The purchase will enlarge WEG's turnover and global reach substantially. The net operating revenue of these businesses in 2022 was approximately BRA 2.8 billion (USD541.5m), with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 9.5%.

The Satellite Technical Centre is to focus on end-to-end software, system engineering, electronics, and mechanical engineering, addressing core market trends in electrification, autonomous driving, and reinvention of interior equipment, notably lighting systems.

From now on, Volkswagen will specify to its Tier 1 suppliers which semiconductors and other parts it would prefer in its electronic components.

The new 17.1-kW 600VDC to 24VDC liquid-cooled converter boasts a much greater electrical efficiency at 96-98%, thanks to its silicon carbide semiconductors.

The new inverter is an overhaul of the old design, making it better suited to commercial vehicle uses and more compliant with the latest cybersecurity requirements; that is according to Manuel Calero, Voith’s new vice president for E-Mobility who came into his role in February 2023.

The partnership could be worth up to USD 1 billion and in a statement, BorgWarner said ‘it plans to integrate Onsemi’s EliteSiC 1200 V and 750 V power devices into its power modules for traction inverters.’

The new marker and clearance lights offer increased light size when compared to a conventional “penny-style” light, while still fitting a standard 3/4-inch hole.

Detroit remains a significant player in the manufacturing of truck and bus components enabling it to support DTNA.

The new plant will produce wiring systems for the CV industry in order to meet the growing demand in that segment of the business.

Eaton says the high-power lock box (HPLB) connectors in its eMobility’s Power Connections portfolio save space, cost less, and are easier to manufacture than competing products.

The company is set to supply its high-voltage eFan system to a global commercial vehicle OEM for use in both the European and North American markets, which marks the first eFan system business in North America for BorgWarner.

Phillips Europe is a relatively new manufacturing operation for the US CV connector specialist, having bought Fortech Poland LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of quality 24v electrical connectors and cables for commercial vehicles in June 2018. The harness kits are part of a growing portfolio of products being developed for the European truck and semi-trailer market.