Rolls-Royce 102EX Electric Phantom Powered by UQM PowerPhase Propulsion Systems

Knowledge Base: Geneva 2011 Auto Show

LONGMONT, CO--March 4, 2011: UQM Technologies, Inc. electric drive system will power the Rolls-Royce 102EX, Electric-powered Phantom which was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show on March 1, 2011.

“Our systems are used in a variety of vehicles from a motorcycle up to a transit bus, and now in an ultra-luxury car.”

"Our electric motors deliver high-power output in a small package, requiring minimal space in the vehicle--a crucial requirement in the Rolls-Royce project," said Eric Ridenour, President and CEO of UQM Technologies. "Additionally, the quality, performance and craftsmanship of our PowerPhase electric propulsion system make it a great match for the ultra-luxury Rolls-Royce brand."

According to Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, the 102EX will tour during 2011, serving as a test bed to gather data that will be crucial for the company to base future decisions on alternative drivetrains. Through test drives, owners will be given the opportunity to experience an alternative drivetrain technology and give feedback on their experiences, thoughts and concerns directly to Rolls-Royce.

The 102EX uses two 145kW PowerPhase electric propulsion systems to deliver the performance required by Rolls-Royce. Combined, the electric motors produce 388 horsepower and 590 ft-lbs of torque.

"The selection of our PowerPhase systems by Rolls-Royce reinforces our ability to build and provide electric-propulsion solutions for a wide variety of vehicle platforms," added Ridenour. "Our systems are used in a variety of vehicles from a motorcycle up to a transit bus, and now in an ultra-luxury car."

The Rolls-Royce electric 102EX Phantom joins international auto makers Saab and Audi, that have selected UQM Technologies electric propulsion systems to power their pre-production test fleets.

The company has 40,000 units of annual production capacity for its PowerPhase electric propulsion systems to support the commercial launch of CODA Automotive and other customer vehicles powered by its electric propulsion systems. UQM is also supplying Proterra Inc. with 150kW PowerPhase electric propulsion systems for its electric and hybrid electric, composite transit buses.

About UQM Technologies

UQM Technologies is a developer and manufacturer of power-dense, high-efficiency electric motors, generators and power electronic controllers for the automotive, aerospace, military and industrial markets. A major emphasis for UQM is developing products for the alternative-energy technologies sector, including propulsion systems for electric, hybrid electric, plug-in hybrid electric and fuel cell electric vehicles, under-the-hood power accessories and other vehicle auxiliaries. UQM headquarters, engineering, product development center and manufacturing operation are located in Longmont, Colorado.

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