Combined forces
By Gareth Price2019-07-09T11:08:00
For powertrain component specialists such as BorgWarner, a shift to electrification is bringing challenges and opportunities. Gareth Price reports
Widely recognised for its credentials in powertrain technology, BorgWarner undoubtedly is a key player in the internal combustion engine component market. Yet, as the diversity in drive systems broadens, suppliers such as BorgWarner can only stay relevant if they accompany OEMs on the journey from the ICE-dominated past to the electrified destination.
“We are a propulsion company,” says Stefan Demmerle, president and general manager for power systems at BorgWarner, sending the message that the company is keeping track on the market and staying engaged with its customers.