Valeo, India inaugurates e-Axle manufacturing line for Mahindra's Born Electric platform On March 30, Valeo inaugurated a new electric powertrain manufacturing line at its Pune plant in Lonikand, producing fully integrated 3-in-1 e-Axles combining the motor, inverter, and reducer for Mahindra's Born Electric vehicle platform. The line features automated U-Pin/Hairpin winding stator assembly, reducer assembly, inverter manufacturing, and final e-A...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

since 2025 but originally intended for exports, including Europe, the D-MAX EV is now available in Thailand starting at THB 1,591,000. According to Thai-market specifications, the D-MAX EV is a four-door, all-wheel-drive electric pickup finished in Silver Bohemian Metallic. It features a Dual Motor E-Axle drivetrain with a De-Dion rear suspension. The electric motors deliver a combined 190 PS and 325 Nm of torque, powered by a 66.9 kWh battery th...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Aisin enhances use of digital twins, verifying in virtual space to halve man-hours for line launch Aisin Corporation (Aisin) is promoting the use of digital twins that reproduce a realistic production line in a virtual space based on information on factory equipment and manufacturing processes. In preparation for the production of the e-axle, whose mass production began in October 2025, the company conducted verification of equipment operation an...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

yssenkrupp Electrical Steel, part of thyssenkrupp AG, showcased products, process solutions, and application examples for electromobility and the energy transition at Coiltech 2026 in Augsburg, Germany. Highlights include the powercore traction NGO 020 120Y420 grade, engineered for highly efficient electric drive systems in vehicles, offering very low core losses and a guaranteed yield strength of 420 megapascals. Another key solution was staboso...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

n MiniLED and HorizonView pillar-to-pillar displays, zone control unit for scalable audio, and a high-fidelity Ethernet audio amplifier. Connectivity: affordable 5G RedCap solution; Propulsion & Green Tech: e-transmission cooling pump for electric and hybrid vehicles; flex fuel system; new chiller, e-axle oil cooler, full aluminum radiator; Ride Dynamics: new hybrid electromechanical suspension, active camber, and the electromechanical lifter. Th...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Suzuki launches all-new mini-commercial BEV van e Every in Japan On March 9, Suzuki Motor announced the launch of its first mini-commercial battery electric vehicle (BEV), the e Every, in Japan. It is equipped with a BEV system, jointly developed by Suzuki, Daihatsu Motor, and Toyota Motor. The model is supplied on an OEM basis by Daihatsu. With an eAxle, which integrates the motor, inverter, and transaxle, it delivers torque exceeding that of a ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

e motor with a maximum output of 167 kW (227 PS) and a maximum torque of 268 Nm, mounted on the front for the FWD model and on both the front and rear for the 4WD model. The 4WD model's maximum system output is 280 kW. In addition to adopting a large-capacity battery, efficiency improvements in the eAxle through the use of SiC power semiconductors and optimized aerodynamic performance have enabled a driving range of 734 km for FWD model and 690km...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

ttle models developed with German conversion specialist AMF-Bruns: Shuttle DIN, Shuttle Flex, and Shuttle Comfort. The range goes from 8-seater with a short wheelbase to a luxury VIP shuttle with a long wheelbase and premium rear seats. All models are available with diesel, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric drive systems. The entry models are Transporter Kombi Shuttle DIN (from EUR 45,415; electric from EUR 54,193) and Caravelle Shuttle DIN (fro...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/23

ndia for its next-generation AxTrax 2 LF electric portal axle, with first deliveries scheduled for 2026. The agreement covers the supply of several thousand AxTrax 2 LF units for battery-electric city buses serving both the Indian domestic market and global exports. Compared to its predecessor, the e-axle delivers up to 20% greater energy savings efficiency, helping operators lower operating costs, reduce battery capacity requirements, and extend...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/17

figuration, the eActros 600 is available in multiple variants, including different cab options, wheelbases, axle configurations, and battery pack combinations. The second generation offers more than 40 base vehicle variants, maintaining key features such as LFP battery technology and the integrated eAxle. Regarding safety, the eActros 600 is developed to meet the same durability and operational standards as conventional heavy-duty Actros models, ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

vehicles with a focus on weight reduction, structural rigidity, improved aerodynamics and enhanced sound insulation. The SUV measures (LWH) 4,275x 1,800x 1,640 mm, supported by a 2,700 mm wheelbase. Power is supplied by a 61 kWh Lithium Iron-Phosphate (LFP) battery, paired with a front-wheel-drive eAxle system that integrates the motor and inverter, delivering 128 kW and 193 Nm of torque. The e VITARA also supports DC fast charging, allowing the...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

ogistics, the new models feature e-SMART ELECTRIC BEV system optimized for mini vehicles, jointly developed by Daihatsu, Suzuki and Toyota. The e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai share the same dimensions, measuring 3,395 mm long, 1,475 mm wide, 1,890 mm high, and wheelbase of 2,450 mm.  While mounting the e-Axle on the rear drive axle and positioning the high-capacity 36.6 kWh thin lithium-ion battery under the floor, the models achieve a cruising range...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/02

LFP battery technology and stores energy recovered during braking. The truck also uses the same efficient electric drive axle as the eActros 600, combined with a 4-speed transmission. High-voltage components, latest E/E architecture and series components including the aerodynamic ProCabin, advanced e-axle, Interactive 2 cockpit, and modern safety assistance systems are taken from eActros 600. These include Active Brake Assist 6, Front Guard Assis...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

UAES achieves mass production of next-gen 400V oil-cooled e-axle United Automotive Electronic Systems Co., Ltd. (UAES) achieved mass production of a next-generation 400V oil-cooled e-axle, its first 3-in-1 oil-cooled e-axle assembly with the next-generation, in-house developed PM6 power module. The UAES e-axle delivers a peak output torque of 3,900Nm and a maximum output power of 200kW. An integrated housing design allows for a product weight not...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/23

ing requirements while ensuring cost-effective access to high-value raw materials, such as rare earths. This project contributes to reducing the carbon footprint of electric vehicles in Germany and across Europe. Key project activities include the development of robot-guided disassembly systems for e-axle drives, recycling processes for rare earth magnets (NdFeB) and other strategic materials, and the creation of a digital ecosystem using digital...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/19

ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules opens e-axle plant in Debrecen, Hungary ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules GmbH, a joint venture between ZF and Foxconn, officially inaugurated its new e-axle assembly plant in Debrecen, Hungary, on January 13, 2026. The EUR 26.7 million facility will manufacture front and rear axles for BMW Group’s electric vehicles and is supported financially by the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA). The project is expected to c...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/14

customized flagship light-duty truck. The Letu, the world’s first forward developed battery electric light-duty truck, is for efficient logistic operations and boasts three core advantages, namely, customized scenarios, customized components, and customized calibration. Equipped with a dedicated e-axle, a high-power motor, and a 100-165kWh 2C battery custom developed with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL), the Letu delivers a ra...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/30

(NSTDA), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, through the Thailand Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence (TECE), in collaboration with the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC) and the National Energy Technology Center (ENTEC), received an Electric Drive System (E-Drive Assembly) from Shanghai Electric Drive and Changan Auto Southeast Asia. The initiative supports talent development and ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

a few months away. The ID. Polo measures 4,053 mm x 1,816 mm x 1,530 mm (LxWxH) with a 2,600 mm wheelbase. Boot space has increased to 435 litres, rising to 1,243 litres with the rear seats folded. The car is built on the new MEB+ electric platform, which uses a simpler, lighter, and more efficient electric drive system to reduce cost and energy use. Production will take place at the SEAT & CUPRA plant in Martorell, Spain. The ID. Polo will be of...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/15

t of Caterham’s EV “Project V.” Caterham Cars announced the concept of the EV model at the “Goodwood Festival of Speed” in 2023, and Tokyo R&D Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo) joined the development and production of the prototype in 2024. Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has also been developing an e-Axle for the model. The EV model’s working prototype will be unveiled at the “Tokyo Auto Salon 2026”, which will be held in January 2026. (Fro...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/15