MAHLE advocates technology diversity to accelerate decarbonisation
MAHLE
has reiterated its commitment to climate protection through a strategy that supports both
electrification
and sustainable
internal combustion engine
(ICE) technologies. At the MAHLE Tech Day in Stuttgart, CEO Arnd Franz called for a revision of the European Union's
CO₂ legislation
to recognise climate-neutral fuels and combustion engines as part of the solution for reducing emissions in road transport.
'We need technology diversity in regulations – for climate protection, to strengthen the
European automotive industry
and to safeguard employment in Europe,' Franz said. He added that any delay in revising existing laws may compel the company to halt investments in ICE technologies in Europe.
While the company continues to support electric mobility, it also promotes the development of hybrid vehicles and range extenders to help transition from conventional engines. MAHLE believes these technologies will be essential in accelerating
decarbonisation
, especially given the current pace of EV adoption.
Technological developments highlighted at IAA mobility
At the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, MAHLE is showcasing several products under the theme 'Efficiency'. These include a new
range extender
for electric vehicles, a compact
thermal management
module with an integrated heat pump, and ethanol-compatible engine components.
The company's new range extender consists of a compact internal combustion engine paired with a high-efficiency 800V generator. It is designed to offer a continuous output of 85 kW and features direct cooling for high performance with reduced rare earth requirements. The system aims to extend vehicle range and reduce battery size requirements, with test cycles showing potential ranges up to 1,350 km.
In thermal management, MAHLE has introduced a module combining refrigerant and coolant control components to enhance energy efficiency. By integrating a high-efficiency heat pump, the system is expected to increase electric vehicle range by up to 20% in colder climates. It is compatible with both current and future refrigerants and will enter series production within two years.
Research and development focus on efficiency
MAHLE is also presenting a radial blower inspired by penguin flippers, designed to lower energy use and noise in automotive air conditioning systems. The component is reportedly 15% more efficient and 60% quieter than standard models. The design process employed in-house artificial intelligence tools capable of generating millions of prototypes in short periods, a process MAHLE describes as 'superhuman engineering'.
The company is further developing ethanol-compatible engine parts as part of its plan to support
alternative fuels
. The new power cell unit includes pistons, rings, and valves adapted for ethanol combustion, which MAHLE states can reduce lifecycle emissions by up to 70%.
Franz maintained that technology neutrality in policy would enable faster emission reductions, maintain European industrial competitiveness, and protect employment. MAHLE's long-term strategy, called '2030+', encompasses electrification, sustainable combustion engines, and thermal management as parallel paths toward lowering emissions in mobility.
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