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The Newly Developed D1g1tal Dr1ve to be Unveiled at the World Electric Vehicle Symposium and
Exposition in China
SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 3, 2010 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --
Remy Electric Motors and MotoCzysz have collaborated in the development
of the all new D1g1tal Dr1ve, the world's most advanced electric drive system
for electric cars and light duty trucks and vans. Proprietary MotoCzysz
integration technology and Remy's powerful world class electric drive motor
have been combined in the most advanced, complete electric drive system
available in the industry today. The D1g1tal Dr1ve will be unveiled at the
World Electric Vehicle Symposium in Shenzhen, China in the Remy exhibit
space, 2R021.
The D1g1tal Dr1ve was conceived from the perspective of an EV
manufacturer. It is a complete system of matched integrated components -
including motor, controller, proprietary cooling system, final drive and
differential - enclosed in a lightweight aluminum shell to deliver
unprecedented efficiency and compactness. The D1g1tal Dr1ve achieves a level
of integration never before available and stands alone as the easiest and
quickest solution for any manufacturer needing an electric drive system.
Manufacturers are tasked only with providing power to the unit and connecting
their final drive to the D1g1tal Dr1ve, significantly reducing the time and
cost of bringing their vehicles to market.
"The D1g1tal Dr1ve is not just a new product, but the first model in a
new category of products - integrated electric drives. We are proud to have
partnered with Remy and designed the D1g1tal Dr1ve around their industry
leading HVH250 electric motor. Together, we are the first to offer a complete
integrated, next generation electric drive system," said CEO Michael Czysz.
"Scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2011, manufacturers can
get their first look at the revolutionary D1g1tal Dr1ve in the Remy Electric
Motors booth at the 2010 EVS25 show in Shenzhen, China November 5 - 8," added
Czysz.
Currently, other electric drive systems comprise individual components
which are wired together, requiring space for the components and wiring.
Integration of the system into a vehicle requires sophisticated engineering
strategies. The D1g1tal Dr1ve matches and optimizes all the necessary
components in a single elegant solution enclosed in a compact shell for
optimal space utilization. System integration of high performance components
is the priority and principal reason for creating the D1g1tal Dr1ve.
"The D1g1tal Dr1ve provides a simple powertrain solution for EV
manufacturers. It is a complete, compact electric drive solution that is easy
to install. Despite its small size, the Remy HVH 250 motor inside ensures the
D1g1tal Dr1ve makes no sacrifice in power. And, the Remy motor is backed by
the security of over a billion miles of proven reliability," said Remy CEO
John Weber.
New advantages that come with the D1g1tal Dr1ve include the ease and
speed of adaptation and installation for EV manufacturers. The D1g1tal Dr1ve
allows manufacturers to dramatically reduce the design cycle and development
budget necessary to incorporate a traditional system of individual
components. The work has already been done for customers, so they can receive
a sophisticated, quality "plug and play" system.
In addition to reduced installation and assembly time, the D1g1tal Dr1ve
improves system durability and makes service and warranty work easier and
less costly. For example, all the electronics are mounted on a single chassis
allowing for installation in less than 30 minutes.
There is no sacrifice of power with the D1g1tal Dr1ve's compact
packaging. The D1g1tal Dr1ve is the smallest packaging solution available for
an integrated electric drive system while producing up to 1150 N-m of torque
and 75kW of power with the Remy HVH 250 motor.
Finally, the D1g1tal Dr1ve's integration provides the benefit of
increased efficiency and safety for OEMs and conversion companies producing
electric vehicles.
There is a full range of D1g1tal Dr1ve models currently in different
stages of testing and design to suit the specific electric power needs of
small commuting vehicles, larger luxury sedans, light- and medium-duty vans
and trucks and extreme super cars. The first model of the D1g1tal Dr1ve, the
D1, is targeted for compact electric vehicles and light duty vans and trucks.
About Remy International, Inc.
Remy International, Inc., headquartered in Pendleton, Indiana, is a
leading global manufacturer, remanufacturer and distributor of light duty
starters and alternators and Delco Remy brand heavy-duty systems. Remy
International also manufactures and distributes electric propulsion motors
designed with leading edge technology and backed by the security of over a
billion miles of proven reliability. In business for over 100 years, today
Remy International is actively collaborating with companies throughout the
world to develop innovations that are transforming the vehicle industry.
Recently, Remy International was recognized by the United States Department
of Energy for its leadership role in the hybrid technologies space and
awarded a $60 million grant under the Electric Drive Vehicle Battery and
Component Manufacturing Initiative.
About MotoCzysz, LLC.
MotoCzysz is a design and engineering firm that has been awarded numerous
patents and now focuses primarily on electric drive systems and electric
vehicles. MotoCzysz recently utilized the D1g1tal Dr1ve in the MotoCzysz E1pc
experimental electric motorcycle and won the two largest and most important
electric races in 2010: Isle of Man TT zero, IOM and the e-Power Red Bull
MotoGP, Laguna Seca. MotoCzysz is also working with Indian Automotive and
Motorcycle giant Bajaj on a bold solution for a next generation electric car.
This material is based upon work supported by the Department of Energy
under Award Number DE-EE0002023. This release was prepared as an account of
work sponsored by an agency of the United States Government. Neither the
United States Government nor any agency thereof, nor any of their employees,
makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal liability or
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endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government or
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agency thereof.
SOURCE: Remy Electric Motors
CONTACT: Westcomm/Remy:
Matt Steward
+1-317-270-4898
msteward@westcommonline.com
MotoCzysz
Ryan Taylor
+1-503-546-6686 Ext. 100
ryan.taylor@motoczysz.com
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