- Hybrid transmission will be used in Buick's brand new GL8 PHEV
van
- Modular and lightweight design enhances efficiency and
performance
- Production started in Q2 2024
AUBURN
HILLS, Mich., July 30,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BorgWarner provides its wet
clutch and hydraulic control module for the 2-speed hybrid
transmission of Buick's brand new GL8 PHEV van, production began in
June 2024. As the first large and
medium-sized plug-in hybrid transmission produced by General Motors
in China for the Chinese market,
BorgWarner's efficiency-enhancing wet clutch and hydraulic control
module will contribute to setting a new benchmark for plug-in
hybrids.
"The Chinese market for new energy vehicles is rapidly evolving,
demanding various innovative technologies. We're delighted to
contribute the wet clutch and hydraulic control module for the
2-speed hybrid transmission of Buick's GL8 to enhance its
performance," said Isabelle
McKenzie, Vice President of BorgWarner Inc. and President
and General Manager, Drivetrain and Morse Systems. "This
collaboration with Buick not only showcases BorgWarner's technical
prowess but also underscores our capability for local R&D in
China."
The wet clutch for the 2-speed hybrid transmission enhances
system efficiency through low drag torque, featuring a compact
axial and radial design, and utilizing BorgWarner's
state-of-the-art friction technology to ensure highest reliability.
The hydraulic control module for the 2-speed hybrid transmission
offers advantages such as a wide pressure adjustment range, high
control precision, low leakage, and high efficiency. With a compact
and lightweight design, it facilitates clutch pressure control and
cooling for the clutch and electrical motor and
integrates the tandem E- pump and temperature sensor.
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