AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
May 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/
-- BorgWarner, a global leader in clean and efficient
technology solutions for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles,
supplies its sprag one-way clutch for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Hybrid, the first FCA US LLC mass-produced plug-in hybrid electric
vehicle and the industry's first PHEV minivan. Depending on driving
mode, BorgWarner's one-way clutch enables the secondary motor to
generate electricity or work with the traction-drive motor to
transfer torque through the differential to the front wheels.
"BorgWarner's one-way clutch plays an essential role in this
PHEV design, helping the minivan achieve up to 84 mpg equivalent in
combined driving with all-electric power," said Robin Kendrick, President and General Manager,
BorgWarner Transmission Systems. "The innovative use of our proven
technology improves efficiency, providing drivers with the
performance they expect and the fuel economy they crave. We are
pleased to contribute our technology to this ground-breaking
design."
During all-electric operation, BorgWarner's one-way clutch
enables both the traction-drive motor and secondary motor to
generate torque for improved acceleration and performance. When the
gasoline engine powers the vehicle, the one-way clutch spins
freely, allowing the secondary motor to generate electricity for
improved battery and fuel efficiency.
BorgWarner's one-way clutches provide superior engagement
performance and high efficiency for a variety of transmissions.
Available in a wide range of sizes, package configurations and
torque capacities, BorgWarner's one-way clutches feature optimized
materials, geometry and processing to meet customer
specifications.
BorgWarner also supplies numerous technologies designed to
increase engine efficiency, improve fuel economy and reduce
emissions for FCA US V-6 Pentastar gasoline engines, including
advanced exhaust gas recirculation modules, thermostatic valves,
silent engine timing chains, variable cam timing technology and
variable force solenoids.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a
global product leader in clean and efficient technology solutions
for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. With manufacturing
and technical facilities in 62 locations in 17 countries, the
company employs approximately 27,000 worldwide. For more
information, please visit borgwarner.com.
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