building the safest cars in the world. A Volvo-powered electricity has to be as safe as any other Volvo. And the same standards also apply to the property, the guidance and protection in the event of an accident, "says Thomas Broberg, a consultant on safety at Volvo Cars.

When it comes to pure electric car, there are many factors that determine the appeal in the future.

"Consumers must feel that this type of car is attractive both to drive and own. That's why electric cars have to be as comfortable and safe and offer the same types of performance vehicles powered by other energy sources, "says Paul Gustavsson, director of electrification strategy at Volvo Cars. He continues:

"We believe in this technology and the focus of our field test is to demonstrate that electric cars have a large potential market. However, offering attractive car is not enough. What will be needed at the beginning is a system of subsidies that make it financially affordable for the buyers of the expensive battery technology. We hope that the authorities and the rest of society will follow Volvo Cars on its journey to zero emissions. "

Share this news:

Other news that might interest you:

The new Volvo S60, carved to stir emotions Here are the first official pictures of the new Volvo S60 ...

Volvo C30 new front sport and great personality The new Volvo C30 comes forward and shows all ...

Smart electric drive designed from the beginning for electric traction It 'started in mid-November, the plant ...

BMW Concept ActiveE BMW in the style of electro On the road to sustainable mobility at zero ...

BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics the future of driving pleasure. BMW presents the future of driving pleasure. Al. ..

»Article in Category Cars

Leave a comment