German parts maker ZF has launched a two-speed electric axle drive system for passenger cars. The drive, which integrates an electric motor with a shift element and power electronics, is compatible with standard-sized and compact cars. The modular design enables it to be scaled up for sports vehicles, according to the company, allowing manufacturers to… Read more »
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ZF introduces new electric 2-speed drive for passenger cars
ZF shifts up a gear: its new 2-speed electric drive for passenger cars integrates an advanced electric motor with a shift element and appropriate power electronics. The improvement in energy conversion efficiency compared to previous e-drives extends t…
ZF presents two-speed transmission for electric cars
ZF has just presented its new electric drive for passenger cars, which combines a newly developed electric motor with 140 kW maximum output, a shift element and suitable power electronics. The transmission is intended to increase efficiency and thus the range of electric cars. The automotive supplier ZF wants to transfer its transmission know-how to […]
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ZF reveals more details to hybrid drive
ZF has already received orders worth billions from BMW and Fiat Chrysler for the new eight-speed hybrid module automatic transmission. The supplier is now providing further details on the transmission. A modular system makes it possible to implement mild, full, and plug-in hybrid drives with peak outputs of 24 to 160 kW. The power electronics […]
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ZF to supply drive components for Mercedes’ EQC
This is the third major order for ZF to announced within a few weeks: The supplier from Lake Constance is supplying Daimler with large parts of the drive system for the Mercedes EQC. Previously, BMW and Fiat Chrysler had ordered hybrid transmissions worth billions. ZF confirmed the Mercedes order to local media sources. ZF CEO […]
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ZF launches product offensive for electric and hybrid drive system
The ZF group will showcase its next generation mobility solutions at the forthcoming IAA. The Group is extending its product portfolio to include more attractive solutions for the mobility of the future with a product offensive for hybrid and electric …
ZF receives major order for hybrid drives from FCA
After BMW, Fiat Chrysler is now also ordering transmissions from ZF for hybrid cars. According to a ZF spokesperson, the sales value of the FCA order is “in the low billion range”. At a technology presentation in Dresden, ZF CEO Wolf-Henning Schneider did not comment on the exact size of the order, but left the […]
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ZF Introduces New Electric Drive for Commercial Vehicles with Functional Safety
Against a backdrop of exhaust pollution in China’s cities, the country’s commitment to electromobility is probably greater than that of any other country. The electrification of public transport and distribution logistics plays an important role in sat…
ZF acquires Dutch e-mobility company 2getthere
German parts maker ZF has acquired a 60% share of Dutch e-mobility company 2getthere. 2getthere produces automated transport systems, including driverless electric transport systems for airports, businesses and theme parks and urban transport infrastructure. The acquisition is part of ZF’s Next Generation Mobility strategy, through which it hopes to gain a foothold in the Mobility… Read more »
ZF new automatic transmissions for BMW
ZF Friedrichshafen has received an order from BMW to supply its advanced 8-speed automatic transmission with a volume in the tens of billions over a long period of time. The latest version of the ZF 8-speed transmission, which has been in production since 2009, is technically optimized for the integration of electric drives. This also […]
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