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TORONTO, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

- Delivers extensive cost savings and extends EV range by up to 15%

- Expertly designed for the next generation of electric vehicles

- Features scalable design for wide range of vehicle applications

Inmotive, a Canadian-based automotive supplier, has launched its patented

Ingear(TM) two-speed transmission(

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). Invented and designed for the next generation of electric vehicles, the

Ingear features a simple and durable design that enables a more efficient

powertrain, with extended range, at lower cost.

Inmotive recently completed its extensive pre-production testing of the Ingear,

has integrated it into a demonstration vehicle and is ready for full market

implementation. Test units are available to qualified OEMs.

"This next-generation transmission offers an entirely new way of looking at

multi-speed transmissions for electric vehicles and extends significant

benefits to a wide range of other market segments as well," said Paul Bottero,

CEO, Inmotive. "It is the first two-speed transmission of its kind to be

effectively ready for global market adoption."

How it works

Currently, most EVs use single-speed transmissions, however, equipping an EV

with an Ingear transmission lowers cost, extends range and improves

acceleration times, highway passing capability, top-speed and gradeability.

Typically, there are two reduction gears between the electric motor and the

wheels, with the motor turning about nine times for each revolution of the

wheels. The Ingear replaces the second reduction gear with a continuous chain

drive and a morphing sprocket. To shift, an actuator directs sprocket segments

into place during a single revolution of the wheels, effectively increasing or

decreasing the gear ratio. The Ingear's patented geometry keeps the motor and

wheels in sync, enabling continuous torque flow throughout the shift process(

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).

By enabling the drivetrain to operate more efficiently with low and high-gear

ability, less energy is wasted resulting in more range from each charge.

Similarly, regeneration is improved and is continuous, even while downshifting.

"We've found that today's automatic transmissions fall short of what the EV

industry needs," said Bottero. "With an efficient design and substantial cost

savings to the OEM, we believe the Ingear transmission checks all of the boxes

that OEMs have been looking for and will help support wide-spread adoption of

EVs."

Delivering ultimate performance

Key benefits of the new Ingear transmission include:

     - Cost Saving – By integrating the simple and low-component-count Ingear

       into high volume integrated drive units, OEMs can save more than $1,500

       per passenger vehicle. This savings is possible through using less

       battery and less expensive electric motors and inverters all while

       maintaining the same range and improving acceleration. In addition to

       OEM savings, fleet owners will save about $2,000 in operating

       (electricity) costs over three years.

     - Compact – Designed to wrap around the differential, the Ingear is only

       slightly larger than a typical single speed transmission.

     - Quick, smooth and quiet – The Ingear shifts in less than a single

       revolution of the wheels. The motor is kept in constant contact with the

       wheels and can continuously apply torque even during the shift. Gear

       ratios change gradually and torque fill algorithms maintain a smooth

       passenger experience. Acceleration times can be improved by up to 15%.

     - Efficient and reliable – The Ingear extends the range of a typical

       vehicle by up to 15% by optimizing motor efficiency and reducing

       parasitic losses. It also improves towing, hill-climbing and top-speed.

Technology adoption

Ingear is not a "one size fits all" technology. Its design flexibility enables

OEMs to customize the size and scale of the technology based on the specific

vehicle type. While initial development has focused on the passenger car

market, the technology can be adapted for a wide range of vehicles, including

commercial, off-highway and fuel cell applications.

Inmotive currently has development contracts with two global OEMs and is in

discussion with several other OEMs from around the world for implementation.

About Inmotive Inc.

Inmotive is the Canadian based inventor of the Ingear, an ultra-efficient

multi-speed powertrain technology for a wide range of applications. The Ingear

extends electric vehicle range at very low additional cost and weight, while

providing continuous torque during smooth shifts. Its highly reliable design

also increases torque, acceleration, gradeability and top speed and is

protected with 16 patents issued and 17 patents pending. Inmotive is

headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with offices in India and China.

More information is available at www.inmotive.com.

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Media Contact

Brittney Popa

MBE Group on behalf of Inmotive

+1 (248) 554-3507

bpopa@mbe.group

SOURCE: Inmotive