enso) Marelli Corporation (Marelli); Highly Marelli Japan Corporation (Highly Marelli)   This report describes the future trends and current status of thermal management for lithium-ion batteries in BEVs (battery electric vehicles). Countermeasures for heat are also provided for e-Axles (motors, inverters, and reduction gears) in HVs (hybrid vehicles), PHEVs (plug-in hybrid electric vehicles), and BEVs, but these are excluded from the scope of...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/30

ed with electromechanical brakes, the master cylinder, power assist unit, ABS or ESC, brake lines, and fluid become unnecessary, allowing for more efficient use of vehicle space. Furthermore, it reduces the burden and cost of vehicle maintenance. Conversely, to accommodate panic braking, a powerful inverter is required, which is a factor in increasing costs.   The following parts suppliers have announced mass production orders for electromechani...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/24

electronic load devices, but this time it was introducing a bidirectional DC power supply system for EV power train development. On display was a 10kW model from the RZ-X2 series, a regenerative hybrid power supply that combines the functions of a bidirectional DC power supply (for testing motors, inverters, and converters) and a charge/discharge power supply (for battery charge/discharge testing) into a single unit. With minimal distortion in t...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/10

ment philosophy was to make the EV “not a special vehicle, but one that can be used naturally - from everyday driving to long-distance travel.” Newly Developed EV Powertrain (3-in-1) The third-generation LEAF is equipped with a newly developed 3-in-1 electric powertrain, integrating the motor, inverter, and reduction gear into a compact unit.  Building on the expertise gained through e-POWER technology, the system has been fully optimized f...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/06

the "e-Powertrain, e-Axle: Structural Analysis Report & Motor Cost Analysis Report" is shown below. e-Powertrain Structural Analysis: e-Powertrain configuration, feature description, packaging 3D scan data e-Axle Structural Analysis: Component configuration of the e-Axle; structural description of inverter, motor, and reducer; 3D scan data Motor Cost Analysis: Motor components and cost analysis Inverter Cost Analysis: Inverter components and cos...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/04

Automotive World 2026: Inverters, Power Electronics BorgWarner Gen4 inverters, Fuji Electric power modules, and more Summary Inverters, converters (BorgWarner, Leadrive Technology, ITRI, Ministry of the Environment) Power modules (Fuji Electric, Infineon, Oita Device Technology) Power electronics (NHK Spring, Murata Manufacturing, Micron Electric)   The Automotive World and NEPCON Japan expos were held at Tokyo Big Sight, from January 21 to 23, ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/26

etc. CALB Actively developing a battery industrial hub in Thailand. Through local production, the company is deepening the establishment of a strategic supply chain with Chinese OEMs entering Thailand. Inovance Technology Mass production began in July 2024. Focused on production of e-Axles and inverters. Shanghai Edrive Established a local subsidiary and built an e-Axle assembly line. Specializes in R&D and production of next-generation po...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/24

-in-1 and 3-in-1 powertrains for light-duty commercial BEVs.   The light commercial BEV 2-in-1 powertrain has a maximum output of 160kW, maximum torque of 473Nm, and maximum rotation speed of 16,000 rpm. The e-Axle is designed for 5-ton class trucks in Taiwan, and Fukuta manufactures the motor and inverter in-house.   The motor part was not visible, but the windings were apparently insertion-type distributed windings using round wire.   Volume...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/13

ds, Horse Powertrain also has a pure range extender module for BEV platforms in its product range   Horse Powertrain originated as a joint venture between Renault and Geely. At the IAA, the company showcased its new C15 range extender module, consisting of a 1.5-l gasoline engine, a generator, an inverter, and an exhaust system. The version equipped with a 70-kW naturally as-pirated engine is intended for the B and C segments, while a turbochar...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/19

ng feel. E-Motor Front Axle (ASM) E-Motor Rear Axle (EESM) Round Battery Cell   BMW's large cylindrical battery with a diameter of 46mm has an energy density 20% higher than conventional prismatic batteries. The combination of an 800V high-voltage platform and an in-house developed SiC inverter has significantly improved charging performance and energy efficiency. The modular design and vehicle integration technology (a method of dir...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/05

y-wide sales increasing +4.6% compared to FY2023. [Recent Activities] In February 2024, the company opened an engineering center in Portugal. The engineering center was set up in the Palmela plant, the company’s compressor manufacturing site in Europe. The new engineering center is capable of inverter software development, bracket and compressor design, prototype fabrication, environmental, climate and electrical/electronic (E/E) performanc...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/22

aid to be cheaper than conventional silicon nitride. Ceramic bearing balls Ceramic bearing ball display panel   Silicon nitride ceramic substrates are insulators that have both heat dissipation and strength properties, and are used in power semiconductor modules that are incorporated in inverters, converters, and other devices.   The double-sided cooled power module in the PCU made by Denso Corporation (Denso) for the fourth generati...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/17

the roof. BYD’s placement of batteries is desirable because heavy objects on the roof affect maneuverability. The fact that BYD is also a battery manufacturer is an advantage for the overall design. BYD boasts a number of features from its next-generation design. The motors, battery, and inverter all feature the latest technology. The suspension and drive motor are modularized, allowing for smart response to an increase or decrease in ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/16

an annual production capacity of 1 million units, strongly supporting the company's entry into the Chinese and global markets. In terms of technology integration and local production strategy, the company's E-Axle has realized a full-set vertically integrated design from motor and reduction gear to inverter, shortening the R&D cycle from the previous 2 to 2.5 years to 1 to 1.5 years. It caters to customization demands for multiple models, includi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/11

agement unit is for 48-cell battery systems such as BEV light trucks. Battery management unit Battery management unit explanation screen NHK Spring: Busbars, battery grid springs   Busbars are often used for connections within the battery pack of electric vehicles and for connections to inverters, and in addition to copper and aluminum, NHK Spring has also added copper-coated aluminum busbars to its lineup, which are made by coating a...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/11

tegrated Safey, and +1 Digitalization Networking and Software. In 2022, ZF continued working on the volume production implementation of the e-Drive platform for electrified drives.   By the end of 2022, ZF announced the launch of its new electric drives, based on a modular concept with an e-motor, inverter, transmission, and software. A range of Modular E-Drive Systems designed for both passenger cars and commercial vehicles (CVs) was launched t...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/09

ctric powertrains and had begun preparations for production. In addition to CVTs, it will add EV powertrains to its production lineup. Starting in 2026, the company will supply Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK with "3-in-1" powertrains for Nissan's electric vehicles (EVs) (integrating the drive motor, inverter, and reduction gear into three main components). JATCO UK Ltd. was established in Sunderland, UK. A production line with an annual capacity o...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/08

er two million EVDs and five million electric traction drives globally.  A central theme of the presentation was ZF’s SELECT e-drive platform—a modular, plug-and-play system designed to accelerate development and deployment. The platform integrates essential components such as electric motors, inverters, reduction gears, and software, supporting a wide range of system solutions. Inspired by LEGO bricks, SELECT uses frozen interfaces and high...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/02

see recent developments Financial Results: Consolidated net sales JPY 4,085 billion (+6.0%), operating income JPY 221.7 billion (+10.6%) in the fiscal year ended March 2025. Number of employees: 79,454, as of March 2025. Instruments: Ni-MH batteries for HEVs, LiB for forklifts, on-board chargers, inverters, DC-DC converters Battery-related manufacturing sites: Kyowa (Obu City, Aichi), Ishihama (Higashiura Town, Aichi Prefecture) Shareholders: T...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/01

Japan Mobility Show 2025: Electric Powertrains e-Axles, motors, inverters Summary OEM technology exhibits and cutaway models: Toyota, Daihatsu, BYD, Yamaha, Nissan e-Axles, motors: Aisin, Astemo, Valeo, Bosch, Oswell Inverters, converters: Denso, Bosch, Astemo, Oswell, Toyota Industries, Shindengen Electric   The Japan Mobility Show 2025, organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA) was held at Tokyo Big Sight (open t...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/21