BorgWarner plots new propulsion system for commercial hybrids and EVs

BorgWarner, a global leader in clean and efficient technology solutions for combustion is now working towards the growing demand for new propulsion systems for hybrids and electric commercial vehicles. 

The growing demand for a solution in the broad product portfolio is geared towards helping meet the emissions regulations and fuel economy goals. As per BorgWarner the CV market is expected to grow at 32.9 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR), that will roughly translate from 49,000 units in 2017 to 115,000 units in 2020.

Commenting on the demand for cleaner mobility solution, Christopher P. Thomas, CTO, BorgWarner, says, ”The growth drivers in commercial vehicle propulsion systems are changing. While environmental impact and fuel economy continue to be key concerns, truck and transit fleets are now confronted with new challenges from a growing list of urban areas where combustion engines are restricted due to zero-emissions zones and noise-sensitive areas. BorgWarner's latest technologies will help bring new, cleaner hybrid and electric options to larger fleet vehicles." 

BorgWarner’s HVH410 and HVH 250 electric motors provide a power output of up to 300 kW (402 horsepower) and peak efficiencies of over 95 percent.  HVH410 electric motors deliver a maximum torque of 2,000 Nm for class 7 and 8 hybrid and electric applications, while HVH250 electric motors deliver a maximum torque of 425 Nm. 

In addition, the 48-volt high efficiency motor/generators provide higher system efficiency and improved energy recovery capability to meet increasing power demands. The company’s electrically driven compressor has already been applied within the market and is useful for smaller commercial engines with less than 5 liters of displacement. A larger unit is also in development for engines with up to 13 liters of displacement. 

The in-house developed eTurbo technology takes electrified boosting one step further with the ability to generate power to recharge vehicle batteries. The eTurbo is being developed in two sizes to serve both small and large commercial vehicle engines.

The component maker is also working internally and with customers to develop electrified turbo-machinery, including an ORC (Organic Rankine Cycle) expander with electrical output, an e-Turbo compounding turbine generator and a gas turbine range extender for use on commercial electric vehicles. 

BorgWarner is set to showcase its broad range of combustion, hybrid and electric technologies at the upcoming North American Commercial Vehicle (NACV) Show in Atlanta, Georgia.