Aisin, BluE Nexus, and DENSO Develop Two-Motor Hybrid Drive Module for Stellantis' New Jeep Cherokee
Aisin, BluE Nexus, and DENSO jointly developed a two-motor hybrid drive module for Stellantis' new Jeep Cherokee.
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- April 2019
What Happened
BluE Nexus Corporation, AISIN Corporation, and DENSO Corporation have jointly developed a new Two-Motor Hybrid Drive Module. The module has been installed in Stellantis' new Jeep Cherokee. BluE Nexus is headquartered in Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture, and led by President Hidetoshi Uchiyama; AISIN is headquartered in Kariya City and led by President Moritaka Yoshida; and DENSO is headquartered in Kariya City and led by President Shinnosuke Hayashi.
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The newly developed Two-Motor Hybrid Drive Module powers the new Jeep Cherokee.
The module features a high-efficiency, high-torque transaxle and optimizes control of both the motor and the boost converter, which increases the voltage. These characteristics contribute to the exceptional off-road capability and outstanding fuel efficiency associated with the Jeep brand.
The transaxle and motors are manufactured by AISIN North Carolina Corporation, while the inverter is produced by DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee, Inc. This product supports the expansion of hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) in the North American market.
BluE, AISIN, and DENSO will continue leveraging their strengths to deliver high-value technologies and products. Through broader adoption of BluE Nexus products across electric vehicles, BluE aims to contribute to a carbon-neutral society. BluE, established in April 2019, develops and sells electrification systems and electric drive modules, combining the strengths of Aisin, DENSO, and Toyota.
Why this matters
This new hybrid drive module, installed in the Jeep Cherokee, shows how supplier collaboration brings electrified powertrains to a popular SUV brand. It aims to deliver both strong off-road capability and better fuel efficiency. With components made in North Carolina and Tennessee, it also supports the expansion of hybrid vehicles in the North American market, benefiting buyers looking for more efficient options.
Terms in This Story
- Transaxle
- A single integrated unit combining the transmission and the drive axle, transferring power from the motor to the wheels.
- Boost converter
- An electrical device that steps up voltage in a hybrid system to improve motor performance.
- Hybrid electric vehicle (HEV)
- A vehicle that combines an internal combustion engine with an electric motor and battery to improve fuel efficiency.
- Inverter
- A power electronics component that converts direct current (DC) from the battery to alternating current (AC) to drive the electric motor.
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