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UQM Technologies Supplying Electric Drive Motors for Audi A1 e-tron Test-fleet Build
* Audi A1 e-tron development vehicles are powered by UQM PowerPhase® electric propulsion systems
* UQM develops and produces energy-efficient electric motors, generators and power electronic controls for electric and hybrid vehicles
Press Release Source: UQM Technologies, Inc. On Tuesday February 8, 2011, 8:30 am EST
LONGMONT, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- UQM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE Amex: UQM), will supply PowerPhase electric propulsion systems as part of an Audi test-fleet build and vehicle development process for its A1 e-tron all-electric vehicle.
“This fleet order from Audi further validates the ability of our products to meet the demanding requirements of major automotive customers,” said Eric R. Ridenour, President and CEO of UQM Technologies. “We are extremely well-positioned and prepared for growth as the electrification market continues to develop and expand.”
The UQM PowerPhase engine range is a lightweight electric drive motor and controller. This power-dense, brushless, permanent-magnet engine range can be supplied with up to 300 Nm of peak torque and 125 kW of peak power. The controller features CAN bus, serial communications and diagnostic capability.
In addition to a full line of electric propulsion systems, UQM recently completed the validation of its volume production lines with annual capacity of 40,000 units.
“Our solid history in developing electric propulsion systems has enabled us to secure another major international OEM fleet build program,” said Ridenour.
Automobile manufacturers typically build test fleets to evaluate new technologies and vehicles that are under development prior to their market launch. |
