Meet the trends in the electric car industry with ETS’s specialized product range.
The automotive industry is rapidly moving towards electric vehicles due to the shift towards low emission zones and the EU’s demand for CO2 neutrality by 2035. Therefore, ETS has developed an extensive range of specialized parts for battery electric vehicles (BEVs). As a leading designer and manufacturer of steering and suspension parts for the automotive aftermarket, ETS has developed these parts with a focus on stronger design, minimal road noise, and safe installation.
As more cities introduce low-emission zones and the EU demands CO2 neutrality for all new cars by 2035, the shift toward electrification in the automotive sector is inevitable. According to CLEPA (European Association of Automotive Suppliers), the number of electric vehicles in Europe rose from 1% in 2017 to 9% in 2021. Furthermore, the World Economic Forum predicts that 300 million electric vehicles will be in use in the U.S. by 2030.
The design has been strengthened.
Despite the shift towards electric vehicles, the impact on the aftermarket for steering and suspension parts is relatively limited. However, BEVs are heavier than petrol cars due to their battery pack, which can put additional stress on the steering and suspension systems. ETS’s range of BEV parts has been engineered to handle this additional weight and torque, ensuring maximum strength and safety.
The range of BEV parts includes ball pins made of chromium steel (42CrMo4V), which ensures maximum strength and prevents breakage at extreme impact. The diameter of the ball pins is also important for handling the heavy load and higher torque of BEVs. ETS’s ball pins for BEVs have a larger diameter than those for internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. The axial joints of several Tesla models feature larger ball pin diameters than original equipment parts, providing enhanced resistance to high stress. This feature offers increased safety and a longer lifespan.