Characteristics of Motors for Low - speed Electric Vehicles ("Laotoule")
1. Low - speed & High Torque Design
Designed for low - speed mobility (typically ≤50km/h), these motors prioritize torque for climbing slopes and starting smoothly, suitable for urban short - distance travel.
2. Cost - effective & Simple Structure
Most use brushed DC motors or low - cost brushless DC motors, with fewer components for easy maintenance and lower production costs.
3. Compact & Lightweight
Fits the small frame of "Laotoule", reducing vehicle weight to optimize energy efficiency.
4. Low Voltage Compatibility
Operates on low - voltage systems (48V - 72V), matching the battery configuration of low - speed vehicles and minimizing safety risks.
Applications
- Urban Short - distance Transportation: Used in elderly - friendly scooters, cargo tricycles, and low - speed passenger cars for daily shopping, commuting, or neighborhood travel.
- Community & Campus Mobility: Applied in enclosed areas like residential complexes, campuses, or parks for short - range passenger or cargo transport.
- Suburban & Rural Use: Suitable for rough rural roads, providing affordable mobility for farming or daily needs.
Market Overview
1. Growing Demand in Emerging Markets
Popular in developing countries/regions (e.g., China's lower - tier cities, Southeast Asia) due to affordable prices and practicality for daily use.
2. Policy - driven Segmentation
Markets vary by regulations: legal in areas allowing low - speed EVs, while stricter regions may see growth in compliant, certified motor models.
3. Competition & Innovation
Brands focus on cost control and performance optimization, with brushless DC motors gradually replacing brushed ones for higher efficiency.
4. Integration with EV Trends
As global electrification rises, some manufacturers are upgrading motors for better energy saving and smart control to align with low - speed EV standardization.