Our history

Sevcon has been at the forefront of electric vehicle control technology since we were established in 1961. We have continually pushed the boundaries of technology, delivering new products that match the need for greater power and control.

Sevcon has been something of a pioneer since the early days. We were the first to demonstrate the use of SCR (silicon based) technology for electric vehicle speed control. Once perfected, we wasted little time in transferring this to practical applications in battery driven electric milk floats and forklifts.

The spirit of innovation has remained as we have diversified and modernised our product range.

Our latest generation of motor controllers - Gen4 - incorporates the most modern motor control technology; they are the smallest controllers in the industry relative to power delivery.

We have come a long way since the early days, gradually extending our operations around the world.

MILESTONES

• 1961: Sevcon is formed and pioneers the development and manufacture of motor control systems SCR (silicon controlled rectifier) control devices
• 1968: Establishes first subsidiary in Paris
• 1969: Acquired by Tech/Ops and office established in Boston, Massachusetts
• 1988: Tech/Ops Sevcon became a public company listed on the American stock exchange
• 1990: A sales office was opened in Tokyo
• 1995: Sevcon reinforced the commitment to the emerging Asian economies by opening a sales office in Seoul, Korea
• 2000: Established Sevcon Asia Limited in Seoul
• 2006: Sevcon Japan KK established in Tokyo
• 2008: Launch the first products in the Gen4 series
• 2009: Tech/Ops Sevcon began trading on the NASDAQ
• 2011: Company name simplified to Sevcon Inc. and ticker changed to "SEV"

Today, Sevcon is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of electric motor control systems for electrically powered vehicles.