JSAE 2026 in Yokohama: Inverters, e-Axle Components Denso's flat double-sided cooled inverter, Tamagawa Seiki's Doublsyn VR-type resolver Summary Inverters (Denso, PUES, BorgWarner) Power electronics components (Tamagawa Seiki, Tsubakimoto Chain, Novosense, Nikkeikin ALMO) Motor cores, bearing-related products (NHK Spring, Yutaka Giken, Metalart, NOK, NSK, TRIS) Parts and materials for e-Axles (Mitsubishi Chemical, KEL, Takagi Seiko, Toray)   Th...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/23

Company Exhibited products Material Features Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo) Prototype:eAxle Motor housing Thermosetting composite material (long fiber reinforced) One-piece molding Stator sealing material High thermal conductivity epoxy resin Insulation, heat dissipation Inverter housing Thermosetting composite material (long fiber reinforced) Nickel-silver plating and electromagnetic shielding Battery module Heat-re...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/18

n of the new PHEV systemNew PHEV system display panel Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.: ５-in-1 e-Axle (3rd generation e-POWER)   Nissan exhibited cutaway models of its 3-in-1 e-Axle and third-generation e-POWER system.   The 3-in-1 e-Axle is an electric powertrain for BEVs that modularizes the motor, inverter, and reduction gear, and is installed in the new Leaf released in January 2026, as well as the Juke in the European market. Exhibits ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/15

ch and 178-inch wheelbases, enabling a range of up to 175 miles. The 208-inch wheelbase version can have 4-6 battery packs for a 210-mile range. The HC Series Cab plug-in hybrid version adds a gasoline engine range extender, enabling a range of up to 500 miles. All versions will offer an onboard AC inverter to provide 15 kW of power for external equipment. The low cab forward design improves safety by providing better sightlines and enabling incr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/12

ther enhancing NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) control performance. 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: 2026/06/12

s (supplier: Protean Electric Ltd.) delivering 410 kW peak power, up to 230 kW continuous power, and up to 4,800 Nm torque. The direct-drive system eliminates the gearbox, improving efficiency and responsiveness, while enabling precise control of each wheel for advanced torque vectoring. And a twin-inverter architecture with high-frequency control (every 10 ms) ensures real-time dynamic optimization.   Key benefits include reduced overall weight...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/11

the Institute for Powertrains and Automotive Technology (IFA), Vienna University of Technology; Slide: © Copyright FEV)   The main levers lie in aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and electric drive unit (EDU) efficiency. Holistic drivetrain optimization—covering e-motor materials, advanced inverter concepts, and optimized transmissions—can raise EDU efficiency to around 95% (WLTP) and, together with vehicle-level measures, deliver ener...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/29

, 2026, accounting for less than 30% of total sales. About 80% of SiC applications are for xEVs, and ROHM's business is primarily focused on BEVs. Major customers include the former Vitesco Technologies (now Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG) and Denso. Other than xEVs, applications include solar inverters, EV fast chargers, industrial motor drives, and UPSs (uninterruptible power supplies).   Looking at the company's sales by segment, it is c...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/08

miconductor business was transferred from PowerX Semiconductor Corporation to Hon Young Semiconductor Co., Ltd. in March 2026. Single-switch SiC power module1,200V/3.6mΩ/505ACompatible with EV powertrain systems, etc. Half-bridge SiC power module1,200V/1.8mΩ/670AFor passenger car traction inverter applications/high power density EV systems Half-bridge IGBT power module1,200V/150-600VAC/DC servo drive, power supply system, e...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/28

motorcycles. Exhibit of battery packs for electric mobility Battery packSpecifications of battery pack (5130)Specifications of battery pack (7428) Panatronic Japan: Batteries for specialty vehicles   While Panatronic Japan (Panatronic Japan Inc.) handles components such as converters, inverters, and batteries for electric vehicles, this time their exhibit focused specifically on automotive batteries from Bold (Bold Valuable Technolo...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/28

ncreasing demand for HEVs. The current model (4th generation), which is the most successful 8AT, will be modified to be compatible with all FHEV, PHEV, and MHEV vehicles, thereby contributing to energy savings. Lightweight and cost-effective design achieved by reducing the number of parts: motors, inverters, planetary gears, etc. Improved control performance: Advanced software integrated into power electronics equipment Increased motor output: 1...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/17

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