SONIC high-performance in-wheel systems

Drop-in 15% performance upgrade for ultimate driving fun

• Unmatched direct-drive power density

• High-performance braking function

• 20x faster torque response

New level of traction control with Elaphe Slip Control

• Up to 15% faster acceleration

• Up to 15% shorter stopping distance

• Up to 8% higher cornering speed

Seamless integration into vehicles with limited space

• Front and rear-wheel drive in 20 – 23 inch wheels

• Designed to fit existing vehicle platforms for fast-to-market hybridization

• Compatible with standard performance wheel components and suspension geometries

PRODUCTS

SONIC.1: World's first high-performance front in-wheel motor

• 200 kW continuous / 255 kW peak power per wheel

Track-worthy 400 mm brake disc in standard 21-inch rim

• Minimal volume onboard (14 litres)

Samples available Q3-2025.

SONIC X: Performance in-wheel product platform

• 300 kW per wheel with only 25 kg extra weight

Standard performance brake discs (350 – 420 mm) with smooth brake blending

• 20 – 23 inch wheels, front and rear

Samples available Q1-2026.

SONIC X: Performance in-wheel product platform

• 300 kW per wheel with only 25 kg extra weight

Standard performance brake discs (350 – 420 mm) with smooth brake blending

• 20 – 23 inch wheels, front and rear

Samples available Q1-2026.

SONIC axle drop-in solution

2x SONIC high-performance in-wheel motor

2x high power SiC inverter onboard

Ready-to-use Elaphe high-speed control embedded on inverter

  • Maximum power with Elaphe Motor Control

  • Elaphe Slip Control for superior traction in all conditions

  • Enhanced driving feedback and authentic motor sound with Elaphe Vibroacoustics

  • Mechanical systems control

SONIC family evolution

Scalable in-wheel technology:

• Peak power up to 500 kW per wheel

• Peak torque up to 4500 Nm per wheel

• Performance boost and customizable for main drive