German chipmaker Infineon Technologies has partnered with U.S.-based cockpit electronics supplier Visteon Corporation to jointly develop next-generation electric vehicle (EV) drivetrains, with a focus on integrating high-efficiency power conversion technologies.
The collaboration centers on using Infineon’s wide-bandgap semiconductors—specifically its CoolGaN gallium nitride and CoolSiC silicon carbide devices—in future EV drivetrain applications. These components are expected to enhance power density, thermal performance, and overall energy efficiency, while helping reduce system costs for automotive power modules, according to Visteon.
Planned use cases for the advanced semiconductors include battery junction boxes, on-board chargers, and DC-DC converters—key systems in EV platforms where high-efficiency energy conversion is critical. “Working with Infineon allows us to integrate cutting-edge semiconductor technologies that are essential in improving power conversion efficiency and overall system capability of next-generation electric vehicles,” said Dr. Tao Wang, Head of the Electrification Product Line at Visteon. “This collaboration will advance technologies that accelerate the transition to a more sustainable and efficient mobility ecosystem.”
Infineon welcomed the alliance as a step forward in electric mobility. “Visteon is a recognised innovator and an early adopter of new technologies, making them an ideal partner for us,” said Peter Schaefer, Chief Sales Officer Automotive at Infineon Technologies AG. “Together, we will push the boundaries of electric vehicle technology and provide superior solutions to the global automotive industry.”
Semiconductors play a vital role in EVs by enabling efficient power conversion and system control. Their importance has grown with the electrification of drivetrains and the integration of advanced vehicle functions. The new partnership is aimed at bolstering that role with state-of-the-art components designed to meet the increasing performance and efficiency demands of future EV platforms.