# Panasonic Automotive Connects LiveWire™, Harley-Davidson’s First Electric Motorcycle

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/04/motorcycle-electric-panasonic-livewire-harley/
- Published: 2020-04-28T19:49:30-04:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

#### First North American mass-market manufacturer of cellular-connected electric motorcycle

[Panasonic Automotive ](https://na.panasonic.com/us/automotive-solutions)announced
it’s expanding work on electric motorcycle and connectivity. Therefore the [Harley-Davidson® LiveWire™ electric motorcycle releasing this August.](https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/motorcycles/livewire.html?source_cd=Vanity_livewire)

Firstly, the LiveWire™ electric motorcycle offers riders an exciting, high-performance
motorcycling experience. In addition it’s one infused with a new level of technology.
Furthermore the collaboration with Panasonic Automotive and its connectivity with
V2X platforms. For example and such as the OneConnect connected service platform.
Therefore it makes Harley-Davidson the first mass-market manufacturer in North America.
All with a cellular-connected electric motorcycle.
⌊Motorcycle electric. Panasonic
automotive ⌉Therefore, Panasonic Automotive connects riders to their motorcycle.
All through a cellular connection. Then the connection to the telematics control
unit (TCU). This is utilizing [Panasonic’s](https://greenlivingguy.com/green-living-consulting-services/sponsors/)
OneConnect service with its V2X for AI Driving.

Further and more noteworthy, the OneConnect™ service complements the latest version
of the Harley-Davidson™ App. As well as the new service. Together, these systems
link LiveWire™ riders with their motorcycle. All through their smartphone providing
features. such as:

![Panasonic LiveWire electric motorcycle](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-
content/uploads/2020/04/IMG_1203.jpg?resize=300%2C300&quality=52&ssl=1)

#### Motorcycle status

Information is also available through H-D Connect. It includes battery charge level
and available range. Also charging status including time to completion. This allows
the rider to remotely check the motorcycle status. Yes folks from any location. 
All where there is sufficient cellular signal is available. Finally and most interestingly,
a charge station location finder. One that is integrated into the H-D App.

Electric motorcycles are not new to the population. In fact, there are [lots](https://greenlivingguy.com/2010/07/electric-motorcycles-myths-why-i-wrote-the-excerpt-article/)
of motor-vehicles in production that run on electricity. The problem with these 
mopeds is that the drivers can only travel for a few hours before having to charge
their engines. For those who own an electric vehicle, a [motorcycle that runs on electricity](https://greenlivingguy.com/2010/12/zero-motorcycles-electric-bikes-on-a-mission-to-build-their-own-electric/)
could be a great option.

#### Conclusion

According to estimates, by 2020 there will be over 1.3 million [electric and hybrid cars](https://greenlivingguy.com/green-living-resources-eco-friendly-products/electric-car-news/)
in the U.S.. So it is only a matter of time before they start rolling off the lines
in mass and replace gas-powered cars.

Finally, the Japanese have already [taken the lead](https://greenlivingguy.com/2009/07/build-your-own-electric-motorcycle/)
when it comes to electric motorcycles. I mean today they have more options than 
ever before. The EPM and KRUKEN are just two of the most popular options in the 
market right now.

Sources: Harley-Davidson Motor Company®: [Panasonic.com](https://na.panasonic.com/us/),
LAS VEGAS (Jan. 7, 2019)

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