Michigan, USA
BorgWarner has entered into a partnership with ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., to supply its advanced High-voltage Coolant Heater (HVCH) to ZEEKR’s new ZEEKR 001 electric sedan.
BorgWarner is a global leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. is owned by Geely Holding Group. The HVCH technology was developed to meet the demand for fast-acting solutions as the thermal management systems of vehicles increasingly become decoupled from the internal combustion engine, permanently in the case of electric vehicles (EVs) and for longer parts of the drive cycle in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).
By offering consistent temperature distribution inside the battery pack and its cells, BorgWarner’s coolant heaters can be used for improving battery energy performance in EVs and HEVs. In addition, it allows comfortable cabin temperatures to be generated in a short time enabling a better driving and passenger experience. With high thermal power density and fast response time due to their low thermal mass, these heaters also extend pure electric driving range as they use less power from the battery.
The HVCH uses the latest thick film element (TFE) technology. Developed to meet demand for high-performance systems that quickly generate heat, the HVCH’s heating elements are immersed in coolant so that power losses are minimized and allows for direct temperature sensing. The HVCH is available in two versions – single plate and dual plate – both integrated into robust aluminum housings that provide excellent electromagnetic shielding.
The new ZEEKR 001 equipped with BorgWarner’s HVCH is scheduled to start production in the second half of 2021.
BorgWarner Inc. is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market.
Source: BorgWarner Press Release
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