A new bet on electric mobility
in an instant Accelerating change for the sector Electric vehicle (EV)Chinese manufacturer GAC Aion It launched the Aion UT Super model (in collaboration with battery giant CATL and e-commerce platform JD.com). A more destructive solution Currently, it is an in-station battery swapping system that completes the job in just 99 seconds.
of technology It is based on the system.chocolate swapWhen using CATL’s “Choco-SEB”, standardized batteryautomated exchange stations, and new user experiences for EV drivers.
Technical details and prices
Autonomy and dynamics
he Aion UT Super equip one 54kWh battery (LFP version) According to official Chinese statistics: Autonomous driving of approximately 500km Under CLTC cycle. The output is 100kW, which is equivalent to approximately 134 horsepower.
their countermeasure They are 4.27 meters long, 1.85 meters wide, and one wheelbase 2.75 meters.
battery replacement system
The differentiating factor is Battery replacement process: The driver arrives at a compatible station, removes the dead battery and replaces it with a charged battery in just a few minutes. 99 seconds. In the test video, the process was completed in just a few moments 88 secondsexceeds official promises.
Additionally, this model maintains the following options: traditional cargo Recover to maximum via outlet 80% capacity In about 26 minutes.
Pricing and commercial strategy
his price in china Part of 89,900 yuan (about $12,600) if battery included. with option of rentthe cost will drop to 49,900 yuan. It is estimated that in Europe it will be approximately 12,000 euros and 14,500 euros.
Aion UT Super replaced the battery at the CATL Chocolate Battery Swap Station. Time: 88 seconds.#CATL pic.twitter.com/U3K4ecaypX
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Market and user impact
Reducing “independence anxiety”
one of major barrier Due to concerns about the introduction of EVs, Charging time and autonomy. It aims to provide a feeling of use as immediate as filling a traditional tank with water, increasing acceptance.
Infrastructure and scalability
of system expansion depends on the effective deployment of exchange station Throughout the territory. CATL is already 800 stations in China The goal is to have more than 1,000 by the end of 2025 and 2,500 in more than 120 cities by 2026.
Challenges and open questions
- Battery standardization: Although a common format is used, compatibility between manufacturers is a technical challenge.
- Broadcasting station coverage: Despite its introduction, there are still areas that do not have access to this infrastructure.
- International expansion: This model is not yet available outside of China. Its introduction in Europe will depend on regulations, costs and local agreements.
- Business model: For models with battery rental, a different formula is proposed with regular payments that must be evaluated by the user.
This Chinese vehicle big evolution within the concept of electric mobility. allow Smoother user experiencewith great autonomy and competitive access costs.
Aion UT Super sparks a new paradigm. sustainable mobility, Charging time system, it barely exceeds the amount of refueling. replaceable battery No more waiting.
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