TVS plans to expand its market share by introducing new products in the 5kW to 25kW power range. Over the next 18 months, these new products will be introduced. KN Radhakrishnan, the CEO of the company, disclosed TVS plans at a recent conference. A new powertrain will be installed in the new TVS electric two-wheelers. This is clear from a recent patent application the business made. The Jupiter electric scooter, which will compete with the Activa electric next year, may use this new powertrain. The hub motor used by iQube has benefits like quiet operation and little energy loss. A hub motor might not function as well, though, if the power output is greater than 5kW.
A new mid-mounted motor is being developed because the new electric two-wheelers from TVS will have a power range of 5kW to 25kW.
Some intriguing information regarding the new electric powertrain has recently come to light through a patent filing. The mid-mounted motor has been connected to the rear wheel by a straightforward transmission system. The transmission casing serving as the swingarm is a special feature. This will probably contribute to the intended electric two-wheeler being lighter overall. The casing is connected to a pivot at the end of the motor. The rear wheel receives energy from the motor via a drive gear.
It is known as a “endless transmission drive” by TVS. The possibility of using either a chain drive or a belt drive is mentioned in the patent. This new powertrain differs from hub motors in that it has a speed reduction ratio, as opposed to hub motors where the motor and wheel spin at the same speed. It implies that the motor’s and the back wheel’s rotational velocities will differ.
For vehicles with higher power output, mid-mounted motors are preferred. With electric scooters like the Ather 450X and Ola S1 Pro, comparable systems are already in use. With this new powertrain, TVS will likely try to develop a new lineup of electric two-wheelers focused on performance. For comparison, the 4.4 kW setup on the iQube achieves 0-40 kmph in only 4.2 seconds. The new mid-mounted motor on the TVS Jupiter electric will provide a better overall riding experience. It will compete with the upcoming Honda Activa electric scooter, set to go on sale in January 2024. The top two selling scooters in India in the petrol segment are the Activa and Jupiter.
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