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Regis chooses SmartX solution to overcome tipper challenge

Italian electric car manufacturer, Regis Motors, wanted to develop an innovative system for its commercial electric quadricycle, the EpicO, which differed from conventional electro-hydraulic actuation systems usually used on similar vehicles.

03/08/2022 15:48:55

“One of the main challenges we faced was to create a highly efficient vehicle that would extend battery life between each recharging interval,” explains Fabrizio Regis, CTO of Regis Motors.

“To help support this, we needed to find a solution to equip our quadricycles with a fully electrical automatic tipper. Existing quadricycles on the market were equipped with electro-hydraulic actuation systems that require additional maintenance, while suffering from reduced flexibility and efficiency.”

Any solution had to meet the company’s requirements for ease of installation, reduction in weight and costs, improved efficiency, and minimal maintenance.

Read the full article in DPA's August issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.