GKN trials BEV with two-speed transmission

Based on a Jeep Renegade, the 'GTD19' demonstrator vehicle is undergoing extensive testing at GKN's annual winter testing programme in Arjeplog, Sweden, and showcases how automakers can use drivetrain innovations to achieve industry-leading standards of efficiency, safety and driving dynamics in Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) models.

The GTD19 is equipped with an optimised two-speed 'Seamless shift' eTransmission and smart shifting strategy, which has the potential to extend vehicle range as well as provide greater torque, acceleration and a higher top speed. Efficiency is further enhanced by the GTD19's eAxle's coaxial format, while exceptional stability and dynamic performance is possible thanks to the torque vectoring capability of GKN's eTwinster system.

Hannes Prenn, COO of GKN ePowertrain commented, "This new technology demonstrator showcases how we are evolving and improving integrated eDrive technologies to help OEMs further improve efficiency, safety and driving dynamics."