To test battery electric technology General Motors selects India and showcased its small car Beat as a part of global demonstration. The electric Beat is powered by lithium-ion battery and can go at least 130 km in a single charge under normal driving conditions.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Karl Slym, President & Managing Director, General Motors India said, “General Motors is committed to provide customers around the world with electrification technologies that will reduce their fuel consumption, helping them save money. We are delighted that Chevrolet selected India as an important market to test battery electric technology, while recognizing the capabilities of our engineering team to help identify ways to make this technology more affordable.”
Powered by a 300 cell lithium-ion battery with a total energy capacity of approximately 20 kWh, the 270 kg battery can power the Beat for at least 130 km under normal driving conditions. The liquid cooled battery can operate in temperatures ranging from approximately -20℃to 45℃, with charge times of less than 8 hours using a 240V outlet.
Power from the battery is transferred to the drive wheels through a single speed drive unit and an electric motor producing approximately 45kW of power.
GM has already announced demonstration programs in Korea, China and Germany. The company is committed to delivering customers around the world with electrification solutions that best fit their lives, including the industry’s first extended-range electric vehicles: Chevrolet Volt and Opel Ampera.
GM has already established battery leadership. It has one of the most advanced battery labs in the world at its Technical Center in Warren, Michigan in the United States and will be opening a new battery lab in China soon. Chevrolet plans to launch several new products and services for the global audience, relevant to the respective markets and customer preferences.
Expected Price:
Rs. 3,97,000/- (Ex Showroom price, Delhi)
