BorgWarner Secures Strategic Turbocharger Business for Major Global OEM's Compact and Light Commercial Vehicles
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BorgWarner (NYSE:BWA) has secured two major turbocharger contracts with a global OEM for next-generation vehicles in Europe and North America. The first contract involves supplying wastegate gasoline turbochargers for 1.0-liter engines in European compact and light commercial vehicles, with production starting in August 2027. The second contract covers high-performance turbochargers for 3.0-liter gasoline hybrid applications in North America, beginning production in September 2028.
The company will manufacture these turbochargers at its facilities in Rzeszów, Poland and Ramos, Mexico, emphasizing localized production. The wastegate turbocharger technology offers durability, competitive pricing, and consistent performance for small-displacement gasoline engines.
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- Long lead time to production start (2027-2028)
- Continued focus on combustion engine technology amid industry shift to EVs
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- Expands market share in
Europe andNorth America through conquest business - Delivers cost-effective, durable wastegate turbocharger for 1.0L and 3.0L gasoline engines
- Supports long-term combustion engine supply with localized manufacturing
"This award underscores our ability to win in highly contested markets by offering reliable, cost-effective solutions and long-term supply commitments," said Dr. Volker Weng, Vice President of BorgWarner Inc. and President and General Manager, Turbos and Thermal Technologies. "It reflects our strategic focus on supporting global OEMs with combustion engine technologies while others exit the space."
BorgWarner's wastegate turbocharger technology offers a a robust and efficient solution designed for small-displacement gasoline engines. It utilizes a conventional wastegate mechanism to manage boost pressure, delivering consistent engine performance and fuel economy without requiring complex enhancements. The product stands out due to exceptional durability, competitive pricing, and long-term availability—key advantages in a consolidating supplier landscape. Manufactured at BorgWarner's facilities in Rzeszów,
About BorgWarner
For more than 130 years, BorgWarner has been a transformative global product leader bringing successful mobility innovation to market. With a focus on sustainability, we're helping to build a cleaner, healthier, safer future for all.
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