Electric scooter firm Silence, based in Barcelona, stands out with its innovative approach to high-performance models, featuring distinctive roll-along removable batteries.
Now, in a strategic move to elevate their scooters to new heights, the company has partnered with IRP Systems, a prominent electric powertrain manufacturer to deliver new upgrades for the vehicles.
Unveiling the Power-Packed Collaboration
Electric scooters pushing highway speeds face a common challenge - the need for substantial batteries to maintain optimal range. Weight becomes a limiting factor, especially since riders often remove batteries for indoor charging.
Silence has redefined this paradigm with batteries exceeding 5 kWh, surpassing the industry norm of 1.5 to 2 kWh. According to Electrek's report, the secret lies in a groundbreaking design featuring wheels that enable effortless rolling, eliminating the need to lift the battery's weight.
Silence's batteries incorporate a unique latch mechanism, akin to an ambulance gurney, allowing the wheels to drop down effortlessly. This ingenuity ensures a seamless experience for riders, revolutionizing the process of battery removal and indoor charging.
With that, its distinctive design sets Silence apart in the competitive electric scooter landscape.
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Elevating Performance: The IRP Systems Partnership
In a recent announcement, Silence disclosed a strategic partnership with IRP Systems, integrating the latter's Dynamic 6 motor controllers into their scooters and other vehicles.
This collaboration signifies a commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric mobility, enhancing the performance of Silence's electric scooters and potentially extending to other platforms.
Expanding Beyond Scooters
The collaboration's potential extends beyond electric scooters, likely encompassing vehicles like the Silence S04, an electric quadricycle resembling a microcar.
With offset seats and powered by two Silence scooter batteries, the S04 demonstrates the adaptability of the design. The incorporation of IRP's motor controllers across different platforms showcases the versatility inherent in this groundbreaking partnership.
Driving Innovation in E-Mobility
Moran Price, CEO of IRP Systems, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, emphasizing the potential to deliver cutting-edge electric vehicles. The partnership aims to reinforce Silence's dominance in the e-mobility market, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in innovation.
Meanwhile, Eduardo Quesada, R&D Director in Silence, commented about the company's recent move.
"The collaboration with IRP Systems has been very close for more than 3 years. Silence and IRP have jointly developed the new motor controller for our vehicles according to the highest safety and quality standards. Proof of the good results of the collaboration is the introduction of these controllers in our range of 4-wheel vehicles," Quesada said.
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