by New technology for electric vehicles
Despite the active development of electric vehicle technologies by Chinese manufacturers, European auto giants are also not standing still. The Stellantis concern, together with Saft, a company owned by the energy giant TotalEnergies, has presented a promising development.
The prototype, created on the basis of the Peugeot E-3008, is equipped with a new type of battery developed under the IBIS initiative. The main feature is the integration of the inverter and charging device directly into the battery unit. The system supports both alternating and direct current charging, and also powers the car’s 12-volt architecture and auxiliary systems.
Improved characteristics
The claimed advantages of the new technology are significant:
Charging time is reduced by up to 15%. For example, a full charge at a standard 7 kW station now takes about 6 hours instead of 7.
Testing stage
The technology is currently in the early stages of development. Testing of the IBIS system is gradually expanding and will include road tests. If the work continues successfully, the system could appear in production cars by the end of this decade.
Chief Engineering and Technology Officer Ned Curic explains: “This project reflects our belief that simplification is innovation. By rethinking and simplifying the electric drive architecture, we are making it lighter, more efficient, and more cost-effective. It is precisely such innovations that help us offer customers better and more affordable electric vehicles.”
This development demonstrates how traditional automakers are adapting to the challenges of the electric vehicle market. Integrating key components into the battery not only improves technical characteristics but can also significantly impact production costs. Similar technologies could become a key factor in the competition with Chinese manufacturers, especially in the segment of affordable electric vehicles for the mass consumer.
