AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Aug. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/
-- BorgWarner announced today it is building a power-packed
Integrated Drive Module (iDM) for Ford's new all-electric Mustang
Mach-E SUV. The iDM comes complete with a BorgWarner
thermal-management system and gearbox integrated with a motor and
power electronics from other suppliers, and showcases the company's
system integration expertise.
"Our knowledge of system integration, paired with our gearing
proficiency, allows us to design iDMs that are easy to assemble and
operate as quietly as possible, which is even more important in
electrified vehicles," said Dr. Stefan
Demmerle, President and General Manager, BorgWarner
PowerDrive Systems. "Like the Mustang Mach-E, our iDMs are made to
excite drivers craving an eco-friendly, thrilling ride, and we're
excited to once again partner with Ford, this time to deliver a
high-quality, clean and efficient propulsion solution to the
high-performance electrification market."
BorgWarner was able to capitalize on its experience with
scalable and modular approaches to iDMs to deliver this customized
drive module that met Ford's stringent requirements. Different than
other BorgWarner eGearDrive® units, the gearing incorporated within
the iDM does not utilize parallel axis gearing, instead featuring a
concentric design with outputs on the same axis as the electric
motor, resulting in a more compact package. The company's
high-performing gearbox enables an efficient, smooth ride capable
of handling 4,278 Nm of axle torque and input speeds up to 13,800
rpm. Additionally, BorgWarner designed and packaged an integrated
park module, along with an efficient cooling and lubrication
solution to provide optimal thermal-management to the whole iDM
system, all within one compact assembly. Beyond its versatile
architecture, the company's iDM delivers a high level of
integration, impressive system efficiency and optimal noise,
vibration and harshness characteristics.
The iDM is being supplied to power the Mustang Mach-E's
rear-wheel drive and all-wheel-drive configurations. On the
all-wheel-drive GT version, BorgWarner is supplying the secondary
drive unit to power the front wheels as well. Start of production
is slated to begin this year.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a global product leader in clean
and efficient technology solutions for combustion, hybrid and
electric vehicles. With manufacturing and technical facilities in
67 locations in 19 countries, the company employs approximately
29,000 worldwide. For more information, please visit
borgwarner.com.
The iDM comes complete with a BorgWarner gearbox integrated with
a motor and power electronics from other suppliers, and showcases
the company's extensive knowledge of system integration.
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