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Chrysler TEVan
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The Chrysler TEVan was a BEV produced from 1993 to 1995 by Chrysler and was sold primarily to electric utilities. It was the first generation and used either Nickel-iron batteries or nickel-cadmium batteries. The second generation, named the EPIC (Electric Powered Interurban Commuter Vehicle), was launched in 1997 with advanced Lead-acid batteries and later in 1998 with nickel metal-hydride batteries. It was built on the same production line as the gasoline minivans at Daimler Chrysler's Windsor Assembly Plant in Ontario Canada. It was offered for lease in New York and California in 1999. It had a top speed of 70mph, seating for 5 adults, and curb weight of 5060 lbs.
Batteries
The 180v nickel-cadmium pack consisted of 30 SAFT STM5-180 6V 180Ah batteries in 6 removable pods under the floor of the car, delivering over 50 miles of range, and used an automatic watering system for easy battery maintainance. The nickel-iron pack consisted of 30 Eagle-Picher 6V 200Ah batteries in 6 pods under the floor and delivered over 60 miles of range. The TEVan owners manual states 80 miles of range. The EPIC initially used advanced lead-acid batteries and later in 1998 used nickel metal-hydride batteries.
Charger
The TEVans' on-board charger was a PFC (Power Factor Corrected) Martin-Marietta and accepted 120VAC@20A, 240VAC@20A, 240VAC@40A, or as high as 220VAC@40A-3 phase as inputs.
Powertrain
The TEVan used a 27 hp, 70 hp max, (48 kW) Sep-Ex GE DC traction motor, a 2 speed transmission, a clutch, and park, the controller was also made by GE. The EPIC used an AC traction motor and single speed transmissions.
Accessories
The TEVan had an 8.8 Kw ceramic electric heater, the 120A DC/DC converter provided all 12V power, there was no auxilary (12V) battery. Gauges included motor temp and SOC (state of charge) using the stock fuel and temperature guages. It was also equiped with electric air conditioning (R-134a), regenerative braking, power brakes, power steering, AM/FM Stereo, airbags. The stock tires were Goodyear P205/75R15 Momentum's at 50PSI.
External links
- WikiPedia:Chrysler TEVan
- Dave Davidson's '93 Dodge TEVan - evalbum
- Don Buckshot's '93 Dodge TEVan - evalbum
- James Wolfe's '93 Dodge Caravan - evalbum
- article
- ebay
Epic ElectricDrive Specs
Data from http://electricdrive.org Vehicle Size: Overall Length (in.): 186.3 Overall Width (in.): 75 Overall Height (in.): 68 Wheel Base (in.): 113.3 Curb Weight (lbs.): N/A Payload (lbs.): 800 Number of Occupants: 5 passengers Electric Power Plant: Voltage: 336 Motor Type: AC Induction Horsepower: 100 hp Power: N/A Battery Type: Ni-MH Battery Modules: 28 Vehicle Systems: Recharging Specifications: Conductive Charging (440v fast-charge capability) Transmission: Single-speed, automatic Suspension: N/A Steering: Power Air Bags: Driver and passenger side Tires: P205/75R/15 low-rolling resistance tires Brake Assist: Power Regenerative Braking: Equipped Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS): 4-Wheel Equipped Air Conditioning/Heater: Equipped Audio System (AM/FM/CD): AM/FM Performance: Range: 80-90 miles Acceleration: 0 - 60 mph in 17 seconds Maximum Speed: 80 mph Recharging Time: 4-5 hours (220v) / 30 minutes (440v) Contact Information: Chrysler http://www.fleet.chrysler.com Availability: Out of production - projected release of new Chrysler EV Platform.