Transportation and Power Systems
D3 2012 Chevrolet Volt
The Chevrolet Volt is the first production extended range electric vehicle (EREV) released by General Motors, arriving in the model year of 2011. The Volt is equipped with a 16 kWh lithium ion battery, which powers two AC motors: one 111 kW traction motor and one 55 kW motor/generator. During charge sustaining operation, a 1.4L gasoline engine powers the 55kW motor/ generator as a series hybrid design.
Key Technology
- Extended range electric vehicle
- 16 kWh Lithium- ion battery
- 1.4L inline 4 cylinder for range extending operation
- One 111 kW permanent magnet traction motor, one 55 kW motor/ generator