Articles tagged with "EV-performance"
Hyundai Motor Group Drives Next-Generation Battery Innovation with Future Mobility Battery Campus - CleanTechnica
Hyundai Motor Group is investing KRW 1.2 trillion to establish its first comprehensive battery research and development hub, the Future Mobility Battery Campus, in Anseong, Korea, with completion targeted by the end of 2026. Spanning approximately 197,000 m², this campus aims to internalize core battery technologies such as cell design, process engineering, and integrated control systems to optimize electric vehicle (EV) performance and ensure seamless vehicle integration. The facility will enable high-precision validation of breakthrough battery technologies under real-world conditions, supporting the development of high-performance batteries for next-generation EVs and extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs). The campus represents a strategic expansion beyond Hyundai’s existing R&D centers by focusing on continuous process validation and integrated battery technology research across design, production, and application stages. Key focus areas include replicating battery cell production processes, iterative testing for safety and scalability, and comprehensive lifecycle testing from cell to vehicle integration. Additionally, Hyundai plans to leverage the campus
energybattery-technologyelectric-vehiclesHyundai-Motor-Groupbattery-research-and-developmentEV-performancefuture-mobilityPhotos: Longbow’s exclusive 150-unit Speedster debuts lightweight EV with quick pace
British startup Longbow has introduced the Speedster, a lightweight electric sports car emphasizing agility and driver engagement. Developed rapidly within six months, the Speedster features a bonded aluminium chassis and a structural battery integrated directly into the car’s frame, enabling a remarkably low kerb weight of 895 kg (1,973 lbs). This featherweight design prioritizes handling precision and responsiveness over raw power, delivering a 0-62 mph acceleration in 3.5 seconds and a WLTP range of 275 miles from an estimated 60 kWh battery pack. The Speedster’s design blends classic British open-top sports car aesthetics with modern EV elements, focusing on minimalism, airflow, and driver visibility. Longbow’s engineering approach centers on reducing mass through innovative structural solutions rather than relying on large battery capacity, resulting in efficient range and dynamic performance. Production is limited to 150 units, all hand-built in the UK, with pricing starting at £84,995 for the Speedster and a forthcoming closed
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Genesis has introduced the GV60 Magma, a high-performance electric vehicle unveiled at France’s Circuit Paul Ricard, signaling the brand’s commitment to entering the luxury high-power EV market. The GV60 Magma features a lower, wider stance with design elements emphasizing both elegance and adrenaline, including 21-inch forged wheels and gloss-black aero parts. Under the hood, it boasts dual motors delivering 609 horsepower in standard mode and up to 650 horsepower in Boost Mode, surpassing previous Genesis EVs and competitors like the Ioniq 5 N and Ioniq 6 N. The car accelerates from 0 to 124 mph in 10.9 seconds, reaches 60 mph in 3.4 seconds, and has a top speed of 164 mph, despite its substantial weight of nearly 5,000 pounds. Mechanically, the GV60 Magma has been upgraded with revised suspension geometry, stiffer bushings, enhanced brakes, an electronic limited-slip differential, and
energyelectric-vehicleEV-performancebattery-technologyregenerative-brakingautomotive-innovationhigh-power-motorsEx-Tesla engineers build 'Featherweight' EV that weighs just 1973 pounds
British startup Longbow, founded by former Tesla engineers Daniel Davy and Mark Tapscott, has unveiled its first prototype electric vehicle, the Aesthetic Dynamic Demonstrator, in London. The company aims to address the common issue of excessive weight in high-performance EVs by embracing a "Speed of Lightness" philosophy inspired by Lotus founder Colin Chapman’s principle of simplifying and reducing weight. Their debut model, the roofless and windowless Speedster, is positioned as the first-ever "Featherweight Electric Vehicle" (FEV), weighing just 895 kg (1,973 lbs), significantly lighter than typical EVs. Despite its light construction, the Speedster delivers impressive performance, accelerating from 0 to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds and offering a WLTP-rated driving range of 275 miles. This is achieved through innovative engineering, including a unique aluminum chassis, a compact electric motor, and a module-to-chassis battery design that maximizes stiffness while minimizing mass. The Speed
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The YANGWANG U9 Xtreme, the performance flagship of BYD’s luxury sub-brand, has set a new lap record for Electric Super Sports Cars at the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany. On August 22, 2025, the U9 Xtreme completed the 20.832 km track in 6 minutes and 59.157 seconds, breaking the previous record by over five seconds and becoming the first electric supercar to lap the Nürburgring in under seven minutes. This achievement follows the car’s prior world-record top speed of 496.22 km/h, underscoring its exceptional performance both in straight-line speed and on a demanding race circuit. The U9 Xtreme is built on BYD’s pioneering 1200V ultra-high-voltage platform and features four high-performance motors delivering a combined output exceeding 3,000 PS, with a power-to-weight ratio of 1,217 PS per tonne. It incorporates advanced technologies
energyelectric-vehiclehigh-performance-motorsultra-high-voltage-platformcarbon-ceramic-brakesautomotive-technologyEV-performanceBYD’s Yangwang U9 Xtreme Sets New Top Speed & Nürburgring Lap Records - CleanTechnica
BYD recently announced that its Yangwang U9 Xtreme hypercar set new records, including a top speed of 308.37 mph (approximately 496 km/h) and an electric vehicle (EV) lap record at the Nürburgring. These achievements not only provide BYD with significant bragging rights but also challenge the dominance of traditional fossil-fueled hypercars. The U9 Xtreme’s performance is powered by a 2220 kW (2977 hp) motor system paired with an 80 kWh battery featuring an advanced double-layer cooling structure that enables a 30C discharge rate, contributing to a 133% increase in power and a 40% improvement in heat exchange efficiency. The technological advancements in cooling and power electronics, including the use of silicon carbide (SiC) components, may have broader implications beyond the hypercar segment. BYD’s innovations could enhance the reliability and efficiency of mainstream electric vehicles, especially in extreme heat conditions, and potentially improve charging
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Rimac’s upgraded electric hypercar, the Nevera R, has shattered 24 new world records, including setting a new top speed record for electric vehicles at 268.2 mph (431.45 km/h). This flagship model, introduced last year with increased power, improved aerodynamics, and reduced weight, notably reclaimed the 0-400-0 km/h (0-249-0 mph) sprint record with a time of 25.79 seconds—2.04 seconds faster than the previous record held by Koenigsegg’s Jesko Absolut. The Nevera R also improved acceleration times across various benchmarks, such as reaching 60 mph in 1.66 seconds and 300 km/h in 7.89 seconds, demonstrating its exceptional explosive power and sustained high-speed capability. The Nevera R’s performance enhancements stem from a power boost to 1,989 horsepower (up from 1,888 hp in the original Nevera), a weight reduction of
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