Magna debuts its new EtelligentReach BEV drive system

8 March 2021, 02:07:44

Magna introduced its all-new connected Magna EtelligentEco PHEV drivetrain and next-gen Magna EtelligentReach battery-electric drive systems. Both were on full display at the company’s Winter Test driving location in northern Sweden. On a frozen track under demanding climatic and driving conditions, the technologies proved their functional advantages including better efficiency, range, and driving dynamics.

We're interested mainly in the solutions for pure EVs, hence - in the Magna EtelligentReach. This is an all-electric AWD solution with next-gen technology options including intelligent operating software and controls. The advanced technology now delivers a range increase and further enhanced driving dynamics. With innovation upgrades to the software and hardware, the range is extended another 20% - more than 145 km in total - when compared to existing vehicles in production. In addition, the latest updates include an advanced decoupling function, inverters with silicon carbide technology, and further-improved operating software, which result in advancements that will benefit all of Magna’s electric drive solutions.

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