The e-Propulsion and HV System of the New Opel BEV Cars

Authors

Dr. Peter Ramminger, Opel Automobile GmbH, Rüsselsheim, Germany

Summary

Electric vehicle usage contributes to the target of decarbonizing the traffic sector. EVs should always be charged from renewable or CO2 neutral sources. The new Battery Electric Cars such as the Corsa-e and Mokka-e mark another milestone of EV’s in the Opel product lineup. They will meet a wider range of customer preferences and will make electric mobility more affordable for a wider customer range. Besides an enthusing exterior and interior design, great drivability and class-leading charging capability were key development targets. This paper describes how EV functionality was maintained and improved subsequent to the Ampera-e. Details on the major HV Powertrain components are compared to the Ampera-e as reference. Key functions related to electrical driving and charging are explained, supplemented by performance data.

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