GKN says it has produced the industry’s first two-speed eAxle, with the technology entering production on the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid sports car.

“GKN’s customers aren’t just looking to make their next car more efficient; they want to create new driving experiences,” said GKN Automotive CEO, Andrew Reynolds-Smith.

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