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HORSE Powertrain Solutions has officially started producing a new 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder turbocharged engine designed for plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles (PHEVs) at its Valladolid facility. This engine will initially be used in the Renault Rafale E-Tech Hybrid. The production at the facility is set to deliver 1,200 units per month, with plans to scale up to 6,875 units per month. The company has invested €4 million in this project, creating 345 jobs. HORSE Powertrain is a global leader in hybrid and combustion engine solutions, operating 17 plants worldwide.
Key Highlights:
- Engine Specs: The 152PS, 1.2-liter turbocharged engine produces 230Nm of torque.
- Production Target: 1,200 units per month, with potential to scale up to 6,875 units per month.
- Job Creation: The investment will result in 345 new jobs.
- Total Investment: HORSE has invested €4 million into the Valladolid facility for this new production line.
- PHEV Powertrain Details:
- First electric motor (front axle): 50kW and 205Nm
- Second electric motor (rear axle): 100kW and 195Nm
- Secondary HSG motor: 25kW and 50Nm
- Total powertrain output: 220kW (300hp)
- Battery: The PHEV’s energy will be stored in a 400-volt lithium-ion battery with a 22kWh capacity, offering a 100km electric range.
- Fuel Efficiency: The PHEV will achieve a fuel consumption rate of 0.7 liters per 100km with CO2 emissions of just 15g/km.
HORSE’s expertise in low-emission powertrain systems positions the company as a leader in hybrid technology, showcasing its capability to meet the growing demand for sustainable mobility solutions. The introduction of the HR12 engine for PHEVs is a significant step in HORSE’s mission to deliver innovative solutions to the global automotive market.
HORSE: A Global Leader in Automotive Powertrain Solutions
HORSE operates across seven countries, producing 3.2 million units annually. With its headquarters in Madrid, Spain, the company serves markets worldwide with advanced hybrid, full-hybrid, and internal combustion powertrains. HORSE Powertrain Limited, established in May 2024, is jointly owned by Renault Group, Geely, and Aramco.
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