FIRST GENERATION VIA DRIVE SYSTEM
VTRUX Pickup Truck
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VTRUX Van
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In 2015, VIA launched the GM Silverado pick-up truck and express van. With the series hybrid drivetrain, each vehicle is driven by our VDRIVE system with an all electric range of 35-40 miles and a total range of 300-350 miles. These vehicles are targeted towards the North American market and installed in 73 of the largest fleets (e.g. FedEx, Verizon, PG&E, US Air Force, and Duke Energy). 4 million on-road miles have been driven on our customers' fleet vehicles.
This electric motor is just 11x11 inches and packs in 415Nm of torque. This motor provides instant torque, long life, and nearly no maintenance. VIA uses lithium ion batteries made in America. VIA couples a high efficiency electric generator to the 4.3 V8 engine to generate electricity when needed. This gives the vehicles an approximate 40-mile initial range followed by up to a 350 mile total range depending on driving style and conditions. This is made possible by the electric drive system we call "VDRIVE."
This combination of all electric drive with a gas generator means you can drive anywhere without range anxiety. Even when the vehicles are running off the on-board generator, it is still drastically more efficient and even faster than the gas model version. We are delivering vehicles with greater economy, power, and durability.
This combination of all electric drive with a gas generator means you can drive anywhere without range anxiety. Even when the vehicles are running off the on-board generator, it is still drastically more efficient and even faster than the gas model version. We are delivering vehicles with greater economy, power, and durability.
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Power where you need it—at home or the workplace. With the capability of being equipped with two 240 volt outlets right on the rear of the van, easy access is provided for work or emergencies. For example, you can plug in a home to the van when there is a loss of power.
The VTRUX power export module option provides 14.4 kW at 60 amps of onboard mobile power. A utility grade output module is planned for the future and will be designed to provide 50 kW of mobile emergency power to keep critical facilities online. |
Split your 240 volt outlet into two 120 volt.
Power Xport Splitter
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Second Generation VIA Drive System
Light Duty Truck
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Market: Major cities in Latin America, India and Asia
Vehicle: Light Duty Cab Chassis Truck Emissions: Zero Emissions Vehicle Drive System: Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Performance Targets:
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Medium Duty Van
*Representative of Medium Duty Van
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Market: Global, Major Cities Worldwide
Vehicle: Medium Duty Cargo Van Emissions: Zero Emissions Vehicle Drive System: Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Performance Targets:
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Third Generation VIA Drive System
The CHEMA platform (Commercial High-Efficiency Modular Architecture) is a new vehicle architecture specifically designed to meet the challenges of today’s commercial fleets. With a modular design, every vehicle is unique to the customer's specification, so it can operate according to their business requirements. It will improve energy efficiency and lower fuel consumption, all while reducing impact to the environment. The CHEMA platform will meet all customers’ safety, performance, cost, and durability requirements.
What makes it efficient and what is its environmental impact?
High Efficiency Chassis: Low mass, improved underbody aerodynamics, reduced rolling losses
Powertrain Options: Electric, Hybrid, and Combustion
CHEMA will provide a more cost-effective design with a streamlined build process and supply chain management. A flexible 3 compartment high-strength steel ladder-frame underbody system gives the vehicle more durability. The front and rear compartments house the drive system, which can be a motor, engine or combination of the two. The center compartment holds the energy storage materials (battery, fuel or both).
Sub-systems will be fully assembled and validated prior to being delivered to vehicle assembly plants. The sub-system build could be done in either the vehicle sub-assembly area or at the supplier facility. The entire assembly process will deliver a fully validated and drivable chassis with any choice of van, cab, or chassis body.
What makes it efficient and what is its environmental impact?
High Efficiency Chassis: Low mass, improved underbody aerodynamics, reduced rolling losses
Powertrain Options: Electric, Hybrid, and Combustion
CHEMA will provide a more cost-effective design with a streamlined build process and supply chain management. A flexible 3 compartment high-strength steel ladder-frame underbody system gives the vehicle more durability. The front and rear compartments house the drive system, which can be a motor, engine or combination of the two. The center compartment holds the energy storage materials (battery, fuel or both).
Sub-systems will be fully assembled and validated prior to being delivered to vehicle assembly plants. The sub-system build could be done in either the vehicle sub-assembly area or at the supplier facility. The entire assembly process will deliver a fully validated and drivable chassis with any choice of van, cab, or chassis body.
