Tata Technologies, the engineering and design arm of Tata Motors, has been chosen by US-based Genovation Cars to plan and develop a model of an electric car for it.
The Maryland-based producer of environmentally friendly cars is involved in production and designing of battery-run, custom-designed cars for the US market, although on a very small scale.
The electric car to be constructed by Tata Technologies will have the umbrella name of G2 and entail major use of non-conventional items to construct fused body panels, including bamboo, flax seed and other natural fibres.
The steel used in the tubular frame will be made from recycled steel. Flame-resistant natural materials might be used in the construction of door panels, carpet, roof-liner, seat fabric and cushioning and sound-proofing.
The G2 model will involve Genovation’s research and development used into the G1 model, including the fixing of electric motor, battery string, battery management system, safety system and HVAC, controller and instrumentation.
In the initial phase of development, which will take place over a 5 month period, Tata Technologies will offer 2 design iterations to comprise two-door and four-door models, scale models, an elaborate time-line, aerodynamic and crash analysis.
Tata Technologies, will be the main contractor, and will sub-contract with Mexico-based Metalsa for the structural design and manufacturing ability analysis. It will also associate with Dana Thermal Products for the cars’ thermal working for electric systems cooling and cabin climate control.
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