BorgWarner will supply its variable turbine geometry turbocharger to a major European OEM for a hybrid electric vehicle platform
BorgWarner has secured an agreement to supply its variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger to a major European automaker for use on a hybrid electric vehicle platform. The contract positions the supplier as part of the global supply base for one of the OEM’s first hybrid offerings in North America, with production expected to begin in 2028.
The VTG turbocharger technology enables precise control of engine operation across a broad range of speeds, with adjustable electrically-actuated vanes regulating pressure upstream of the turbine. The system is designed to deliver near-instant acceleration and maximum power output while supporting advanced combustion strategies to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions.
BorgWarner said the turbocharger has been tailored to meet the OEM’s size and space requirements, with an updated turbine housing designed to fit packaging constraints. The technology features a shot-peened compressor wheel for improved durability and wear resistance, along with a silencer at the compressor outlet to reduce noise.
In a statement, Dr Volker Weng, Vice President of BorgWarner and President and General Manager of Turbos and Thermal Technologies, said: “Our extensive experience supplying turbochargers using our proven VTG technology for similar applications in Europe, along with our strong track record for quality and reliability, positions us well to extend our relationship and further expand our North American breadth of offerings together.”
Source: BorgWarner
About the Author
