A London-based electric vehicle innovation start-up has revealed more technology information on its novel battery concept, which it claims can improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Page-Roberts, founded in 2019, recently announced a patented design concept for a unique EV design in which batteries are mounted vertically instead of horizontally.
“I was looking for a technological way to develop a low sporty coupe with 2 + 2 seats while achieving high efficiency and a long range,” founder Freddy Page-Roberts told Autocar exclusively.
“From our initial analysis, it became clear that there are many benefits to the arrangement beyond simply packing a large battery. These particularly concerned efficiency and cost, which suggests that we should explore the potential for other applications. “
The design is based on a typical 2 + 2 seating arrangement as most car journeys involve either one or two passengers, explained Page-Roberts.
Researching the company’s design, it was found that the improved efficiency is due to improved aerodynamics and lower weight, as well as the concept’s low center of gravity, which is comparable to that of a vehicle with an underfloor battery of up to 60 kWh.
The company also concluded that the design would help the adoption of electric vehicles by removing four main barriers, all of which are related to efficiency, including low usable range, a price premium compared to ICE cars, and charging times.
“We have found that it is possible to reduce these obstacles with a small battery size for a very low cost point, or a larger battery size for a long range,” said Page-Roberts.
The company believes the concept would cut manufacturing costs by up to 36%, with savings from the car’s lighter body components, including the body, engines, transmissions, suspension, and brakes, which would be made with fewer raw materials.
The smaller battery should also contribute to lower costs, since its low weight enables cheaper equipment and processing.
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