TREXA EV Reveals “Open Source” Electric Vehicle Platform [TREXA EV Provides An Electric Vehicle Core For Third-Party Body Designs]

Tweet

TREXA has revealed a new modular electric vehicle platform upon which third-party developers can design their own vehicles.  The TREXA EV Platform contains a battery, motor and drivetrain that allows designers to create their own auto body for this fully functional electric vehicle.

While the concept behind TREXA’s EV Platform is not new, TREXA may be the first to bring it to market.  GM had planned a functional core “skateboard” chassis for their HyWire hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, where customers could upgrade and swap auto bodies while using the same powerhouse chassis.  TREXA EV’s target customers aren’t end users, however, they’re targeting third party vehicle developers who would leave the electric vehicle technical know-how to TREXA, and focus instead on styling, comfort and aerodynamics.

The TREXA EV platform is both modular and tweakable, as the various performance statistics of the TREXA can be modified to fit the need of the developer’s vehicle.  The standard TREXA electric vehicle will be capable of 0 to 60mph in 8 seconds on its way to a top speed of 100mph.  The standard TREXA’s range is 105 miles with a 4-hour recharge time, but each of these details can be tweaked– a larger battery can provide a larger range, while switching to a slower acceleration will conserve battery use as well.

When will TREXA’s electric vehicle platform get an official launch?  The details are not yet available, but we’re hoping this kind of technology arrives in the very near future– its existence alone could spin the automobile industry on its head.