Stellantis takes over eDCT transmission production from joint venture
The decision concerns the plants in Metz (France) and at the Mirafiori complex in Turin (Italy), where the joint venture’s activities will continue with the production of eDCT transmissions under the sole management of Stellantis. Stellantis’ decision to directly manage the development and production process of the eDCT transmission “aligns with the strategic plan to expand and renew the MHEV and PHEV range,” according to an accompanying press release.
At the hybrid drive facility, Stellantis and Punch Powertrain managed the production of eDCT transmissions, “an advanced hybrid technology that integrates a 21-kW electric motor into a dual-clutch transmission.” The special feature of the drive is that it can provide electric propulsion when less torque is needed, such as when driving in the city or at constant speeds, allowing the internal combustion engine to remain off for half of the time in urban cycles.
The joint venture between Stellantis and Punch Powertrain was launched by PSA and Punch back in 2018 and was based at the PSA factory in Metz. By 2020, the facility was up and running, and Punch Powertrain had amassed 61 per cent of the company. Punch Power train belongs to the Chinese Yinyi Group. Previous owners include ZF and DAF.
Stellantis had also recently announced plans to produce vehicles based on the STLA Small platform in Italy and Spain. The company will likely be making good use of its facilities there, as Stellantis announced the investment of €2 billion in its Italian plants at the end of 2024. A battery factory is also to be built in Spain together with Chinese battery manufacturer CATL, however, there is also an ongoing development partnership with Zeta Energy for lithium-sulphur batteries.
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