israeli start-up REE automotive develops ultra-flexible EV 'skateboard platform'

israeli start-up REE automotive aims to create the future of e-mobility through a modular EV platform, which is also autonomous ready. to do so, they have designed it to be completely flat, scalable and adaptive for customers like mitsubishi, fiat and chrysler to then manufacturer their own bodies. through their own words, ‘they are revolutionizing the auto industry by ree-thinking, ree-inventing and ree-structuring the way we make cars‘.

all images courtesy of REE automotive

REE automotive’s EV platform enhances two innovations: the REEcorner and the REEboard. the REEcorner ‘reinvents the wheel’ by integrating all the drive components in the corner of the wheels, which then carries the flat REEboard above. this entirely flat chassis offers three times the typical space for batteries.

this platform therefore enables complete freedom of design for the body. it also increases the potential volume of the body whilst on a small footprint. multiple body configurations can be made to the REEboard, is cost efficient with easy replacements, and even features preventive maintenace artificial technology.

the start-up is supported by an exclusive network of automotive partners including mitsubishi, KYB and FIAT chrysler automobiles.

project info:

brand: REE automotive

collaborators: mitsubishi, KYB and FIAT chrysler automobiles