Aluminium on the wheels: Top 3 latest Electric Vehicle models unveiled in 2022

Contributed by: Team AlCircle

December 7, 2022

With growing environmental consciousness amongst consumers globally, electric vehicles are steadily capturing the markets, and the newly launched EVs are proof. According to the latest data, the EV market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 24.3%, exhibiting exponential growth between 2021-2028. Besides the consumers who have been grappling with the rapidly escalating fuel costs, aluminium makers and vehicle manufacturers are also optimistic about the developments. This is because aluminium forms a crucial part of EVs. The lightweight metal considerably reduces the weight of the vehicles, making them more fuel efficient; therefore, automobile manufacturers can cut down on battery sizes and costs.

National and international automobile manufacturers eagerly look forward to dominating this emerging EV market with stylish models and top-notch features. Therefore, the future of aluminium in the transport sector has entered its golden era. Famous brands have recently launched new electric vehicles in 2022, and this article will tell you all about the top 3 electric vehicles of the year.

Spectre by Rolls Royce:

Who would have thought that Rolls Royce, an iconic automobile brand, would enter the EV race? Well, here it is! Rolls Royce has introduced its first-ever EV, and it is gorgeous. It is a luxurious two- door model and has the classic Rolls Royce look. It measures around 5.4 metres in length and 2 metres in width. The width improves the car's aerodynamic capacity. The seats in this model have a new appearance with different piping and embroidery. While the car's build resembles older models, the interior is equipped with new-age technology, including a wide touchscreen display and high-tech instrument cluster. The Spectre boasts an aluminium space-frame chassis, and the build is 30% sturdier than all other Rolls Royce models. This car will go from 0 to 100 kmph in just 3.4 seconds and have a 520 km driving range.

Tesla Model 3 by Tesla:

You must talk about EVs and mention Tesla. The organisation started the conversation around electric vehicles of its new EV model, the Tesla Model 3. It is a sedan with a sleek and sporty look. The car has impressive range and power. Depending on your chosen model, the vehicle can go from 0 to 60kmph in 5.8 seconds. The Longer Range and the Performance range go faster. The RWD Model 3 battery also supports 272 miles, whereas the Performance model battery offers 315 miles of range. Tesla also developed a new aluminium casting technology to make vehicle subframes as single parts. It can be seen in the new model. The Tesla Model 3 chassis will be produced from front and rear single-piece frames connected with a structural battery case. It will incorporate several parts that were separately welded together. The process eliminated 370 components. Tesla is also known for putting robots to work. The new chassis system reduces the number of robots used in the assembly line from 1000 to 300. Furthermore, the model will have all the high-tech features of any Tesla car, including the self-drive package.

Aston Martin AMB 001 Pro:

If you think EVs are limited to four-wheelers, then Aston Martin is here to correct you. Aston Martin and Brough Superior have collaborated to build a beast on wheels - the Aston Martin AMB 001 Pro. It is a super-fast bike designed by Aston Martin and produced by Brough Superior. Succeeding the track-only bike Aston Martin AMB 001, this bike has a lighter frame and a better engine design. A 997cc water-cooled V-twin engine will power the bike, and the kilo bike has a dry weight of 386 pounds and a power-to-weight ratio similar to an F1 car. The Aston Martin AMB 001 Pro is an aluminium-intensive model. The makers use solid billet aluminium to give more strength to the V- twin engines. The overall design also underwent various changes to make the bike lightweight. It has a CNC aluminium frame and carbon fibre bodywork. Additionally, the front fork and swing-arm are also made of CNC aluminium. The bike also has an aluminium badge which is 99.4% lighter than traditional lacewing enamel badges classic to Aston Martin.

Final Words:

The three models above prove that aluminium is the metal of choice for EV makers as they are striving to make lighter and more efficient models.

And why only these three iconic companies? Many Indian EV start-ups, especially the electric vehicle startups in Bangalore, also use aluminium in their vehicles. A few of these are Altigreen, Ather Energy, and Pravaig. West Bengal’s Hindustan Motors, the iconic Landmaster cars and Ambassadors manufacturer, is also entering the EV segment. They have made an official announcement to this effect.

New-age brands, old and new brands like the Bangalore EV start-up brands and Hindustan Motors, with a futuristic vision and environmental sustainability at the core of their business philosophy, heavily rely on aluminium. It is only a matter of time before the aluminium industry rides the waves of success on an EV.