This Briefcase-Sized Powertrain Could Turn EVs Into Range-Extenders With Ease

This Briefcase-Sized Powertrain Could Turn EVs Into Range-Extenders With Ease

Horse has introduced an ultra-compact, range-extended powertrain. It consists of a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, a generator, inverter, and cooling package. It’s roughly the size of a very large briefcase and could turn EVs into range-extenders. Automakers who were singing the praises of electric vehicles have suddenly changed their tune and started belting out Ice Ice Baby. They’re now getting a little help from Horse, which has unveiled a ne…

Horse Powertrain unveils compact range extender technology

Horse Powertrain will reveal its Horse C15 range extender system at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, offering automakers a compact solution to convert BEVs into range-extended models with minimal [...] The post Horse Powertrain unveils compact range extender technology appeared first on Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International.

Horse reveals drop-in range-extender conversion for EVs

Renault, Geely and Aramco-backed engine builder claims new kit is no larger than a briefcase Renault-backed combustion engine firm Horse has revealed a range-extender powertrain that has been designed to allow easy conversions of battery-electric vehicles. The new set-up, which will be shown by the Renault, Geely and Aramco joint-venture at the Munich motor show, comprises a naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine with an integrated g…