BorgWarner develops torque vectoring dual clutch for EVs
By Jim Gibbins - 1st November 2019
USA - BorgWarner has developed an innovative torque vectoring system for electric vehicles which enables the use of just one electric motor instead of the traditional two typically found on electric vehicles. BorgWarner said the solution is cost-effective and features a compact design, significantly reducing the vehicle space needed as well as the weight of the system.
Using experience gained from its all-wheel drive (AWD) and coupling expertise, BorgWarner created its Torque-Vectoring Dual-Clutch (TVDC) unit, which features two clutches – one inner and one outer – which replace the conventional differential in an electric driveline. Traditional torque-vectoring systems require two e-machines in the rear, which are expensive and heavy, while BorgWarner’s technology conserves weight and space in the driveline, aiding overall vehicle efficiency.
