Schaeffler Showcases Innovations At Asian Edition Of Global Automotive Symposium In Japan

Schaeffler puts the spotlight on its innovative components and systems for powertrains, chassis systems and new mobility solutions toward enhancing efficiency and minimizing carbon emissions at the Schaeffler Symposium Japan 2022. The event featuring technology demonstrations, exhibits and technical seminars was presented by Schaeffler’s Automotive Technologies division, highlighting its innovation, customer and market orientation, and transformation towards the future of mobility in the region. 

“We are excited to present our continued, ongoing transformation in pushing the boundaries of efficient and sustainable mobility,” “Throughout the event, attendees were able to experience first-hand our innovations and technologies actively driving transformation in the automotive industry. Furthermore, as a respected global supplier of high-quality, innovative technology solutions, the customer-focused event provides a platform for us to inspire collaboration and strengthen cooperation,” said Dharmesh Arora, Schaeffler Regional CEO Asia/Pacific.

With an eye on the future, electrified powertrains have been part of Schaeffler‘s core business since 2018, where the company develops products and technologies from individual electromobility components to highly complex systems. 

Earlier this year, Schaeffler announced its 4in1 e-axle, which combines four subsystems – electric motor, transmission, power electronics, and thermal management – into one highly innovative system. Designed with an intelligent control system, this high degree of integration allows for more efficient use of thermal energy – up to 14 per cent less energy consumption through waste heat utilization and CO2 heat pump – in the vehicle leading to increased range and ride comfort. The 4in1 e-axle was also on display for the first time in Japan. 

Also on show for the first time in Japan was Schaeffler‘s rolling chassis, a scalable platform for new driverless mobility solutions that can enable entirely new forms of autonomous mobility. 

The Symposium also saw Schaeffler presenting its new chassis applications for autonomous mobility that utilizes Schaeffler’s steer-by-wire systems. The system is a key technology that eliminates the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and steering gear. This will bring new opportunities with respect to interior design – up to and including all-new vehicle concepts.

To actively drive transformation in the automotive industry, Schaeffler supports an open-to-all technologies approach in supporting the reduction of emissions in all types of vehicles. Alongside all-electric powertrains, Schaeffler also sees hybrid powertrains playing a pivotal role in the transition towards sustainable mobility.