BorgWarner Partners with Buick’s GL8 to Set New Benchmark in Chinese Plug-in Hybrid Market
In a significant development for the Chinese automotive market, BorgWarner, a global leader in clean and efficient technology solutions for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles, has announced its partnership with Buick’s brand new GL8 PHEV van. Set to revolutionize the plug-in hybrid segment, the GL8 PHEV van is the first large and medium-sized plug-in hybrid transmission produced by General Motors specifically for the Chinese market.
Contributing to Efficiency and Performance With Advanced Technology
BorgWarner’s wet clutch and hydraulic control module will play a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency and performance of Buick’s GL8 PHEV van. As a leading supplier in the industry, BorgWarner brings its efficiency-enhancing wet clutch to the 2-speed hybrid transmission, ensuring reduced drag torque and system optimization. With a compact axial and radial design, this state-of-the-art wet clutch utilizes BorgWarner’s cutting-edge friction technology, guaranteeing the highest level of reliability for the vehicle.
The hydraulic control module also proves instrumental in the GL8 PHEV van’s success. It offers a wide pressure adjustment range, delivering unmatched control precision, and operates with low leakage and high efficiency. Designed to be compact and lightweight, it simplifies clutch pressure control and cooling, while integrating the tandem E-pump and temperature sensor. This integration will ensure seamless and optimized operation of the clutch and electrical motor, paving the way for an exceptional plug-in hybrid driving experience.
Seizing Opportunities in the Evolving Chinese EV Market
With the Chinese market for new energy vehicles growing rapidly and demanding innovative technologies, this collaboration between BorgWarner and Buick emerges as a tangible contribution toward setting new standards in the plug-in hybrid space. BorgWarner’s Vice President, Isabelle McKenzie, expressed her delight and highlighted the importance of this partnership: “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. This collaboration with Buick not only showcases BorgWarner’s technical prowess but also underscores our capability for local R&D in China.”
By positioning itself within the Chinese market for new energy vehicles, BorgWarner is tapping into limitless potential. This move allows the company to not only invest its technical expertise but also strengthen its commitment to local research and development capabilities in China. With the continuous development of new technologies and close collaboration with leading automotive manufacturers, BorgWarner reinforces its industry-leading position and commitment to driving the future of sustainable mobility.
Driving Towards a Sustainable Future
The partnership between BorgWarner and Buick’s GL8 PHEV van embodies the collective drive towards a sustainable future. As the automotive industry continues its transition towards cleaner and more efficient technologies, the demand for exceptional plug-in hybrids is set to soar. With innovative solutions like the wet clutch and hydraulic control module, BorgWarner ensures that Buick’s GL8 PHEV van offers exceptional performance and pushes the boundaries of what is possible in the plug-in hybrid segment.
In a time when sustainable mobility is becoming increasingly crucial, BorgWarner’s collaboration with Buick brings us one step closer to achieving a cleaner, greener automotive landscape.
