BorgWarner wins high-volume ECM contract for ICE pick-up platform, extending OEM relationship to 2034
BorgWarner will supply engine control modules for an internal-combustion pick-up truck platform at a longstanding global OEM customer, with production due in 2029 and the relationship running through 2034.
- 2029
- 2034
- 2020
- 500 bar
What Happened
BorgWarner has secured a high-volume contract to supply engine control modules (ECMs) for an internal-combustion-engine pick-up truck platform belonging to one of its longstanding global OEM customers. The deal extends the company's existing customer relationship through 2034, with production expected to begin in 2029. BorgWarner said the module is designed specifically for the platform and brings increased content and functionality, greater control flexibility and a compact design to meet tight packaging requirements. The company has supplied ECMs to this customer since 2020 on several of its existing applications.
BorgWarner begins supplying engine control modules to this customer on several of its existing applications.
BorgWarner announces the new high-volume ECM contract for an ICE pick-up truck platform.
Start of production for the new engine control modules is expected.
The new contract extends the existing customer relationship through this year.
“Securing this strategic ECM program win maintains BorgWarner's electronics leadership and extends our engagement with this long-time partner through 2034. This program builds on our strong relationship with the customer and reflects the value of close collaboration. By combining our deep expertise in engine control technology with an understanding of the customer's requirements, we are helping deliver a solution tailored to the needs of this important platform.”
- Designed specifically for the pick-up platform, with increased content and functionality and a compact design for tight packaging requirements.
- Precise control of engine management systems for diesel, gasoline direct injection (GDi) and port fuel injection applications.
- Built on BorgWarner's custom, cost-competitive Application Specific Integrated Circuits that meet the latest emissions requirements.
- Fully compatible with all injectors currently on the market, with high levels of fuel control flexibility.
- Multiple pin-connection configurations, integrated exhaust aftertreatment functionality and a flexible design enabled by an advanced microprocessor.
500bar
BorgWarner says its gasoline direct injection control can support system pressures at this level.
Beyond light-vehicle ICE engine controllers, BorgWarner says it has an array of solutions to support a wide range of propulsion needs. These include battery management controllers, motor controllers, commercial vehicle engine controllers, and light and commercial vehicle transmission controllers. The company's light-vehicle controller range is offered for both hybrid and combustion engines.
Previously from BorgWarner Inc.
In its most recent quarterly report, published the same day, BorgWarner raised its full-year adjusted earnings guidance after third-quarter net earnings jumped 47.9%. The company also said it booked nine new propulsion and electrification awards in that quarter.
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of BorgWarner Inc.'s official releases.
Why this matters
The award extends a supply relationship that began in 2020 out to 2034, giving BorgWarner a long runway with an existing customer on a high-volume program. It also shows combustion-engine controller work is still being commissioned as the supplier broadens its lineup into hybrid, battery-management and motor controllers.
Terms in This Story
- engine control module (ECM)
- The electronic unit that manages an engine's fuel, air and emissions functions.
- Application Specific Integrated Circuit
- A chip designed for one particular job rather than for general-purpose computing.
- gasoline direct injection (GDi)
- A fuel system that sprays petrol directly into the engine cylinder rather than into the intake port.
- port fuel injection
- A fuel system that injects petrol into the intake port ahead of the cylinder.
Summarised from the linked release; details can be imperfect — always verify against the original source.