Of course, these architectural decisions are not made out of thin air, and everything is centered on optimizing the system integration of the overall architecture, reducing costs, saving space, and reducing weight. OEMs must also consider whether these design decisions will help simplify vehicle assembly, especially for those looking to automate assembly as much as possible.
Rapid advances in battery technology have enabled OEMs to equip vehicles with new, higher-capacity batteries that extend the range. Currently, vehicle batteries can provide about 50 kWh of electricity, but future battery capacities are gradually climbing to 200 kWh as energy density increases and battery costs drop rapidly.