Electric vehicle (EV) – Future of Transport
Working principle of EV
Reasons to adopt EV
Back in 2019, the research company BloombergNEF made a grand prediction that by 2040, India would be one of the 4th largest passenger electric vehicle markets, with electric vehicle sales at 2.6 million. In its report, it further forecast that India would join Germany in numbers. China would stand at 14.6 million and the United States at 9.7 million. Moreover, EV sales in India may beat France, Japan, the UK, and Korea. The report foretells this result while simply analyzing the sales of electric four-wheeler.High fuel prices
On a cost
per distance basis, a fully electric car could cost you a quarter or fewer of
what a conventional petrol or diesel car might. These savings quickly add up,
you could save on each journey when driving an EV.
Low operating cost
Over a five-year
period, which is well within the 8-year battery warranty period on the EV, most
owners can be expected to cover 75,000 km or 15,000 km a year. Running the
Nexon EV over this period should cost Rs 72,750 against the Rs 4.59 lakh needed for the petrol Nexon.
Low maintenance
Though electric vehicles may still cost more to
purchase than their conventionally powered counterparts, they’re generally
cheaper to keep running via affordable home charging. Electric vehicles also
save their owners cash on an ongoing basis via lower long-term maintenance
costs.
That’s
because EVs eliminate over two-dozen mechanical components that would normally
require periodic service. An EV owner avoids having to pay for things like
tune-ups, oil changes, cooling system flushes, transmission servicing, and
replacing the air filter, spark plugs and drive belts. Sources suggest electric
vehicle owners spend roughly a third of what conventionally powered auto owners
do for regular service.
Still,
an EV is not maintenance free. All automakers insist owners follow a series of
periodic checks and services in order to keep the vehicle’s warranty in effect.
If you don’t follow the recommended schedule, your car may not be covered if it
requires repairs.
Aside
from tire rotation, replacing the cabin air filter and wiper blades, and
topping off the washer fluid, much of this comes down to various mechanical
inspections. Automakers advise, and appropriately so, that aside from simple
tasks like checking the air pressure in the tires, topping off the windshield
washer fluid, and perhaps changing the wiper blades, these procedures should be
performed by a trained technician at the dealer’s service department.
Except for the initial investment, once you convert to an EV, overall costs are much lower than if you were to continue driving on petrol or diesel. An electric four-wheeler has few parts, is less complex, so the cost of maintenance is low.
Reduced noise pollution
Far more than other factors, you can enjoy a
smooth, almost noise-free ride as you navigate your way through chockablock
traffic. Apart from a slight whirring sound, an EV is a hummer with just the
sounds of gravel, wind, road noise, and nothing else.
Zero emissions
With zero
emissions on the road. EVs will assist decrease of CO2 and toxic greenhouse
fumes.
Govt. subsidies
Under fame
scheme-The incentives will be offered by the Government for electric buses,
three-wheelers and four-wheelers to be used for commercial purposes.
New electrical vehicles available in the market
Electric two wheelers
The Indian
Electric Vehicle Market was valued at USD 5 billion in 2020. The same is
expected to reach USD 47 billion by 2026, registering a CAGR of above 44%
during the forecast period (2021–2026). And with the boom of the Indian EV
Industry, Electric Two-Wheeler Companies are also expected to grow at a fast
pace in the upcoming years.
The entrance of Ola has already boosted the revolution in the
2-Wheeler EV segment and has increased the competition. Other auto companies
are also expected to increase their 2-wheeler EV production to reduce the cost
and get more EV bikes on Indian roads. In this article, we'll look into the top
2-wheeler Electric Companies in India.
Hero
Electric is the largest player in the Electric two Wheeler (E2W) market in
India, another big Auto manufacturers in this list is Bajaj Auto.
Electric four wheelers
There is a
list of 14 popular electric cars available in India in the price range of Rs.
4.50 Lakh - Rs. 2.10 Crore. The most popular electric cars include BMW iX (Rs.
1.16 Crore), MG ZS EV (Rs. 21.49 Lakh) and Hyundai Kona Electric (Rs. 23.79
Lakh). The top car manufacturers that produce electric cars are BMW, MG, Hyundai, Audi, Jaguar.
However
TATA motor have launched a competitive edge by firstly launching its Nexon,
Tigor and Tiago EV variants.
Retrofitted EV kits for old cars
The cost of
getting retrofitting kits starts around 5 lakhs, if you
want a range of around 80 kms on a single charge and the same can go up to ₹7
lakhs for a drivable range of up to 150 kms.
The company
will remove all the IC engine-related components and will retrofit the car with
an all-electric drivetrain. The engine is replaced by an electric motor. Unlike
the new electric vehicles, there is a need for some modifications to be done in
the car in order to make it driveable. You can reach a top speed of nearly 80
kmph in such electric-retrofitted cars. The batteries in these cars can be charged in 5-6 hours and it will take
around one hour with a fast charger.
Parts of a Retrofitted EV kit
Battery
pack
In an electric drive vehicle, the auxiliary battery provides electricity to power vehicle accessories.
Smart BMS,
IP67 grade water and dust protection, Robust LFP Cells (Performance), Low
Insulation packaging, Active and Passive Balancing, Active Temperature Control,
Modular Battery System.
Charge port
DC/DC converter
Electric traction motor
Using power from the traction battery pack, this motor drives the vehicle's wheels. Some vehicles use motor generators that perform both the drive and regeneration functions.
Onboard charger
Takes the incoming AC electricity supplied via the charge port and converts it to DC power for charging the traction battery. It also communicates with the charging equipment and monitors battery characteristics such as voltage, current, temperature, and state of charge while charging the pack.
Power
train
The transmission transfers mechanical power from the electric traction motor to drive the wheels.This unit manages the flow of electrical energy delivered by the traction battery, controlling the speed of the electric traction motor and the torque it produces.
3 phase AC
Induction & IPM motors (efficient, performance), High thermal endurance and
structural safety (Safety), Compact e-axle design, High Endurance Magnet,
Double Bearing Aluminium based axle.
Thermal system (cooling)
Efficient
PCB Design and high-performance microcontroller selection, IP67 design with
multiple failure protection control, Thermal management of complete systems,
Advanced Software Controls.
Connectivity
GPS,
Geofencing, Remote Immobilization, Predictive Maintenance, Driver Diagnostics,
Cell health and performance, motor health and performance, power electronics
health and performance.
Customization by App
Gives you
the summary of functions of your vehicle and allow you some customization.
ARAI approved companies in India
E-trio
E-Trio is a
Hyderabad based EV company with a vision to be the widest range of EVs. We aim
to be an affordable and accessible electric form of mobility for everyone.
The aim is to
transform the environment, lives and businesses of every EV owner.
Altigreen
It’s a Bangalore based company, with a mission of
accelerating carbon-free transport, and making it accessible and affordable,
Altigreen has carved a niche for itself in the world of electric vehicles.
Loop moto
It’s EV conversion and retrofitting services are available all across India, for 2,3 & 4 wheeler vehicles.
Electric vehicle India
EVI is a fully-integrated solution that combines motors with
an integrated inverter, control electronics and software – no separate large,
heavy and costly inverter is required.
North way motor sport
Northway
motorsport (Northway) is an electric vehicle division under Hemank Auto Parts
Pvt Ltd. With over 35 years of technological, manufacturing & service
expertise, the company, always been a leader of new emerging technologies
through its multiple business ventures & products. Having developed its own
drivetrains for ev’s, the company proudly presents high end technological
solutions for everyday vehicle users. The main aim of the company has always
been & shall continue to be, providing cost effective yet technologically
advanced localized products & solutions for the Indian and International
market, thus promoting 'Make in India' on a global scale.
Bharatmobi
BharatMobi
to Electrify Conventional Vehicles. As an initial step to provide a sustainable
solution to air pollution in Delhi, an Electric Vehicle startup, BharatMobi has
launched a technology of EV conversions. The company said EV retrofitting or
conversions can be the best choice for every individual’s capacity to
contribute for a pollution-free India.
Rexnamo
It is a
Ghaziabad-based company that takes the shells of old classic models and
reconstructs them. Rexnamo’s auto shop has sold many retrofitted electric cars and
DIY conversion kits in the past decade.
Folks Motors
Folk Motor's Retrofit xEV platform
has been developed in conjunction with ARAI which has undertaken the
design, engineering and validation.
The
company has developed a twin-regeneration xEV platform that it aims to install
on existing ICE vehicles, making them hybrid-electrics (xEVs) as well as
capable of offering full-BEV functionality within city limits. The hybrid-
electric (xEV) retrofit kit, which includes a motor, controller and battery, is
integrated into the existing driveline of a manual-transmission car, also
giving it automatic driving capability up to speeds of 80kph.
Bosch
The Bosch Retrofit Kit eAxle is a compact,
cost-effective solution for electric drive systems. The advantage comes from
the electric motor, power electronics, and transmission integrated to create a
compact unit. It helps make electric drives less complex and more manageable.
Additionally, the Bosch power-train is cost-effective and more
efficient.
GOGOA1
GoGoA1.com
is an Indian company, specializes in providing world-class OEM/ODM and Electric
& Solar Powered Vehicles and their components. The company mainly
concentrates on the transformation of existing fuel 2 wheeler, 3-wheeler, and
cars into electric-powered technologies by creating hybrid and complete
conversion kits for them.
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