Skateboard platforms and body styles
Why so many EVs feel roomier inside than their footprint suggests.
You'll learn
- Explain skateboard platforms and body styles in plain language
- Recognise the key vocabulary
- Apply the idea to a real vehicle
Overview
A dedicated EV platform is essentially a flat 'skateboard': battery in the floor, motors at the axles, and a cabin free to sit on top.
In depth
- 1Flat floor
No transmission tunnel means a genuine middle seat and more foot space.
- 2Short overhangs
No engine bay to package, so wheels move to the corners.
- 3Frunk
The freed space up front becomes extra storage on many models.
- 4Low centre of gravity
Battery mass under the floor improves stability and reduces roll.
Key takeaways
Remember this
- Skateboard platforms trade engine bays for cabin space.
- Low battery mass improves handling.
- Converted platforms compromise on space and range.
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