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Since its inception over a century ago, the automotive industry has relentlessly evolved, giving birth to numerous technological milestones. The still most widespread internal combustion engine has revolutionized our mobility and experienced significant advancements. However, in recent years, the growing concern for environmental impacts and the desire for sustainable solutions have paved the way for a new era: the era of electromobility.

Electric vehicles have become a rising trend, fundamentally changing the way we commute. With a focus on environmentally friendly propulsion and innovative technologies, electric cars have gained immense popularity in recent years.

Current sales figures and forecasts clearly indicate that the demand for electric vehicles is steadily growing, enlarging their market share. Automotive manufacturers are heavily investing in the development and production of electric vehicles to meet the growing needs of consumers and simultaneously shape a sustainable future. The fact is, the automotive industry will undergo significant changes due to the initiated structural transformation and disruptive propulsion concepts.

According to a study by McKinsey, in the EU, by 2030, one in four passenger cars – totaling more than 70 million vehicles – will have an electric drive. The projected market share of electric cars in newly registered passenger cars will reach approximately 75% in Europe by 2030, with China and the USA closely following at 70% and 65%, respectively.

Sustainability, the digital transformation, improved charging infrastructure and range, as well as an increasingly positive image of electric vehicles, are driving factors behind electromobility. Incentive programs and tax benefits support market growth. The advantages are evident, more so than ever before:

• In terms of carbon footprint, today’s electric vehicles become cleaner and more environmentally friendly than their internal combustion engine counterparts after covering just 60,000 km, provided that they are charged with electricity from renewable sources.
• Operating costs are lower due to savings in taxes, wear & tear, and maintenance – not to mention the ever-increasing gasoline and diesel prices.
• Electromobility is the growth market par excellence. Consequently, the lion’s share of research and development is being invested in this field. On the other hand, further advancements in internal combustion engines are hardly expected. Therefore, for end consumers, electromobility is a future-proof decision.
• An increasing number of people who drive electric cars or have taken a test drive realize that electric vehicles are cool and fun to drive! The acceleration is remarkable, and the lower center of gravity provides excellent road handling. Battery capacities and charging station networks are continuously expanding. And just like with conventional vehicles, driving with foresight and moderation can almost double the range.

Morat Swoboda Motion contributes to accompany the structural transformation of the automotive industry with high-precision and high-performance gear components, gearboxes, electronic and electromechanical assemblies, as well as complete drive systems. Key products from Morat Swoboda Motion for future mobility include drive shafts for electric motors, gearboxes for electro-hydraulic braking systems, wheel sets for electric power steering systems (EPS), gearwheel sets for electric axle drive, or plastic components and actuators for start-stop systems and various comfort applications.