PowerWheel – The Wheel Hub Drive
Unlock more space, efficiency, and control for your next electric vehicle platform. Benefit from Schaeffler’s extensive development and production expertise in wheel hub drive solutions. The PowerWheel is a highly integrated product with high torque density. Proven in automotive and non-automotive series. With a robust sealing concept for protection under all load cases and harsh environmental conditions. Designed with the in-house expertise for all mission-critical components. Produced with an established supply chain and mature production processes.
Highlights
- More space in the chassis
- Improved vehicle dynamics
- Simplified vehicle production
Advantages
- Independent wheel control: Enables superior handling, advanced safety features, and true torque vectoring
- Instant torque at the wheel: Maximum traction and dynamic driving experience
- Dual braking: Combines energy recuperation and friction braking for optimal efficiency and safety
- All-in-one design: Fewer components, more free space, and simplified vehicle assembly
Features
- Packaging starting at 14’’ rim size
- Standard interfaces for mounting, electric drive and brake connections
- External inverter as cost-optimal solution, can be combined with further functions (X-in-1)
- Scalable platform with the following power and torque ranges:
Peak
Continuous
Power
18 – 85 kW
9 – 38 kW
Torque
900 – 2250 Nm
250 – 850 Nm