I’ve never seen an ICE car need two engines to drive all four wheels. Why do EVs need 2 motors? Wouldn’t a transmission be cheaper than another motor?

  • ircsmith@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    There is an EV company that may produce a car with 4 motors. I think It is from Sabb.

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      10 months ago

      Rivian sells both 2-motor and 4-motor versions of their trucks.

      I think the Saabs that you’re talking about were motor-in-wheel technology which is a very different thing: it is great for efficiency and packaging, but all the unsprung weight is a challenge.