Panel Discussion | Hybrid Powertrains as a Transition to Electrification | Future Powertrain Conclave
The panel discussion highlights the importance of hybrid powertrains, including range extenders and PHEVs, as viable means of sustainable propulsion in India's passenger vehicle segment.
As the mobility landscape transitions towards more sustainable propulsion technologies, hybrid powertrains emerge as promising solutions, offering the benefits of driving in full-EV mode, as well as providing self-charging capabilities.
In this panel discussion at the Future Powertrain Conclave in Chennai, experts take a broader view at the vital role of hybrids, including range extenders and PHEVs, in ensuring sustainable mobility, particularly when India's energy mix is led by thermal energy.
Panellists:
- Vikram Gulati, Country Head & EVP, Corp Affairs & Governance, TKM
- Anoop Bhat, Executive Officer, Head - Powertrain & xEV Design, MSIL
- Dr Anshuman Awasthi, SVP, Head of Powertrain Engg, MBRDI
- Dwarkanath Simili, Head, India Propulsion Engg Centre, BorgWarner
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17 Apr 2025
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