German premium carmakers BMW and Daimler are partnering for the Technical University Munich's (TUM) Visio.M joint research project to develop cost-effective, efficient and safe small electric vehicles.
The project, which will build on the basis of the University's MUTE prototype, aims to create an EV prototype that meets European regulations, with a power output of 15kW and a kerb weight of 400kg, without the battery.
As a lead manager, BMW will work with more than 15 private companies and public associations from across the country to investigate innovations and new technologies for vehicle safety, propulsion, energy storage and operational concepts, intended for large-scale production.
The project secured EUR10.8m ($14.2m) funding from Germany's Federal Ministry for Education and Research.
