On July 11, Punch Powertrain and Traxial, Belgium completed a joint high-performance testing campaign in May 2025, proving the compatibility and strength of their latest electric drivetrain technologies under demanding conditions.
The test combined Punch Powertrain’s IV5 800V SiC inverter (up to 400 kW with Traxial’s

On July 3, BMW Austria announced that its Steyr plant will begin making electric drives for the NEUE KLASSE models starting August 2025.
The site now focuses mainly on e-mobility. The development center is now working on new electric technologies, including a high-performance electric drive for BMW M models from 2027

On July 4, Volkswagen Slovakia announced that it is shipping PPE differential for electric drives from the Martin plant to Audi Hungaria in Győr, where it is being installed in drives designed for the purely electric Porsche Macan and Audi Q6 models. Volkswagen has invested EUR 46 million in the production of the PPE

ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) has developed TempAI, an AI-based solution that measures and predicts temperature data inside e-motors without the need for additional hardware.
TempAI runs on existing control units and utilizes a self-learning, physically based temperature model that requires minimal computing resources.

On June 30, Mercedes Benz started producing electric drive units and axles for the new electric CLA at its Stuttgart-Untertürkheim plant. These parts are sent to the Rastatt plant, where the new CLA will be built. The Kuppenheim plant supplies body parts, while Kamenz plant provides the batteries.
A new agreement als

On June 6, RACL Geartech Limited, in an investor update, announced that the proposed project to supply a steering system tailored to the requirements of a leading American passenger car OEM is progressing well. The prototypes will be manufactured and offered for assembly and testing in Q2 FY 25-26 (ending March 31, 2

On June 3, ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) presented the new SELECT e-drive platform.  ZF designed all SELECT platform components for easier industrialization. They support automated production and multi-sourcing concepts, enabling fast scaling and flexibility to handle shifting demand.
The SELECT platform consists of sev

Garrett Motion Inc. (Garrett Motion) will present further details of its high-speed, high-power density Electric Powertrain at the 2025 Vienna Motor Symposium in Austria from May 14-16. The solution was unveiled to the public at 2025 Shanghai Auto Show.
This scalable solution features electric motors up to 35,000 rpm

Infineon Technologies AG and Visteon Corporation signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance the development of next-generation electric vehicle powertrains. They will collaborate and integrate power conversion devices based on Infineon semiconductors, with particular emphasis on wideband gap device technol

On March 25, Modern Transport Technologies Group announced that gasoline and gas-gasoline Gazelle NEXT vehicles with all-metal bodies (van, combi, minibus) have received a reinforced gearbox. The new gearbox (330 Nm) has three parts, with a spacer with an intermediate support for the secondary and intermediate shafts

On March 11, hofer powertrain and Pollmann International announced a partnership to fast-track the industrialization of advanced powertrain solutions for OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. By combining their capabilities, they aim to bring efficient and sustainable powertrain technologies to market quickly. Pollmann is a lea

On February 17, BMW unveiled the BMW Vision Driving Experience, a high-performance test vehicle designed to refine the drivetrain and driving dynamics for the Neue Klasse. The prototype was not intended for production but was tested at the BMW Performance Driving Center in Spartanburg, USA.
The first taller Neue Klas

On January 7, the press office of the Vienna Motor Symposium announced that the 46th International Motor Symposium will be held at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna from May 14 to 16, 2025.
Officials from Horse Powertrain, PHINIA, VW, ZF Group, Bosch, Mercedes-Benz, and MAN will be speaking at the plenary sessions and ove

On December 19, Rohde & Schwarz announced that it will unveil cutting-edge automotive testing innovations for ADAS, electric drivetrain, and connectivity at CES 2025. 
It will present a new R&S RadEsT automotive radar tester. It is a versatile radar target simulator that meets the full range of testing needs. It will

Daedong Gear Co., Ltd. announced that it won an order for parts for hybrid vehicles (HVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) from the Hyundai Motors Group. The South Korean company has won an order for hub assemblies for Hyundai Motor’s HV system, TMED-II, and decelerator modules for EVs.
The supply will continue from 2025

On October 19, GNA Axles Limited announced that its board of directors approved a capital expenditure (Capex) plan amounting to INR 4 billion. This investment will be undertaken over the next 3 to 4 years to expand and modernize production capabilities. 
The Capex will be utilized to enhance capacity in the manufactu

On October 1, the federal Industrial Development Fund (FRP) announced RUB 190 million in financing for Lysva enterprise "SpetsAvtoPricep" from the Perm region. The company will create its production of axles for automobiles and tractor-trailers. The total budget of the project is RUB 280 million. It will create 19 jo

Cummins Inc. presented its latest innovations at IAA Transportation 2024, with an integrated driveline concept that leverages Cummins' extensive product range to showcase three powertrain options: advanced diesel, diesel-hybrid, and zero-carbon hydrogen.
The driveline features advanced diesel and hydrogen internal co

On September 19, DeepDrive secured EUR 30 million in series B funding. DeepDrive offers revolutionary drive units for electric vehicles. Its “Dual Rotor” motor topology enables high-volume EVs with over 800 km of range. 
The funding will facilitate the conversion of high-volume projects within its robust customer pip

Allison Transmission Inc. announced a collaboration with Cummins Inc. to develop a new electric hybrid drivetrain solution for transit applications. The companies will integrate a Cummins B-Series engine with Allison’s eGen Flex electric hybrid propulsion system. The integrated solution will satisfy EPA’s Phase 3 Gre