In-wheel motor developer Protean Electric is partnering with FAW-Volkswagen in China to develop a new electric propulsion system. FAW-VW will create a new rear-wheel drivetrain for an EV based on the new Bora compact sedan, using two Protean in-wheel motors. “This is a two-phase project that will capitalize on the torque and packaging freedoms that… Read more »
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VW CEO: Germany’s 1 million EV goal achievable, if…
The German government has set a goal to have one million electric cars on the country’s roads by 2020. “We will make our contribution toward this goal,” Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn told reporters this week. However, according to Bloomberg, Winterkorn said that the goal was feasible only if plug-in hybrids are included in that million-vehicle… Read more »
VW presents two new electric models at Frankfurt auto show
A “paradigm shift” toward sustainable mobility has begun, according to Volkswagen, and its new e-up! and e-Golf “have the potential to irreversibly charge up the electric car segment.” VW will present two new four-door EVs at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt, which takes place September 10-22. The five-seat front-wheel drive e-Golf features an 85… Read more »
VW introduces a plug-in diesel SUV concept in Detroit
All in blue, this German miss made her debut this week at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The CrossBlue concept is a midsize crossover SUV that Volkswagen developed for the North American market. Under the hood, she’s a plug-in hybrid with a diesel engine, two electric motors and an all-wheel-drive system. … Read more »
Braking And Steering Into The Future: Infineon’s Product Portfolio And Roadmap For Autonomous Systems
Watch this webinar for an in-depth examination of braking and steering applications. We’ll highlight the current systems and the key Infineon components that power them, from Microcontrollers to Gate Drivers, including MOSFETs, sensors and more. Discover current trends and disruptors, including electromechanical braking and cutting-edge technologies, as well as emerging x-by-wire applications. Gain insights into… Read more »
Easing Traction Inverter Power Design With A Novel Family Of Pre-Configured High Voltage Gate Drivers
Watch this webinar to learn about new preconfigured automotive high voltage gate drivers for efficient switching of the latest automotive IGBT, SiC MOSFET, and Si/SiC Fusion power modules. Key takeaways:• Gate drivers matches to latest IGBT, SiC MOSFET and Fusion switch technologies • Developed according to ISO 26262 • No configuration required • Compact with… Read more »
Industry Leading Door Control Providing A High Level Of System Integration
The webinar offers a comprehensive overview of Infineon’s innovative door control solutions while providing a detailed exploration of the industry-leading MOTIX products. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how these advanced solutions are shaping the future of door control technologies, designed to enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance. The session will cover key features, benefits, and… Read more »
Realizing Scalable Zone Control Units In 12-Volt & 48-Volt Electrical Architectures
The journey towards the software-defined vehicle and advances towards fully automated driving are pushing the automotive electrical architecture beyond the capabilities of today’s 12V domain architecture. Watch this webinar to learn how Infineon’s scalable product solutions are optimized to meet the design challenges introduced by the zone-based electrical architectures. Additional Resources: Semiconductors in the Evolution… Read more »
The Latest In 80 V And 100 V MOSFETs For 48-Volt Automotive Architectures
Watch this webinar to learn why a new generation of 80 V and 100 V automotive MOSFETs is needed, the applications in which MOSFETs are used, and the benefits realized with Infineon’s latest power semiconductor technology, OptiMOS™ 7. Key takeaways:• The trend to 48-Volt automotive architectures is driven by higher power needs, system cost savings… Read more »
Designing A Dynamic Automotive LED Light With A 16 Channel UART Over CAN Driver
As rear lighting architectures continue to evolve, designers are required to implement new functionalities and animations while reducing wiring effort and costs. Moreover, ensuring easy functional safety design is a top priority. In this webinar, we’ll delve into the solutions to these challenges and explore how to design a LED driver with a BUS interface… Read more »
