BorgWarner to Supply Electric Motors for New Electric Truck
BorgWarner has secured a partnership with a German OEM to supply its HVH250 electric motors for a new heavy-duty truck model. Each truck will feature two HVH motors per axle, delivering peak power of 175 kW and 425 Nm of torque. The HVH250 motor boasts over 95% efficiency and has been in production for over 10 years. This move reinforces BorgWarner's leadership in commercial vehicle electrification.
Additionally, the company offers various electric vehicle technologies, including drive modules and battery packs, further solidifying its commitment to sustainable mobility solutions.
- Partnership with a German OEM enhances market position in commercial vehicle electrification.
- HVH250 motors deliver industry-leading performance with 175 kW power and 425 Nm torque.
- Proven efficiency of over 95% and a decade of production experience.
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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BorgWarner is boosting its leadership position in commercial vehicle electrification with a German OEM's selection of its HVH250 (High Voltage Hairpin) electric motors to power a heavy-duty truck model. Trucks are targeted to be equipped with two HVH motors per axle, each with industry-leading peak power of 175 kW and 425 Nm of torque at 350 volts.
"We are delighted to provide our electric drive technology for this battery-electric truck for heavy-duty transport. Our proven HVH250 motor delivers the power and durability required for this demanding application," said Dr. Stefan Demmerle, President and General Manager, BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems. "By helping our customers efficiently electrify vehicles, we are taking steps toward an increasingly clean and energy-efficient world."
BorgWarner can draw from a strong background of having its HVH250 in production for more than 10 years. The company's electric motor offers customers peak efficiencies of more than
Beyond electric motors, BorgWarner provides its customers with a broad portfolio of technologies for electric vehicles, including drive modules, battery packs, power electronics, high voltage battery and cabin heaters, fuel cell air supply systems and more.
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