BeGas Motor manufactures EURO VI E compliant engines that operate 100% on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or bio-LPG, specifically designed for urban trucks and buses. This technology replaces diesel engines, reducing emissions and contributing to a more sustainable transportation sector.
Funding
$18.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Conventional diesel engines in urban trucks and buses contribute significantly to air pollution, particularly in densely populated areas, due to their high emissions of NOx and particulate matter. Retrofitting or replacing these engines can be expensive and disruptive, while the adoption of fully electric vehicles faces challenges related to charging infrastructure and range limitations.
Solution
BeGas Motor manufactures EURO VI E compliant engines designed to run on 100% liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or bio-LPG, offering a cleaner alternative to traditional diesel engines for urban trucks and buses. These engines utilize liquid injection technology to optimize combustion and reduce emissions of harmful pollutants. BeGas provides solutions for both remotorization, replacing existing diesel engines with their LPG/bio-LPG engines, and gas hybridization, converting existing fleets to gas-powered systems. By using LPG or bio-LPG, BeGas engines can achieve significant reductions in carbon footprint and qualify for Eco-DGT labels, incentivizing adoption through environmental regulations. The company's engines are designed for easy integration into existing vehicle platforms, minimizing disruption and costs associated with fleet upgrades.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes urban logistics companies, public transportation operators, and municipalities seeking to reduce emissions from their existing fleets of trucks and buses while maintaining operational efficiency.
Features
- EURO VI E compliant engines designed for urban trucks and buses
- Operates on 100% Autogas or BioAutogas
- Liquid injection technology for optimized combustion and reduced emissions
- Remotorization solutions for replacing existing diesel engines
- Gas hybridization solutions for converting existing fleets
- Engine models available in various power outputs (250-320 CV for EVO 3 series, 110-140 CV for B430 LG series)
- Key engine components include injection ramp, injectors, and catalytic converter