At CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Italdesign, the famend Italian design agency now a part of the Volkswagen Group, unveiled an enhanced model of its Quintessenza idea. This spectacular automobile, which mixes components of a coupe and a pickup truck with a detachable rear windshield, initially debuted on the 2024 Beijing Auto Present.
The brand new iteration showcased at CES incorporates a substantial improve: it now comes outfitted with highly effective in-wheel electrical motors from the Slovenian firm Elaphe. These motors, which have been beforehand utilized within the now-defunct Lordstown Endurance electrical pickup truck, present an astonishing output of over 2,000 horsepower.
Elaphe’s cutting-edge in-wheel motors, every with a diameter of 21 inches and built-in into 24-inch wheels, considerably increase energy relative to the unique Quintessenza’s three inboard motor configuration. This up to date setup not solely enhances total efficiency but in addition improves off-road capabilities, attaining wheel management that’s 20 occasions quicker.
The technological developments of Elaphe prolong past mere horsepower. Their motors are able to producing vertical forces on the chassis, which might probably remodel automobile stability throughout cornering. This revolutionary characteristic has the potential to switch or complement conventional suspension techniques.
Moreover, Elaphe has designed a complicated inverter administration system that allows customizable sound profiles and haptic suggestions. This growth permits producers to personalize the driving expertise in alignment with particular model identities and driver preferences.
Quintessenza Idea Technical Specs
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Physique:
Size – 5561 mm (218.9 inches)
Peak – 1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Width – 2200 mm (86.6 inches)
Wheelbase – 3240 mm (127.6 inches)
Entrance Overhang – 1003 mm (39.5 inches)
Rear Overhang – 1318 mm (51.9 inches)
Construction – Light-weight Aluminum
Seating – 2 + 2
Floor Clearance: Adjustable 200-280 mm (7.9 – 11 inches) - Powertrain (Estimated Values):
Battery – 150kWh/800V
Energy – 1600 kW
Vary – 750 Km (466 mi)
Acceleration – 0-100 Km/h in lower than 2.5 seconds (lower than 2.2 seconds with high-performance tires)
Drivetrain – 4x in-wheel drive structure (2x 300 kW entrance + 2x 500 kW rear)
Elaphe’s Sonic.1: Energy for Excessive-Efficiency Automobiles
Elaphe additionally launched its Sonic.1 motor at CES, engineered for the entrance wheels of high-performance automobiles. With a steady output of 268 hp and a peak output of 342 hp whereas weighing merely 88 kilos, the Sonic.1 is ready to revolutionize the automotive sector.
Apparently, the Sonic.1 is flexible and will be built-in into combustion-powered automobiles, enhancing energy to the entrance axle with out growing the frontal space.
The Way forward for In-Wheel Motors
Elaphe wasn’t the one firm demonstrating in-wheel motor know-how at CES; Donut Lab additionally introduced a modular lineup of in-wheel motors, with their main mannequin boasting a formidable 845 horsepower.
Whereas in-wheel motors supply many advantages, akin to lowered prices and improved automobile design, challenges persist. The elevated unsprung mass can have an effect on dealing with, and the long-term sturdiness of those motors nonetheless requires thorough validation.
