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 95% and
features patented HVH stator winding technology along with the
choice of direct drive, chain drive, belt drive or integrated
options. Moreover, the HVH250 motor is offered fully housed or as
rotor/stator assemblies and features an internal permanent magnet
rotor and proprietary insulation system for added durability.
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.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a global product leader in
delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the
vehicle market. Building on its original equipment expertise,
BorgWarner also brings market leading product and service solutions
to the global aftermarket. With manufacturing and technical
facilities in 96 locations in 23 countries, the company employs
approximately 50,000 people worldwide. For more information, please
visit borgwarner.com.
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