DRIVE APPARATUS, DUAL-MOTOR DRIVE SYSTEM, AUTOMOBILE AND DRIVE APPARATUS CONTROL METHOD

A drive apparatus includes a first variable speed drive mechanism, a second variable speed drive mechanism, a first output half shaft, and a second output half shaft. The first variable speed drive mechanism includes a first reduction gear, a first planetary gear system, and a first brake mechanism. The second variable speed drive mechanism includes a second reduction gear, a second planetary gear system, and a second brake mechanism. The first planetary gear system includes a first sun gear, a first gear ring, a first planetary gear, and a first planet carrier. The first reduction gear is engaged with the first sun gear.