© Reuters Williams Advanced Engineering Unveils Newest EV Platform
By Michael Elkins
Technology and engineering company, Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE), unveiled its newest electric vehicle platform, dubbed the EV-R, at the Low Carbon Vehicle Show in the UK.
The EV-R is the latest version of WAE’s EV platform that the company says, “enables brands to launch unique high-performance electric vehicles based on a state-of-the-art yet cost-effective platform.”
According to the company, the platform can support a range of electric hypercar configurations, from track-only vehicles to roadgoing models.
“EVR combines WAE’s exceptional expertise in motorsport-bred lightweight, composite structures and high-performance battery powertrains with our knowledge in developing and delivering electric vehicle programmes. It rapidly accelerates high-performance electrification offering a turnkey solution for both start-ups and OEMs with an affordable business case, reduced time to market and a highly flexible architecture,” says Paul McNamara, WAE’s Technical Director.
WAC released additional specifications noting that with an 85 kWh battery and an output of 2,212 hp, the platform would allow for a 0-62 mph time of less than 2 seconds as well as top speed in excess of 248 mph, promising a range of 279 miles.
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