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Time of India
07-08-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
BorgWarner secures turbocharger contract with East Asian carmaker for hybrid SUVs
BorgWarner has signed a new contract with a major East Asian original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to supply turbochargers for its 1.6-litre engine platform used in hybrid electric SUV models. The programme marks a continuation of an 18-year relationship between the two companies. The agreement covers the supply of wastegate turbocharger systems designed for hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) applications. These systems are intended to improve fuel efficiency, acceleration, and drivability in the customer's upcoming SUV models. 'This award underscores our commitment to delivering high-performance, efficient turbocharging solutions that support the customer's ambitious HEV growth strategy,' said Volker Weng, Vice President, BorgWarner Inc. and President and General Manager, Turbos and Thermal Technologies. 'Our advanced wastegate turbocharger technology is a key enabler of fuel economy and driving performance, and we are proud to continue our trusted partnership,' he added. Focus on thermal durability and local production The wastegate turbocharger system includes a robust actuator and refined valve design that enables precise boost control under varying engine loads and driving conditions. It is built to withstand high thermal loads, a common requirement in hybrid duty cycles, and aims to reduce friction and thermal losses for improved overall efficiency and lower emissions. Production will commence in 2027 at BorgWarner's Pyongtaek facility in Korea, aligning with the OEM's localisation strategy and ensuring supply chain efficiency for the regional market.
Time of India
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
BorgWarner wins turbocharger contracts for global OEM's compact and hybrid vehicles
BorgWarner has secured two major turbocharger supply contracts with a global original equipment manufacturer (OEM), expanding its market share in both Europe and North America. The deals mark a significant step forward in BorgWarner's long-term commitment to supporting combustion and hybrid engine platforms, even as other suppliers pivot away from internal combustion technologies. Under the first contract, BorgWarner will supply its cost-effective and durable wastegate turbochargers for 1.0-litre gasoline engines to be used in next-generation compact and light commercial vehicles in Europe. Production is scheduled to commence in August 2027. The second contract covers a high-performance turbocharger program for 3.0-litre gasoline hybrid engines, targeting the North American market. Deliveries under this deal are slated to begin in September 2028. 'This award underscores our ability to win in highly contested markets by offering reliable, cost-effective solutions and long-term supply commitments,' said Dr. Volker Weng, Vice President of BorgWarner Inc. and President and General Manager, Turbos and Thermal Technologies. Manufacturing for the new turbochargers will take place at BorgWarner's facilities in Rzeszów, Poland, and Ramos, Mexico, aligning with the company's emphasis on localisation and operational excellence.
