BorgWarner wins major integrated drive module program with global OEM, production from 2027
BorgWarner has secured a new integrated drive module award with a global OEM, with production expected to begin in 2027.
- 2027
- 2026-08-04
What Happened
BorgWarner has secured a new integrated drive module (iDM) award with a global OEM, with production expected to begin in 2027. The award is based on the company's latest three-in-one integrated coaxial drive system, which combines an advanced eMotor, gearbox, and fully-integrated GenIV inverter in a compact package. The system is designed to set a new benchmark in performance, efficiency, and system integration, reinforcing BorgWarner's momentum in electrified propulsion.
“This award reflects BorgWarner's continued commitment to delivering advanced electrified drive solutions through the strength of our global technology portfolio and localized capabilities. We are proud to support our customer with a scalable, high-performance eDrive platform that addresses their evolving mobility needs.”
- Advanced eMotor
- Highly integrated coaxial gearbox with a compact layout for packaging flexibility
- Fully-integrated GenIV inverter using Viper D power switch technology, enabling lower switching losses and higher current capability
- Oil-cooled motor designed to meet demanding performance requirements
- Integrated park system designed to meet stringent safety and regulatory requirements
BorgWarner secures integrated drive module award with global OEM
Production expected to begin
The new system is built for a lighter and more compact platform architecture, improving packaging efficiency and design flexibility. Its building-block hardware and software integration strategy enables a highly scalable platform that can be adapted to diverse customer requirements. This helps reduce development complexity, shorten development cycles, and optimize cost.
Previously from BorgWarner Inc.
BorgWarner has recently been expanding its electrified propulsion portfolio. On August 3, 2026, it secured a major extension of high-voltage inverter programs with a European OEM, covering plug-in hybrid and 800V battery-electric designs. Days earlier, it landed a new eTurbo program with a major European OEM for hybrid passenger cars. These wins, along with the new integrated drive module award, highlight the company's growing role in electric and hybrid vehicle technology.
- BorgWarner wins major extension of high-voltage inverter programs with European OEM
- BorgWarner lands new eTurbo program with major European OEM for hybrid passenger cars
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of BorgWarner Inc.'s official releases.
Why this matters
This award strengthens BorgWarner's position in electric propulsion technology, showing continued momentum as automakers shift to electrified vehicles. The new system is designed to be more efficient, compact, and scalable, which can help the unnamed OEM build better electric vehicles with easier packaging and lower development costs. Production starts in 2027, so the impact will be felt in future models.
Terms in This Story
- Integrated drive module (iDM)
- A system that combines an electric motor, gearbox, and power electronics into a single unit for an electric vehicle.
- Inverter
- A device that converts DC electricity from a battery into AC electricity for an electric motor.
- eMotor
- An electric motor used for propulsion in a vehicle.
- Coaxial gearbox
- A gearbox where the input and output shafts are on the same axis, allowing a more compact design.
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