German semiconductor manufacturer Infineon has entered into a partnership with US-based supplier Visteon, a specialist in cockpit electronics. The aim is to advance the development of next-generation electric vehicle drivetrains.
The two partners plan to integrate power converters based on Infineon semiconductors. Particular focus will be placed on wideband gap semiconductors, which offer significant advantages over silicon-based devices in power conversion applications. According to Visteon, these components deliver higher power density, improved efficiency, and better thermal performance, contributing to enhanced energy efficiency and reduced system costs for the next generation of automotive power conversion modules.
Future EV drivetrain applications from Visteon using Infineon’s CoolGaN (gallium nitride) and CoolSiC (silicon carbide) technologies may include battery junction boxes, DC-DC converters and on-board chargers. The resulting drive systems are expected to deliver top-tier efficiency, robustness and reliability.
“Working with Infineon allows us to integrate cutting-edge semiconductor technologies that are essential in improving power conversion efficiency and overall system capability of next generation electric vehicles,” said Dr. Tao Wang, Head of the Electrification Product Line of Visteon Corporation. “This collaboration will advance technologies that accelerate the transition to a more sustainable and efficient mobility ecosystem.”
“Visteon is a recognised innovator and an early adopter of new technologies, making them an ideal partner for us,” said Peter Schaefer, Chief Sales Officer Automotive, Infineon Technologies AG. “Together, we will push the boundaries of electric vehicle technology and provide superior solutions to the global automotive industry.”
Semiconductors are a critical component in electric vehicles, underpinning drivetrain control, power electronics and a wide range of vehicle functions. They are essential for the efficient conversion of battery energy into motor power and for managing various onboard systems. Back in 2022, we explained in detail how the semiconductor crisis at the time impacted EV production.
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