TECO Forges Global Green Mobility Landscape: Expanding into Fast Charging Stations and Electrification of Modified Vehicles Market.
The 2024 E-Mobility Taiwan expo kicked off
today (April 17th), with TECO unveiling its latest offerings under the theme
"Green Mobility Partner: TECO's Efficient Electric Vehicle Power
Ecosystem." Alongside the introduction of the new "SiC
High-Efficiency Direct Drive System" designed for 12-meter buses, TECO
showcased its 130kW 2-in-1 powertrain system, already integrated into modified
muscle cars in the United States. Additionally, TECO presented modular powertrain
systems tailored for various applications including marine vessels,
agricultural machinery, and utility vehicles. Chairman Sophia Chiu highlighted
TECO's proactive expansion into the overseas electric vehicle market. She
emphasized the integration of TECO's green energy ecosystem, which spans from
energy storage and mobile prefabricated electrical platforms to diverse
electric vehicle powertrain systems and charging infrastructure. Earlier this
year, TECO established a new sales company in North America, signaling a
strategic move to bolster its global supply chain. With ambitions to penetrate
various application markets in mainland China, India, and North America, TECO
aims to seize opportunities in sustainable mobility and green transportation.
TECO Actively Position Itself in North
American Charging Station Market, Diversifying from Powering Trucks to Muscle
Car Modifications
TECO's expansion of its EV-related products
into the global market, coupled with its supply chain layout, has seen the
establishment of a new sales company, NEXE, in the North American market
earlier this year. Its primary offerings include electric vehicle charging
solutions. TECO has announced its entry into the North American infrastructure
market for charging facilities, having recently completed several public
charging stations and school bus charging stations by the end of March. TECO's
North American sales company is equipped to provide comprehensive charging
station solutions, covering everything from the hardware and software of
charging piles to communication, debugging, warranty, and daily maintenance.
NEXE not only offers customized one-stop services for customers but also
commits to providing rapid maintenance services within 6 hours.
TECO-Westinghouse, a subsidiary of TECO, has established a production line for
DC fast charging stations, scheduled to commence operations in the third
quarter of this year. This move is anticipated to inject new momentum into
green energy revenue streams.
TECO is actively expanding its powertrain
system supply chain in the North American market, seizing new business
opportunities. The company has already secured projects in the United States,
adapting powertrain systems originally designed for 3.5-ton cargo vans for use
in muscle car or used car electrification projects after performance
modifications. These modified systems boast peak power output of 130kW and
torque output of 250Nm, with additional gearbox assistance allowing torque to
reach a maximum of 270Nm. During the exhibition, TECO extended special
invitations to North American clients to share their experiences.
TECO
Introduces Four Innovative Models of SiC High-Efficiency, Low-Loss Direct Drive
Power Systems
TECO emphasizes its position as the first
domestic company in Taiwan with independent research, design, and manufacturing
capabilities for electric bus powertrain systems compliant with DMIT standards.
This year, TECO has introduced a new product line of modular motor designs for
direct drive power systems, leveraging SiC module technology for three major
advantages: compact size, high efficiency, and high-power output. The power
output of these power systems can be customized according to customer
requirements, offering options of 200kW, 250kW, 300kW, and 350kW. These systems
demonstrate the advantages of energy efficiency, low noise, and low maintenance
costs for the entire vehicle. They are applicable to electric buses of various
sizes, covering models ranging from 7 to 12 meters (with mid-mounted direct
drive chassis), meeting the power performance demands of the North American
school bus market as well. This modular system aids vehicle manufacturers in
optimizing space utilization layouts and delivers outstanding system efficiency
exceeding 97%. In response to the trend of high-voltage 800V fast charging,
TECO also offers SiC high-efficiency drivers, boasting efficiency levels
exceeding 99%, compatible with motors delivering peak power output of up to
350kW.
Introducing TP+: TECO Unveils Modular
Product Series for Diverse Vehicle Applications
In recent years, governments worldwide have
been actively promoting subsidies for vehicle electrification. TECO's TP+
modular product series has also embraced this trend. Beyond transportation
vehicles, it caters to the electrification of ships, specialized engineering
vehicles, and electric agricultural machinery, offering high-torque, low-speed
power output.
TECO emphasizes its alignment with the
trend of localization in the electric vehicle industry. On one hand, TECO is
strengthening its global supply chain, while on the other hand, it is actively
expanding its overseas electrification ecosystem. This ecosystem encompasses
renewable energy generation, energy storage, microgrid distribution, electric
vehicle powertrain systems, and charging systems. By leveraging the resources
and networks of TECO-Westinghouse Motors in North America, the company is
constructing a blueprint for the group's green mobility business.