Decontenting or design revision may be an opportunity for electric vehicles.
Teardown study cost-reduction areas
Simplified user controls, with reduced complexity and enhanced functionality via electronic components
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Eliminated extra displays, buttons, switches, wiring, modules, and additional structural components, as well as reduced overall design complexity
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Straightforward body
styling and lighting, optimized for functionality and low cost, with uncomplicated seat designs and simplified interior trim
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Optimized battery-pack density from dedicated electric-vehicle platform
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Integrated e-motor and power electronics for reduced material cost, packaging, and wiring
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