UK / Argentina – At the 2024 Cenex event at the UTAC Millbrook proving ground in Bedfordshire, UK (4-5 September), Norwich-based repowering company, Equipmake Ltd, debuted its new next-gen HTM-3500 electric motor for the CV sector. This product is a significant upgrade to its heavy-duty electric motor technology with the new HTM-3500 motor, doubling the continuous power output of its predecessor. The product is aimed at buses, coaches, trucks, and off-highway vehicles, and maintains peak figures of 3500Nm of torque and 400kW of power. However, the continuous power has been increased from 100kW to 200kW at 2500rpm. This improvement enhances the motor’s performance and efficiency during heavy vehicle operations, such as in electric buses and trucks, by providing more reliable power over extended periods.

The HTM-3500 is a direct-drive motor designed to integrate seamlessly into existing vehicle systems without the need for a separate transmission, making it ideal for transitioning from internal combustion engines to zero-emission vehicles. This advancement highlights Equipmake's role as a leader in electrification technology, with the company also forming key partnerships, including a deal with engine maker, Perkins to develop hybrid systems for heavy-duty applications.