The body and chassis elements discussed in this document construct a open-source vehicle platform, in that various power trains can be utilized, just as with conventional car architecture; from a pure electric vehicle, hybrid electric, or a standard rear or front mounted internal combustion engines.
That said however, it is specifically designed as a EV chassis. As shown here it is configured to fit a row of batteries across the front sub-frame lower cross-member; a design which helps improve vehicle dynamics, and provides easy access for battery swap-out. Also shown are twin wheel-mounted AC motors, which allow the vehicle take advantage of; optimized regenerative braking, and all-weather performance with twin front-wheel-drive, and regenerative steering—similar to regenerative braking except that independent-front motor-polarity control feeds energy back into the vehicles batteries during steering. There are intake openings in the front of the vehicle for coolant systems.
The open front sub-frame compartment has ample space to accommodate AC power converter and control systems, as well as an internal-combustion hybrid configuration. The front sub-frame cover panels are constructed from black plastic, and function primarily as aerodynamic panels, as well as providing closure for the front compartment. The upper hood panel can be easily removed since it is attached with conventional hood pins—allowing for ample access to the front compartment.
