BorgWarner, a global provider of sustainable mobility technologies, has secured a new agreement with a major European original equipment manufacturer to supply its variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger for one of the automaker’s hybrid electric vehicle platforms. The programme will support the OEM’s hybrid vehicle rollout in North America and marks another milestone in BorgWarner’s long-standing collaboration with leading global carmakers.
BorgWarner’s VTG turbocharger technology is designed to deliver precise control across a wide range of engine speeds, improving performance while supporting fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. The system uses adjustable, electrically actuated vanes that regulate airflow pressure before it reaches the turbine. This allows faster response times, smoother acceleration and improved power delivery, while enabling advanced combustion strategies that enhance overall engine efficiency.
Engineered to meet the OEM’s specific size and packaging requirements, the turbocharger features a redesigned turbine housing that fits within tight installation constraints and improves transient performance. The customer-specific design ensures compatibility with the hybrid powertrain architecture while maintaining durability and reliability under demanding operating conditions.
Dr Volker Weng, Vice President of BorgWarner Inc and President and General Manager, Turbos and Thermal Technologies, said the agreement reflects the company’s strong partnership with the automaker and its experience in delivering VTG solutions across multiple vehicle platforms in Europe. He added that BorgWarner’s engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities position the company to support the OEM’s hybrid strategy in North America.
The turbocharger also incorporates a shot-peened compressor wheel to improve strength and resistance to wear. The shot-peening process enhances component durability, helping the turbocharger maintain performance over extended service life. In addition, the compressor outlet includes an integrated silencer designed to reduce operating noise and improve cabin comfort.
The latest programme highlights BorgWarner’s ongoing investment in advanced propulsion technologies that support cleaner and more efficient mobility solutions. With hybrid vehicles playing an important role in reducing emissions while maintaining performance, turbocharging innovations such as VTG systems are becoming increasingly important to automakers worldwide.
BorgWarner continues to expand its portfolio of electrification and propulsion solutions, working closely with global OEM partners to deliver technologies that meet evolving regulatory requirements and customer expectations for performance, efficiency and sustainability. BorgWarner is a global automotive supplier headquartered in the United States, known for delivering advanced mobility solutions for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. The company develops and manufactures a broad portfolio of technologies, including turbochargers, transmission systems, power electronics, electric motors and battery systems, serving leading vehicle manufacturers worldwide.
With a strong focus on electrification and sustainability, BorgWarner is expanding its capabilities in electric propulsion and energy-efficient systems to support the industry’s transition toward cleaner mobility. Operating manufacturing and technical facilities across the Americas, Europe and Asia, the company combines engineering expertise with large-scale production to meet evolving regulatory and performance demands in the global automotive sector.
