Technology

The Electron uses state-of-the-art components:

German built electric motor
Australian made digital controller with regenerative braking
65kW air-cooled brushless induction motor with sealed casings, low rotating losses and motor electrical resistance
Digitally managed, air-cooled, rugged controller with under- and over-voltage protection, thermal protection and regenerative braking

Safe and stable LiFePO4 batteries
Chosen for their high temperature operating range and stability, these cells offer a high level of safety and reliability. 10 year life under normal operating conditions (2000 cycles to 80%, 3000 cycles to 70%).

No special charging infrastructure required
Charges from any standard household/business 10 amp power point. 8 hour charge from flat can be achieved overnight on cheaper off-peak power. 2 hour recharge from home or public charging station using industry standard J1772 connectors.
Also able to be recharged in under an hour (with optional high current charger)

Brushless auxiliary motor runs power steering and air conditioning.
High quality auxilliary components operate these systems normally

All existing car systems operate as normal
Stereo, lights, wipers, locks all operate normally