Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide (Quantum) has signed a $10.2 million contract for phase-III development of plug-in hybrid powertrains for Fisker automobiles.
The contract would enable Quantum to manage production validation of the Q-Drive plug-in hybrid system, and ready it for mass production in 2010.
The phase-III includes the continuation of engineering development and completion of validation of the powertrain, and consists of high altitude, durability, hot and cold weather testing.
Quantum has developed Q-Drive PHEV system, which has been optimized to maximize the performance of the Fisker KARMA, a luxury sports sedan, and the KARMA S Sunset, a coupe/convertible.
Quantum develops and produces propulsion systems, energy storage technologies, and alternative fuel vehicles.
