{"id":193650,"date":"2025-12-25T20:26:23","date_gmt":"2025-12-25T20:26:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/ferdinand-porsche-created-the-first-car-with-an-electric-motor-in-each-wheel-today-a-chinese-manufacturer-is-set-to-make-it-a-reality\/"},"modified":"2025-12-25T20:26:24","modified_gmt":"2025-12-25T20:26:24","slug":"ferdinand-porsche-created-the-first-car-with-an-electric-motor-in-each-wheel-today-a-chinese-manufacturer-is-set-to-make-it-a-reality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/ferdinand-porsche-created-the-first-car-with-an-electric-motor-in-each-wheel-today-a-chinese-manufacturer-is-set-to-make-it-a-reality\/","title":{"rendered":"Ferdinand Porsche Created the First Car with an Electric Motor in Each Wheel; Today, a Chinese Manufacturer is Set to Make It a Reality"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div>\n<h2>The Breakthrough of the Dongfeng e\u03c0 007<\/h2>\n<p>The Dongfeng e\u03c0 007 is making waves in the automotive industry as it becomes the world&#8217;s first mass-produced sedan featuring an electric motor integrated into each wheel. This innovative design is a significant leap forward in vehicle technology, reviving the pioneering concept originally envisaged by Ferdinand Porsche over a century ago.<\/p>\n<h3>Innovative Engineering<\/h3>\n<p>What sets the e\u03c0 007 apart is its pioneering use of in-wheel motors, allowing it to eliminate traditional mechanical components such as the differential and drive shafts. Each wheel packs an independent motor, boasting a power output of 100 kW. Combined, these motors deliver an impressive 400 kW (536 HP) of power. This architecture not only enhances efficiency by approximately 30%\u2014thanks to reduced mechanical losses\u2014but also provides unprecedented control over each wheel, enabling rapid torque responses in milliseconds.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset-image article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"asset-content\">\n<div class=\"caption-img \">\n<p>        <span>The electric motor that is attached to each wheel<\/span>\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Significant Advantages<\/h3>\n<p>The design of the e\u03c0 007 brings numerous practical benefits. According to official reports, features include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A 10% to 15% reduction in turning radius, enhancing maneuverability.<\/li>\n<li>25% increased efficiency in energy regeneration due to better braking control across all four wheels.<\/li>\n<li>Lower maintenance costs, estimated to be 20% to 30% less than conventional vehicles.<\/li>\n<li>Improved interior space, as the removal of the transmission tunnel allows for a flat cabin floor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>A Historic Test of Viability<\/h2>\n<p>The e\u03c0 007 serves as a critical test to ascertain whether the long-abandoned concept of in-wheel electric motors can gain a foothold in modern automotive markets. While several startups have attempted to implement this technology, most have faced financial challenges and failed to reach mass production. Dongfeng, being one of China\u2019s leading state-supported automobile manufacturers, brings a level of stability and backing, crucial for commercial success.<\/p>\n<p>This vehicle could redefine consumer attitudes towards electric cars, thanks to recent advancements in miniaturizing electronic components, which have addressed past concerns about weight and practicality. Can Dongfeng effectively appeal to a broader market? The potential is there, but it remains to be seen if consumers will embrace this cutting-edge design.<\/p>\n<h3>Variety and Pricing<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to the e\u03c0 007, Dongfeng has also introduced updated variants, including the e\u03c0 007+, which offers a range of electric and extended-range options. The base price starts at approximately 139,900 yuan (around \u20ac16,788), making it an attractive option for consumers looking for modern electric vehicles.<\/p>\n<p>The various configurations offer different power outputs and battery options, catering to diverse needs. With a dual motor version offering a 400 kW output and a substantial driving range of 565 km, the e\u03c0 007 aims to deliver both performance and practicality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Breakthrough of the Dongfeng e\u03c0 007 The Dongfeng e\u03c0 007 is making waves in the automotive industry as it becomes the world&#8217;s first mass-produced sedan featuring an electric motor integrated into each wheel. This innovative design is a significant leap forward in vehicle technology, reviving the pioneering concept originally envisaged by Ferdinand Porsche over [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":193651,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36399],"tags":[475,2394,2103,2368,9178,19260,13917,30685,2117,1428,1652,2797],"class_list":["post-193650","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-technology","tag-car","tag-chinese","tag-created","tag-electric","tag-ferdinand","tag-manufacturer","tag-motor","tag-porsche","tag-reality","tag-set","tag-today","tag-wheel"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/193650","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=193650"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/193650\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":193652,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/193650\/revisions\/193652"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/193651"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=193650"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=193650"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=193650"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}