Fortwo/Forfour Smart ForTwo Electric Drive Enters Production
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The Smart Fortwo (stylized as "smart fortwo") is a two-seater city car manufactured and marketed by the Smart division of the Mercedes-Benz Group for model years 1998–2024, across three generations - each using a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and a one-box design. The Smart Forfour (stylized as "smart forfour") is a city car (A-segment) marketed by Smart over two generations. The first generation was marketed in Europe from 2004 to 2006 with a front-engine configuration, sharing its platform with the Mitsubishi Colt.
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
Electric Smart outdoes combustion-based cousins
Electric Smart outdoes combustion-based cousins
Royal Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco in the smart fortwo electric drive.
It's built as a city car, with a top speed of 100 km/h
DAN PROUDFOOT
MONTE CARLO — Globe and Mail
The battery-powered Smart
drives better than gasoline- or diesel-fuelled Smarts.
This is a first impression – burnished by the tiny two-seater's uncanny ability to skirt the many Bentleys and Ferraris clogging the traffic in this city state. Harbour to casino, only a scooter might be faster.
But the electric Smart excels by being quieter and more comfortable than the earlier models Canadians have come to know. Gone is the teeter-totter rocking set off by the automatic gearshift because the electric motor operates with a single gear. (Reverse, when engaged, reverses the motor's direction of rotation.)
It is less suited to highway driving with a top speed of 100 km/h. It's recast as a city car, unapologetically, albeit capable of humiliating said Ferraris and Bentleys for the first metre or two of acceleration from a standstill as 120 Newton metres (88.5 lb-ft) of torque drives the lightweight forward. (Before you're through the intersection, though, the electric Smart's progress slows: acceleration to 60 km/h is claimed to be 6.5 seconds, compared with 6.9 for the Brabus model I tested last year.
The 45 electric drive Smarts coming to Canada in the fourth quarter of 2010, are from an initial production run of 1,000 that began emerging from the factory in Hambach, France, in November.
Mercedes-Benz Canada has yet to decide how they'll be distributed, but in European countries they're leased for €700 (about $1,000) a month, with the car to be returned after four years. With volume production in 2012, they'll “become available to anyone interested,” Mercedes-Benz says.
Range is 135 km. Plugging into a normal home electrical outlet overnight facilitates urban driving all day, at a cost of between €2 and €3 (less than $5); 220-volt outlets, like those used for washers and dryers, are required for normal charging time.
Cold weather operation is claimed to minus-20 Celsius. And Jochen Eck, in charge of testing, explained the Smart is pre-heated during the charging process. “Once the battery has absorbed 75 per cent of its charge, then the interior is heated or air-conditioned in the summer using the electricity from the grid, and the car can maintain that temperature with less than one kilowatt.” The lithium ion battery has a capacity of 16.5 kwh.
Canadians will withhold the Great White North seal of approval until seeing for themselves, but Eck insisted that three winters of testing in the Alps made him confident that (1) interiors can be toasty and (2) range will not be greatly reduced by heating and defrosting requirements.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/glob...does-combustion-based-cousins/article1436773/
Electric Smart outdoes combustion-based cousins
Royal Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco in the smart fortwo electric drive.
It's built as a city car, with a top speed of 100 km/h
DAN PROUDFOOT
MONTE CARLO — Globe and Mail
The battery-powered Smart
This is a first impression – burnished by the tiny two-seater's uncanny ability to skirt the many Bentleys and Ferraris
But the electric
It is less suited to highway driving with a top speed of 100 km/h. It's recast as a city car, unapologetically, albeit capable of humiliating said Ferraris and Bentleys for the first metre or two of acceleration from a standstill as 120 Newton metres (88.5 lb-ft) of torque drives the lightweight forward. (Before you're through the intersection, though, the electric Smart's progress slows: acceleration to 60 km/h is claimed to be 6.5 seconds, compared with 6.9 for the Brabus model I tested last year.
The 45 electric drive Smarts coming to Canada in the fourth quarter of 2010, are from an initial production run of 1,000 that began emerging from the factory in Hambach, France, in November.
Mercedes-Benz Canada has yet to decide how they'll be distributed, but in European countries they're leased for €700 (about $1,000) a month, with the car to be returned after four years. With volume production in 2012, they'll “become available to anyone interested,” Mercedes-Benz says.
Range is 135 km. Plugging into a normal home electrical outlet overnight facilitates urban driving all day, at a cost of between €2 and €3 (less than $5); 220-volt outlets, like those used for washers and dryers, are required for normal charging time.
Cold weather operation is claimed to minus-20 Celsius. And Jochen Eck, in charge of testing, explained the Smart is pre-heated during the charging process. “Once the battery has absorbed 75 per cent of its charge, then the interior is heated or air-conditioned in the summer using the electricity from the grid, and the car can maintain that temperature with less than one kilowatt.” The lithium ion battery has a capacity of 16.5 kwh.
Canadians will withhold the Great White North seal of approval until seeing for themselves, but Eck insisted that three winters of testing in the Alps made him confident that (1) interiors can be toasty and (2) range will not be greatly reduced by heating and defrosting requirements.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/glob...does-combustion-based-cousins/article1436773/
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
Good news from Getrag:
nikkeibp.co.jp
The new e-smart comes with GETRAG Transmission
The GETRAG KG, expert for transmission and power train technology received a further important order for serial production. The company, headquartered in Untergruppenbach close to Heilbronn in Southern Germany, manufactures the transmission for the smart fortwo electric drive, which is provided to selected customers since the end of 2009. 100 vehicles of the first generation testing fleet were already equipped in London.
Starting late 2009, 1.000 vehicles are and will be used in real customer operation in different European cities and also in the USA and in Canada. From 2012 on, the smart fortwo electric drive is planned to be produced in higher quantities as part of the smart-range and is to be marketed and distributed via the smart dealer network in Europe and North America.
„This order emphasises our long-term experience and competence in the area of transmissions and electric drives”, says Rolf Najork, Executive Vice President for Research and Development. Since 1992, GETRAG operates in the field of electric drivetrain and already received several orders for serial production as well as a high quantity of orders for product development. Several testing fleets with electric drive were already equipped with GETRAG power train technology such as the BMW Mini, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL and the Necar-series.
About GETRAG
The GETRAG Corporate Group is the largest independent automotive transmission manufacturer worldwide with approximately 13,450 employees at 24 locations. The company’s headquarters is in Untergruppenbach, Germany. The Group develops technical solutions for the automotive industry featuring a wide range of transmission systems and powertrain components for passenger cars, SUVs, motorbikes and light commercial vehicles. In 2008, the Group reached a turnover of around €2.5 billion.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Vera Münch
GETRAG
Getriebe- und Zahnradfabrik
Hermann Hagenmeyer GmbH & Cie KG
Telefon + 49 7131.644-5601
vera.muench@getrag.de
http://www.getrag.de/media/0000001417.pdf
nikkeibp.co.jp
The new e-smart comes with GETRAG Transmission
The GETRAG KG, expert for transmission and power train technology received a further important order for serial production. The company, headquartered in Untergruppenbach close to Heilbronn in Southern Germany, manufactures the transmission for the smart fortwo electric drive, which is provided to selected customers since the end of 2009. 100 vehicles of the first generation testing fleet were already equipped in London.
Starting late 2009, 1.000 vehicles are and will be used in real customer operation in different European cities and also in the USA and in Canada. From 2012 on, the smart fortwo electric drive is planned to be produced in higher quantities as part of the smart-range and is to be marketed and distributed via the smart dealer network in Europe and North America.
„This order emphasises our long-term experience and competence in the area of transmissions and electric drives”, says Rolf Najork, Executive Vice President for Research and Development. Since 1992, GETRAG operates in the field of electric drivetrain and already received several orders for serial production as well as a high quantity of orders for product development. Several testing fleets with electric drive were already equipped with GETRAG power train technology such as the BMW Mini, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL and the Necar-series.
About GETRAG
The GETRAG Corporate Group is the largest independent automotive transmission manufacturer worldwide with approximately 13,450 employees at 24 locations. The company’s headquarters is in Untergruppenbach, Germany. The Group develops technical solutions for the automotive industry featuring a wide range of transmission systems and powertrain components for passenger cars, SUVs, motorbikes and light commercial vehicles. In 2008, the Group reached a turnover of around €2.5 billion.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Vera Münch
GETRAG
Getriebe- und Zahnradfabrik
Hermann Hagenmeyer GmbH & Cie KG
Telefon + 49 7131.644-5601
vera.muench@getrag.de
http://www.getrag.de/media/0000001417.pdf
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
Latest smart electric drive update, hot off the wires. 
Daimler's Weber says dealers have 2 years to be ready for electric cars
Daimler tech boss Weber says rivals underestimate the lead times needed to create a top service network for EVs.
BOCHUM -- Daimler AG aims to ensure its dealer and service network is ready within two years for the introduction of electric cars, Thomas Weber, the company's development chief, said.
Dealers must be completely familiar with the company's electric cars for the new models to be successful, Weber said.
He was speaking on the sidelines of an event organized by the University of Duisburg-Essen's Center for Automotive Research in Bochum.
"The expertise must be available in service shops by 2012," he said. "The entire organization has to be trained on the issue of high-voltage power."
Daimler plans a multi-stage rollout for sales and distribution of its electric cars.
Weber said competitors that will soon put electric cars in their showrooms underestimate the lead times required to build up a competent service network for electrically powered vehicles.
He said innovations do not simply come of auto show stands and into volume production.
Daimler will deliver the first 1,000 electric versions of its Smart microcar to leasing customers this year. Starting in 2012, Daimler's aim is to build at least 10,000 e-Smarts a year.
Electric cars won't diminish tarnish the Daimler brand, Weber said. "Even in the electric age, the drivetrain will be part of the essence of the Daimler brand," he said.
You can reach Michael Knauer at autonews@crain.com.
Read more: http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100214/COPY02/302109997/1193#ixzz0fWs7g0t3
Daimler's Weber says dealers have 2 years to be ready for electric cars
Daimler tech boss Weber says rivals underestimate the lead times needed to create a top service network for EVs.
BOCHUM -- Daimler AG aims to ensure its dealer and service network is ready within two years for the introduction of electric cars, Thomas Weber, the company's development chief, said.
Dealers must be completely familiar with the company's electric cars for the new models to be successful, Weber said.
He was speaking on the sidelines of an event organized by the University of Duisburg-Essen's Center for Automotive Research in Bochum.
"The expertise must be available in service shops by 2012," he said. "The entire organization has to be trained on the issue of high-voltage power."
Daimler plans a multi-stage rollout for sales and distribution of its electric cars.
Weber said competitors that will soon put electric cars in their showrooms underestimate the lead times required to build up a competent service network for electrically powered vehicles.
He said innovations do not simply come of auto show stands and into volume production.
Daimler will deliver the first 1,000 electric versions of its Smart microcar to leasing customers this year. Starting in 2012, Daimler's aim is to build at least 10,000 e-Smarts a year.
Electric cars won't diminish tarnish the Daimler brand, Weber said. "Even in the electric age, the drivetrain will be part of the essence of the Daimler brand," he said.
You can reach Michael Knauer at autonews@crain.com.
Read more: http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100214/COPY02/302109997/1193#ixzz0fWs7g0t3
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
latest update: 
Daimler to expand Renault-Nissan pact to EVs, exec says
STUTTGART (Reuters) -- German luxury carmaker Daimler AG is expanding its cooperation with Renault SA and Nissan Motor Co. to develop electric cars in a race to meet tightening emission reduction rules.
Daimler's research chief, Thomas Weber, told Reuters in an interview its cooperation with Renault and Nissan "will be expanded to include all three partners as far as electric motors, batteries and powertrains are concerned".
The move comes as carmakers and car parts suppliers rush to gain a foothold in the market for zero-emission vehicles as deadlines for lower emission levels near.
Toyota Motor Corp. said on Monday it would offer a plug-in version of its Prius model positioned to be the cheapest green car of its kind by 2012.
France's Renault, its Japanese partner Nissan and Daimler signed a cooperation deal in April initially focusing on small cars, light commercial vehicles and engines.
The cooperation included so far the next-generation Smart ForTwo and Renault Twingo models, as well as the electric versions of the cars, plus the expansion of the Smart and Twingo model lines.
Car emission standards are becoming stricter to fight global warming. Brussels targets an overall level of about 95 grams of CO2 per kilometer by 2020 for new cars sold in Europe.
"We won't be able to meet the target of 95 grams CO2 in 2020 without electric vehicles with batteries and fuel cells," Weber said.
But the new technology is still in its infancy and "it won't be easy to then also earn money with these cars," Weber added.
That's why Daimler has decided to broaden its existing partnership with Renault and Nissan, hoping to cut costs by building scale.
Daimler benefits from economies of scale for small three- and four-cylinder engines, Weber said. "We would have reached quantities of about 500,000 engines at most on our own. Together with Renault we are talking about several million."
Weber added he expects Nissan to purchase a mid-five-digit number of diesel engines from Mercedes as part of the deal.
Daimler shares were up 0.7 percent at 43.98 euros by 11:33 CET, outperforming the DJ Stoxx autos sector index.
Cutting emissions
Daimler will have to bring down its fleet's emissions to below 140g/km of CO2 by 2012 or else risk fines. Emissions of its fleet -- ranging from its Smart brand to the Mercedes S-class and E-class sedans -- equated to 160g/km of CO2 on average last year.
To help get there Daimler agreed in March with China's BYD Co. to develop electric cars for China.
Daimler said it aims to sell 150,000 to 200,000 zero-emission passenger cars in Europe by 2020. The carmaker sold just over a million cars overall last year.
Sales of premium carmakers like Daimler are driven by soaring demand from China as living standards rise in the world's most populous nation.
As a result, Daimler plans to produce more cars in China and to broaden its cooperation with German peer BMW to include purchasing car parts in China, Weber said.
BMW procurement chief Herbert Diess told Reuters about such plans in an interview this month and said he expects to save about 100 million euros ($128.7 million) per year from 2012/2013 thanks to the cooperation with Daimler.
Read more: http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100914/ANE/309149980#ixzz0zk207IlB
Daimler to expand Renault-Nissan pact to EVs, exec says
STUTTGART (Reuters) -- German luxury carmaker Daimler AG is expanding its cooperation with Renault SA and Nissan Motor Co. to develop electric cars in a race to meet tightening emission reduction rules.
Daimler's research chief, Thomas Weber, told Reuters in an interview its cooperation with Renault and Nissan "will be expanded to include all three partners as far as electric motors, batteries and powertrains are concerned".
The move comes as carmakers and car parts suppliers rush to gain a foothold in the market for zero-emission vehicles as deadlines for lower emission levels near.
Toyota Motor Corp. said on Monday it would offer a plug-in version of its Prius model positioned to be the cheapest green car of its kind by 2012.
France's Renault, its Japanese partner Nissan and Daimler signed a cooperation deal in April initially focusing on small cars, light commercial vehicles and engines.
The cooperation included so far the next-generation Smart ForTwo and Renault Twingo models, as well as the electric versions of the cars, plus the expansion of the Smart and Twingo model lines.
Car emission standards are becoming stricter to fight global warming. Brussels targets an overall level of about 95 grams of CO2 per kilometer by 2020 for new cars sold in Europe.
"We won't be able to meet the target of 95 grams CO2 in 2020 without electric vehicles with batteries and fuel cells," Weber said.
But the new technology is still in its infancy and "it won't be easy to then also earn money with these cars," Weber added.
That's why Daimler has decided to broaden its existing partnership with Renault and Nissan, hoping to cut costs by building scale.
Daimler benefits from economies of scale for small three- and four-cylinder engines, Weber said. "We would have reached quantities of about 500,000 engines at most on our own. Together with Renault we are talking about several million."
Weber added he expects Nissan to purchase a mid-five-digit number of diesel engines from Mercedes as part of the deal.
Daimler shares were up 0.7 percent at 43.98 euros by 11:33 CET, outperforming the DJ Stoxx autos sector index.
Cutting emissions
Daimler will have to bring down its fleet's emissions to below 140g/km of CO2 by 2012 or else risk fines. Emissions of its fleet -- ranging from its Smart brand to the Mercedes S-class and E-class sedans -- equated to 160g/km of CO2 on average last year.
To help get there Daimler agreed in March with China's BYD Co. to develop electric cars for China.
Daimler said it aims to sell 150,000 to 200,000 zero-emission passenger cars in Europe by 2020. The carmaker sold just over a million cars overall last year.
Sales of premium carmakers like Daimler are driven by soaring demand from China as living standards rise in the world's most populous nation.
As a result, Daimler plans to produce more cars in China and to broaden its cooperation with German peer BMW to include purchasing car parts in China, Weber said.
BMW procurement chief Herbert Diess told Reuters about such plans in an interview this month and said he expects to save about 100 million euros ($128.7 million) per year from 2012/2013 thanks to the cooperation with Daimler.
Read more: http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100914/ANE/309149980#ixzz0zk207IlB
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
Smart to announce U.S. delivery schedule of Fortwo Electric Drive soon
Back in June of 2010, Smart showed off the second-generation Fortwo Electric Drive (ED) model. At that time, the automaker revealed that 250 EDs would ship stateside, with the first deliveries scheduled for that October. The asking price to lease Smart's battery-powered Fortwo was listed at $599 a month for 48 months (plus $2,500 due at signing, for a total of $31,252 before taxes or any potential government rebates).
A Smart spokesman has now revealed that the automaker is close to announcing the customer delivery schedule for its ED in the U.S. Smart told Green Car Advisor that a notification will come "in very short order." The automaker continued, stating "Some of the 250 (EDs) that will be available for lease have not been spoken for, so folks that are interested are encouraged to sign up now." If becoming a Fortwo ED lessee sounds tempting, then hit up Smart's Team 250 site for a chance to get in on the battery-powered action.
Smart to announce U.S. delivery schedule of Fortwo Electric Drive soon - Autoblog
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
Looks like smart partner Zytek is already developing the 3rd gen electric drive? 
Zytek Developing New Electric Vehicle Powertrain
An all-new Electric Vehicle powertrain is being developed by Zytek Automotive, a UK technology specialist with more production EV experience than any other company worldwide.
Building on the knowledge gained from more than 15 years of niche EV design, manufacture and operation, this new third generation unit is a clean-sheet-of-paper design that will significantly simplify the introduction of next-generation electric vehicles, from niche models to high-volume global programs.
The turn-key package is extremely compact and in air-cooled configuration is up to 45 percent lighter than today’s production EV powertrains. Even the water cooled version, suitable for demanding drive cycles, is up to 30 percent lighter. Available in sizes from 25kW, the highly integrated modular system can be configured for a wide range of vehicle sizes, applications and architectures.
At the heart of the powertrain is Zytek’s new, high efficiency permanent magnet synchronous motor. The high maximum machine speed of 14,000 rpm has enabled generated torque and hence machine size to be reduced considerably, bringing further reductions in cost and weight. When used in conjunction with the Zytek Electric Vehicle Control Module, torque delivery is scheduled in a way that further improves overall efficiency, whilst also eliminating the harshness that can occur during changes in torque demand.
Parallel design and integration of the major subsystems has allowed a high level of optimization. An example is the integration of the charger within the inverter, reducing the number of separate enclosures and connectors required in the vehicle, reducing cost and increasing reliability.
A new transmission, designed specifically for use with the new electric machine, is being developed by transmission specialist Vocis.
The compact dimensions of the new drivetrain make mechanical integration with the vehicle much simpler. The main connections required are High Voltage (to the traction battery) and Low Voltage (for electrical interface with the vehicle). The air cooling option brings a further substantial contribution to reducing weight and complexity by potentially eliminating the entire water cooling system.
The Zytek electric vehicle control module interfaces with all standard vehicle systems such as ABS (Antilock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Programme). It also provides the complete range of expected diagnostic information as well as its own range of diagnostic codes.
Zytek has designed and integrated electric drive systems for a wide range of European and US vehicle manufacturers and is currently building high performance electric drivetrains up to 70 kW and 300 N·m for cars, buses and light commercial vehicles. Their UK facility can accommodate up to 6,000 E-Drive integrations a year in batches as low as 100, providing vehicle manufacturers and large fleets with a highly flexible specialist production resource for their low carbon programs. Zytek can also manufacture up to around 18,000 high efficiency electric traction motors each year, with the option of integrated control systems to further improve overall system weight and packaging.
The design and build of 100 first generation smart ed electric vehicles was managed by Zytek, including support for fleet trials, and the company is now working with smart to manufacture the second generation electric vehicle at ‘smartville’ in Hambach, France, while Tesla Motors supplies the lithium ion batteries.
Zytek Developing New Electric Vehicle Powertrain | Electric Cars Report
Zytek Developing New Electric Vehicle Powertrain
An all-new Electric Vehicle powertrain is being developed by Zytek Automotive, a UK technology specialist with more production EV experience than any other company worldwide.
Building on the knowledge gained from more than 15 years of niche EV design, manufacture and operation, this new third generation unit is a clean-sheet-of-paper design that will significantly simplify the introduction of next-generation electric vehicles, from niche models to high-volume global programs.
The turn-key package is extremely compact and in air-cooled configuration is up to 45 percent lighter than today’s production EV powertrains. Even the water cooled version, suitable for demanding drive cycles, is up to 30 percent lighter. Available in sizes from 25kW, the highly integrated modular system can be configured for a wide range of vehicle sizes, applications and architectures.
At the heart of the powertrain is Zytek’s new, high efficiency permanent magnet synchronous motor. The high maximum machine speed of 14,000 rpm has enabled generated torque and hence machine size to be reduced considerably, bringing further reductions in cost and weight. When used in conjunction with the Zytek Electric Vehicle Control Module, torque delivery is scheduled in a way that further improves overall efficiency, whilst also eliminating the harshness that can occur during changes in torque demand.
Parallel design and integration of the major subsystems has allowed a high level of optimization. An example is the integration of the charger within the inverter, reducing the number of separate enclosures and connectors required in the vehicle, reducing cost and increasing reliability.
A new transmission, designed specifically for use with the new electric machine, is being developed by transmission specialist Vocis.
The compact dimensions of the new drivetrain make mechanical integration with the vehicle much simpler. The main connections required are High Voltage (to the traction battery) and Low Voltage (for electrical interface with the vehicle). The air cooling option brings a further substantial contribution to reducing weight and complexity by potentially eliminating the entire water cooling system.
The Zytek electric vehicle control module interfaces with all standard vehicle systems such as ABS (Antilock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Programme). It also provides the complete range of expected diagnostic information as well as its own range of diagnostic codes.
Zytek has designed and integrated electric drive systems for a wide range of European and US vehicle manufacturers and is currently building high performance electric drivetrains up to 70 kW and 300 N·m for cars, buses and light commercial vehicles. Their UK facility can accommodate up to 6,000 E-Drive integrations a year in batches as low as 100, providing vehicle manufacturers and large fleets with a highly flexible specialist production resource for their low carbon programs. Zytek can also manufacture up to around 18,000 high efficiency electric traction motors each year, with the option of integrated control systems to further improve overall system weight and packaging.
The design and build of 100 first generation smart ed electric vehicles was managed by Zytek, including support for fleet trials, and the company is now working with smart to manufacture the second generation electric vehicle at ‘smartville’ in Hambach, France, while Tesla Motors supplies the lithium ion batteries.
Zytek Developing New Electric Vehicle Powertrain | Electric Cars Report
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
Mercedes-Benz-Blog DIAPORAMA: the smart fortwo ed and Vito E-CELL in Netherlands
Mercedes-Benz-Blog -- Unmistakable. Unique. Classy. Mercedes-Benz. - Electric Drive Special
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
Smart USA delivers first all-electric ED to Army Major EV-fan
As promised, Smart has delivered the first retail second-generation Fortwo Electric Drive (ED) in the U.S. The vehicle was handed over today at the home of Mindy Kimball of Silver Spring, MD by none other than Penske Automotive Group Chairman Roger Penske and Smart USA President Jill Lajdziak. Kimball said the Fortwo ED is the right car for her and that it is "the most modern electric car on the market."
Kimball is a Major in the United States Army, a volunteer presenter with The Climate Project and a member of the Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) of Washington, D.C. The car will be on display in the group's booth at the Washington D.C. Auto Show, which starts tomorrow. Smart USA plans on leasing 250 of these cars across the U.S. before starting series production in 2012.
Smart USA delivers first all-electric ED to Army Major EV-fan - Autoblog
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
Wolfgang
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Google maps adds EV charging stations:
Google Maps adds electric vehicle charging stations - Autoblog
Google Maps adds electric vehicle charging stations - Autoblog
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
1000th smart electric drive
Zytek have achieved a significant milestone with the smart electric drive project in recent weeks. The 1000th smart ed has been produced at the smart facility in Hambach, France. The Zytek team has been working on production of the smart ed since Oct 2010, fitting the smart with Zytek’s custom designed 55kW drivetrain.
The 1000th vehicle has been shipped to the USA, the first smart ed to be delivered to a US customer.
Source: Zytek
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
3rd gen smart fortwo electric drive starts in spring 2012
The demand for the current smart fortwo electric drive with Tesla battery is great. Despite the high price of 700 EUR net (over 48 months), the quantity of 1,000 units was raised to over 1,500 and now to 2,000 units. After Amsterdam now the car2go car-sharing fleet in San Diego, USA is equipped with the fortwo electric drive.
With the new joint-venture for electric motors between Daimler and Bosch, Daimler confirmed now that the delivery of the third generation fortwo electric drive begins for everyone in the spring 2012. The third generation will then have batteries from Daimler joint-venture Evonik and electric motors from the Bosch-Daimler cooperation. Further details will be presented at the IAA in September 2011. A total of over 10,000 smart fortwo electric drive sales are planned in 2012. That would be a market share in the fortwo family of around 10%.
Source: www.jesmb.de
The demand for the current smart fortwo electric drive with Tesla battery is great. Despite the high price of 700 EUR net (over 48 months), the quantity of 1,000 units was raised to over 1,500 and now to 2,000 units. After Amsterdam now the car2go car-sharing fleet in San Diego, USA is equipped with the fortwo electric drive.
With the new joint-venture for electric motors between Daimler and Bosch, Daimler confirmed now that the delivery of the third generation fortwo electric drive begins for everyone in the spring 2012. The third generation will then have batteries from Daimler joint-venture Evonik and electric motors from the Bosch-Daimler cooperation. Further details will be presented at the IAA in September 2011. A total of over 10,000 smart fortwo electric drive sales are planned in 2012. That would be a market share in the fortwo family of around 10%.
Source: www.jesmb.de
Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
smart fortwo electric drive delayed to September 2012, but on schedule in Germany.
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Wolfgang
Kraftwagen König
smart fortwo electric drive info will be released on Monday, March 6, 2012.
It's the first press day of the Geneva auto show.
www.jesmb.de
It's the first press day of the Geneva auto show.
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