21st International Conference "Engine & Environment"
GM’s Voltec Propulsion System – Electrification of the Vehicle at a New Level
Authors
Prof. Dr. Uwe-Dieter Grebe, Executive Director Global Advanced Engineering, GM Powertrain
Year
2009
Summary
In late 2010, General Motors will begin volume production of the Chevrolet Volt, followed approximately one year later by the Opel/Vauxhall Ampera. These automobiles are extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) based on GM’s Voltec electric propulsion system. They use a rechargeable onboard energy storage system – specifically an advanced lithium ion battery – and an electric traction motor to provide fullperformance electric propulsion exclusively for up to 60 km driving range (based on Euro MVEG cycle. 40 mile range based on EPA city and highway cycle).
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