BorgWarner secures high voltage coolant heater programmes in China, Korea & Japan

06 Nov 2024 CW Team

BorgWarner has secured three significant business wins for its High Voltage Coolant Heater (HVCH) technology, expanding its reach in the Chinese, Korean and Japanese electric vehicle markets.

In China, a leading domestic automaker has selected BorgWarner’s HVCH for use in a fully electric SUV, with production expected to commence in the second quarter of 2025. This partnership marks a significant step forward in BorgWarner’s continued expansion in China’s rapidly growing electric vehicle industry.

In Korea, BorgWarner’s HVCH will be used in an electric pick-up vehicle and production is set to begin in March 2025. The heater will be critical in managing cabin temperatures, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing the driving experience.

In Japan, BorgWarner’s HVCH has been chosen by a Japanese OEM for a battery-electric vehicle. With production starting in 2028, this marks the company's first HVCH program in the country. The compact heater design enables superior performance and efficiency at a lower cost.

“These three important business wins underscore the strength of BorgWarner’s HVCH technology and further solidify our relationships with important Asian OEMs,” said Dr. Volker Weng, Vice President of BorgWarner Inc. and President and General Manager, Turbos and Thermal Technologies. “Our cost-effective, efficient heating solution is able to meet the evolving needs of global electric vehicle manufacturers and continues to drive our success in key regions.”

BorgWarner’s coolant heaters are designed with a compact, modular structure, minimizing size and weight. By ensuring uniform temperature distribution within the battery pack and its cells, they enhance battery energy performance in both electric and hybrid vehicles. They also enable rapid cabin heating, improving both driving comfort and passenger experience. With high thermal power density and quick response times due to low thermal mass, these heaters help extend driving range by consuming less power from the battery.

The HVCH incorporates advanced Thick Film Element (TFE) technology, offering great flexibility in the dimensions and sizes of the heating elements. Designed to meet the demand for high-performance systems that generate heat quickly, the HVCH’s heating elements are immersed in coolant for efficient heat transfer. Compatible with supply voltages ranging from 250 to 800 volts, the HVCH delivers a power range of 3 to 10 kW, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Your next big infra connection is waiting at RAHSTA 2025 – Asia’s Biggest Roads & Highways Expo, Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. Don’t miss out!

BorgWarner has secured three significant business wins for its High Voltage Coolant Heater (HVCH) technology, expanding its reach in the Chinese, Korean and Japanese electric vehicle markets. In China, a leading domestic automaker has selected BorgWarner’s HVCH for use in a fully electric SUV, with production expected to commence in the second quarter of 2025. This partnership marks a significant step forward in BorgWarner’s continued expansion in China’s rapidly growing electric vehicle industry. In Korea, BorgWarner’s HVCH will be used in an electric pick-up vehicle and production is set to begin in March 2025. The heater will be critical in managing cabin temperatures, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing the driving experience. In Japan, BorgWarner’s HVCH has been chosen by a Japanese OEM for a battery-electric vehicle. With production starting in 2028, this marks the company's first HVCH program in the country. The compact heater design enables superior performance and efficiency at a lower cost. “These three important business wins underscore the strength of BorgWarner’s HVCH technology and further solidify our relationships with important Asian OEMs,” said Dr. Volker Weng, Vice President of BorgWarner Inc. and President and General Manager, Turbos and Thermal Technologies. “Our cost-effective, efficient heating solution is able to meet the evolving needs of global electric vehicle manufacturers and continues to drive our success in key regions.” BorgWarner’s coolant heaters are designed with a compact, modular structure, minimizing size and weight. By ensuring uniform temperature distribution within the battery pack and its cells, they enhance battery energy performance in both electric and hybrid vehicles. They also enable rapid cabin heating, improving both driving comfort and passenger experience. With high thermal power density and quick response times due to low thermal mass, these heaters help extend driving range by consuming less power from the battery. The HVCH incorporates advanced Thick Film Element (TFE) technology, offering great flexibility in the dimensions and sizes of the heating elements. Designed to meet the demand for high-performance systems that generate heat quickly, the HVCH’s heating elements are immersed in coolant for efficient heat transfer. Compatible with supply voltages ranging from 250 to 800 volts, the HVCH delivers a power range of 3 to 10 kW, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Infrastructure Energy

04 Sep 2025

Coal India Invites Bids for 5 GW Green Energy Projects

Coal India Ltd, the world’s largest coal producer, has invited bids to develop 5 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy projects as part of its strategic diversification amid concerns over declining future coal demand.The state-run company is seeking expressions of interest for the construction of 3 GW of solar and 2 GW of wind power capacity, according to tender documents published on its procurement portal on Tuesday. The final date for bid submissions is 16 September.This marks Coal India’s most ambitious foray into green energy to date, as it grapples with subdued demand and eroding market..

Infrastructure Urban

04 Sep 2025

DDA, MCD Fined Rs 5 Million Each Over Faulty RWH Systems

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has imposed interim environmental compensation of Rs 5 million each on the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for failing to properly maintain rainwater harvesting (RWH) systems, which has resulted in groundwater contamination.The penalty was conveyed to the National Green Tribunal (NGT), which is hearing multiple petitions concerning groundwater pollution in various parts of Delhi, including residential societies in Dwarka. The NGT had earlier raised concerns over RWH systems constructed near stormwater d..

Infrastructure Transport

04 Sep 2025

GDA to Buy Land for RNE Roads to Ease Traffic Woes

The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has approved a proposal to directly purchase land from owners for the development of eight roads under the Raj Nagar Extension (RNE) zonal plan, officials confirmed on Wednesday. This move is aimed at overcoming long-standing land acquisition hurdles that have delayed key infrastructure projects in the area.Of the eight roads, five are planned with a width of 45 metres, one at 30 metres, and two at 24 metres. Seven of these roads had stalled due to unavailability of land, significantly hampering traffic flow and residential connectivity in the rapidly ..