Sona BLW Precision Forgings, India receives PLI certification for three more traction motors On August 23, 2025, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited (Sona Comstar) received certification under India’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Automobile and Auto Component Industry (PLI-Auto) for three additional products. The Ministry of Heavy Industries granted approvals for two traction motors for electric three-wheelers and one traction m...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

’s Minister of Industry has met with executives from Robert Bosch Automotive Technologies (Thailand) to discuss the promotion of advanced automotive parts manufacturing, particularly for electric vehicles (EVs). Bosch plans to invest in the local production of key EV components in Thailand, such as traction motors and e-axle technology, an integrated drive system that combines multiple components. A current industry trend is the integration of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

Neo Performance Materials presents permanent magnet produced in Estonia On June 18, Neo Performance Materials Inc. announced that its Made-in-Europe permanent magnet, produced in Estonia, was showcased by the EU Commission President during the 2025 G7 Summit. These magnets are the first Made-in-Europe magnets to meet the specifications of Tier 1 traction motor manufacturers and major automotive OEMs. Neo’s new Estonia facility marks substantial...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

Garrett Motion wins first major series production award for electric motors On May 1, Garrett Motion Inc. announced its first major series production award for a high-speed electric traction motor and matching inverter, which will be integrated into a fully electric axle for on-highway heavy-duty truck applications. Production is expected to begin in 2027. Based on Garrett Motion Inc. press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/05

on Honda HR-V SUV was introduced under the message “Refined in Every Move.” For the first time, the new HR-V features a hybrid engine (e:HEV RS version) alongside the traditional gasoline engine options (L and G versions). The e:HEV RS variant uses an e-CVT combined with a generator motor and a traction motor, which reaches a maximum rotational speed of 3,500 rpm, producing a torque of 253 Nm. When operating simultaneously, the 1.5L internal ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

will arrive at dealerships across the U.S. in fall 2025. The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is powered by a next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid powertrain that integrates a 2.5-liter Atkinson/Miller-cycle Subaru Boxer engine and transaxle paired with an electric motor generator and electric traction motor.  Rated at 194 combined hp, the system uses the electric motor, engine, or both to power the 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid on- or off-road con...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/17

egotiations, elevating Thailand to become a complete EV manufacturing hub in ASEAN.  The event aims to source parts from manufacturers in Thailand for GAC AION’s local EV production line, focusing on Interior Parts, Exterior Parts, Electrical and Electronics Parts, Chassis Parts, Car Body Parts, Traction Motor Parts, and Battery Parts.  Over 400 visitors (from 220 local auto parts companies) attended this event. Among them, 74 companies were ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/08

IAA Transportation 2024: AEM, UK to present sustainable electric motor technology On August 28, IAA Transportation announced that Advanced Electric Machines (AEM) will present three key products the HDSRM 300, HDSRM 150, and the SSRD at IAA Transportation 2024. These motors feature rare-earth-magnet-free designs, high efficiency, and recyclability. HDSRM 300 is a rare-earth-magnet-free traction motor designed for commercial vehicles, offering su...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/30

Subros, India advances thermal management systems for EVs and hydrogen fuel cell buses In its annual report, Subros Limited announced that its in-house R&D advancements have led to the local design and development of key technologies such as hydrogen fuel cell bus integrated thermal management systems, HVAC, battery and traction motor cooling systems, and controllers catering to the passenger and commercial electric vehicle segments. Additionally...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/28

MG Motor UK reveals all-new MG ZS Hybrid+ On August 28, MG Motor UK presented all-new MG ZS Hybrid+. It has a 102 PS 1.5-litre gasoline engine with a 136 PS/250 Nm traction motor for a combined output of 196 PS. It has a 1.83kWh high-voltage battery which is recharged by a high-efficiency 45kW generator.  The all-new MG ZS Hybrid+ is available in two trim levels, SE and Trophy. MG Pilot, which comprises a comprehensive range of safety and driver...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/28

Neo wins sintered rare earth magnet contract with European EV traction motor supplier Neo Performance Materials Inc. announced that its subsidiary in Estonia, NPM Narva OÜ, won a contract to supply sintered rare earth magnets to a leading European Tier 1 supplier of EV traction motors. The sintered magnets will be supplied by Neo’s new manufacturing facility in Estonia, under its Magnequench segment. The new contract represents approximately 3...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/08

Sona BLW Precision Forgings, India gets another certification under PLI scheme On June 26, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited announced that it has received certification for a Traction motor for electric two-wheelers under the Production-Linked Incentive (“PLI”) Scheme for Automobile and Auto Component Industry in India (“PLI-Auto”) from the Ministry of Heavy Industries.  Based on Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited stock exchange noti...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/26

Sona BLW Precision Forgings, India gets certification under PLI scheme On June 18, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited announced that it has received certification for its another product i.e. traction motor for electric three wheelers under the production-linked incentive (PLI) Scheme for Automobile and Auto Component Industry in India (PLI-Auto) from the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Based on Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited stock exchange n...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/18

kWh and a max voltage range of 830V, volume production is planned for 2027 with locally manufactured cells in the U.S.•    Also on display at ACT Expo are the BP97E nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery pack; the BP107E LFP battery pack; and the 1 CS2002 high powered, remote-mount, direct-drive traction motor.  (Cummins release on May 20, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/21

Sona Comstar, India receives Auto PLI certification for electric two-wheeler traction motor Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited (Sona Comstar) announced that it received certification for its second hub wheel motor for electric two-wheelers under the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for automobile and auto component industry in India (PLI-Auto) from the Ministry of Heavy Industries on April 2, 2024. (Based on the Sona Comstar stock exchan...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/03

five-star rating, it delivers a range of 506 km in real-world driving and 370 km on the highway at 130 km/h. Škoda Enyaq, a fully electric SUV with a 77 kWh battery, received a five-star rating with a score of 96%. Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid equipped with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and electric traction motor, received a 49% score and a two and a half-star rating. Its fuel consumption is reasonable but increases significantly on highways, wit...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/22

Posco International to build new drive motor core plants in Poland and Mexico The trading company of the Posco Group, Posco International Co., Ltd., announced that it will build new traction motor core plants in Poland and Mexico. It will start constructing a new plant in Brzeg City in the southwestern part of Poland in June 2024 and complete it in May 2025. The new plant will first produce 1.03 million traction motor cores to meet an order from ...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/04

sia has already opened bookings for the 6th-generation Honda CR-V SUV. Scheduled to be launched in December, the all-new CR-V will be the last model Honda Malaysia launches for 2023. The SUV will be available in 2 powertrain choices, namely the 2.0L e:HEV powertrain that features an improved Hybrid Traction Motor and an Electric Continuous Variable Transmission (e:CVT) with a new framework. The other engine option is an advanced 1.5L VTEC turboch...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/17

otor system and a 2.0-liter internal combustion engine. When operating, the internal combustion engine and electric motor can produce a combined 204 hp. Its E-CVT transmission includes a generator motor with a rotation of 19,000 rpm to charge the battery when needed and support the operation of the traction motor. The traction motor with a maximum rotation of 14,500 rpm produces a motor traction force of 335 Nm. Locally assembled, the 7-seater ga...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/26

mpanies will be funding the facility by equity and will have a manufacturing capacity of 270,000 units per annum of Hub-motors and 225,000 units per annum of Mid-drive motors (48V). The production for Hub-Motors is expected to commence in November while the Mid drive motor in December as the JV’s traction motor plants gets commissioned.Entuple E-Mobility Private Limited is an EV R&D house engaged in the design, development, testing and system v...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/10