BorgWarner to supply advanced 7-in-1 integrated drive module for leading Chinese hybrid SUV
Press Release
BorgWarner has announced a major supply contract with a leading Chinese automaker to deliver its next-generation 7-in-1 Integrated Drive Module (iDM), designed exclusively for the OEM’s upcoming hybrid SUV. This high-efficiency propulsion system will enter mass production in 2026, marking another milestone in BorgWarner’s growing footprint within China’s fast-evolving new energy vehicle (NEV) market.
The 7-in-1 iDM stands out for its compact design and system-level integration, combining seven key components into a single module. These include two electric motors featuring BorgWarner’s patented high-voltage hairpin winding technology, a dual inverter with an on-board charger (OBC), DC-DC converter, battery voltage booster, vehicle control unit (VCU), power distribution unit (PDU), and an eGear transmission. Together, they deliver a peak output of 160 kW, maximum torque of over 3,400 Nm, and operate at a peak voltage of 450V, achieving both strong performance and exceptional efficiency.
“Our deep system expertise allows us to create highly customized and efficient architectures for our customers’ hybrid applications,” said Dr. Stefan Demmerle, President and General Manager of BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems. “We’re proud to partner with one of China’s most prominent automakers to bring this advanced technology to market.”
BorgWarner’s strength lies in its end-to-end electrification capabilities, spanning e-motors, power electronics, and gearboxes—all developed in-house. The modular and scalable nature of the iDM platform allows for design flexibility, supporting automakers as they transition toward hybrid and electric mobility.
With this collaboration, BorgWarner reinforces its commitment to advancing electrified propulsion technologies and supporting China’s ambition to accelerate the adoption of new energy vehicles (NEVs). The project highlights the company’s growing influence in Asia’s EV ecosystem and its ongoing role in enabling cleaner, smarter, and more efficient mobility solutions worldwide.
