Magna has started production of a new modular eDecoupling unit.

The product will be used in battery electric vehicle (BEV) models made by an unnamed “German premium original equipment manufacturer (OEM)”.

The eDecoupling unit is electro-magnetic and is a bolt on, stand alone module for BEVs.

It works mainly as an electromechanical device which disconnects the electric motor from the driveshaft, reducing energy consumption and boosting efficiency.

It was claimed to increase driving range with potential gains of up to 9%.

“Due to the compact design of the unit, we’ve successfully minimised added package space and weight in both axial and radial direction, which has helped ensure that it can be [produced in varying volume) for use in electric and hybrid vehicles from B segment up to SUVs and LCVs,” said Magna Powertrain president Diba Ilunga.

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The compact unit reduces NVH and activates in 100 milliseconds.

It’s produced in Lannach, Austria.

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