As hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) rapidly gain traction alongside internal combustion engine (ICE) and battery electric vehicle (BEV) platforms, the powertrain landscape is undergoing a dynamic transformation. In this shifting environment, Amsted Automotive is uniquely positioned to meet evolving market and regulatory demands with highly efficient, scalable torque-transfer solutions.

At the 2025 VDI Dritev Congress—taking place July 9-10 in Baden-Baden, Germany—Amsted Automotive will showcase a comprehensive portfolio of advanced multi-functional clutch technologies and disconnect systems supporting HEV and EV architectures. These are in addition to Amsted's decades of clutching solutions used by nearly every global automaker for ICE transmissions and transfer cases.

Attendees can visit Amsted at booth #58 to explore the full range of innovations.

Amsted will feature its eAxle disconnect system, a breakthrough solution that enables seamless drive-axle engagement and disengagement in AWD and 4WD HEV and electric vehicles. The system incorporates a bi-stable magnetic latch that consumes no power while latched, contributing up to 8% extended driving range.

Amsted clutch and disconnect solutions offer:

• On-demand actuation for precise torque control
• Compact, lightweight designs to reduce overall vehicular mass
• Seamless transitions between gear shifts and driving modes
• Smooth, rapid torque transfer that improves shift quality and performance
• Reduction in parasitic losses to enhance overall system efficiency

The booth will also highlight a wheel-end disconnect system tailored for commercial vehicle applications, and torque management solutions built around Controllable Mechanical Diodes (CMD).

Additionally, Amsted will display its Mechanical Diodes (MD) technology, already in production automatic transmissions, offering benefits including lower drag, reduced friction, smaller packaging and weight savings.

Amsted Automotive continues to lead the way in powertrain innovation—delivering scalable, reliable solutions for ICE, HEV and EV drivetrain systems.

 

Source: prnewswire.com

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