Software Increasingly Defines the Powertrain Ten years ago, transmissions were still seen as the ‘managers of the drive system’. Since then, the focus has shifted entirely. At the CTI Symposium Novi 2025, key topics included the diversity of electrified drive systems, new solutions such as Range-Extended Electric Vehicles, current challenges in electronics and battery development…
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aPriori’s four-phase sustainability maturity model integrates sustainable practices into manufacturing while balancing profitability and environmental impact This framework guides manufacturers toward environmental stewardship using data-driven insights to make effective design, sourcing, and production choices
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Mark Rushton, Sustainability Director, aPriori Technologies Whether it is the end of the road for Internal Combustion Engines or not (due to synthetic fuels), the in-use phase of a vehicle’s carbon footprint will soon no longer be the most significant impact. Tackling embodied carbon proactively and cost effectively is how leading manufacturers are staying ahead…
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M.Sc. Kai von Schulz, M.Sc. Tilmann Linde, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Steffen Jäger Furtwangen University, Institute for Product and Service Engineering Reducing the sound emitted by the vehicle and the noise perceived by the passengers is an essential part of the development of modern (e-)vehicles. Bearings are crucial to the transmission of vibrations within the vehicle powertrain.…
Continue readingElectric vehicles are revolutionizing the automotive industry in a way that has not been seen since the seatbelt became mandatory in 1967. Competition among OEMs is increasing and the modern day ‘race to the moon’ is underway, lead by manufacturers such as Volkswagen, Ford, GM and Volvo as they roll-out EV & hyrbid models off…
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Gabriela Achtenova, Michal Jasný, Jiri Pakosta, Rômulo do Nascimento Rodrigues Center of Vehicles for Sustainable Mobility, Czech Technical University in Prague Dog clutches are cost-effective but often suffer from angular backlash, causing discomfort. A novel, patented design has been developed to eliminate this issue using a purely mechanical blocking mechanism. This design, fully interchangeable with…
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Bruno De Wachter, Independent Advisor, International Copper Association Since the publication of the EU Green Deal, e-mobility OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in Europe have been actively seeking ways to evolve towards carbon neutrality. For such a journey to be successful, open communication across the entire value chain is essential. This article develops the case…
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Nico Kratz, Test Field Manager, HCP Sense GmbH Ansgar Thilmann, Managing Director, HCP Sense GmbH
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Liang XUE, Emmanuel PINOT, Emmanuel MATRAY, TotalEnergies Lubricants Technology and Product Engineering Flavio SARTI, Richard VERNAY, TotalEnergies R&D TotalEnergies Lubrifiants developed the first standardized specifications for Electric Drive System (EDS) fluids. This new performance standard is a first in the industry for hybrid and electric vehicles.
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As automakers work to decarbonise, most are opting for powertrain electrification, an option that is driving growth in dedicated hybrid and electric vehicle transmissions. However, these systems present new performance challenges that require dedicated fluids to ensure their complete protection. As leaders in driveline additive technology and e-fluid formulation, Infineum has invested in the development…
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