Renault and STMicroelectronics team up to slash electric vehicle energy waste by 45%
Renault Group has joined forces with STMicroelectronics to enhance the efficiency of its electric and hybrid vehicles. The alliance will concentrate on advanced semiconductor technology to reduce energy waste by up to 45%. Both companies aim to hasten the transition towards more sustainable mobility solutions.
The partnership was revealed prior to Renault's eWays online conference, slated for 30 June 2021.
Under the agreement, Renault will incorporate silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) components into its on-board chargers, DC-DC converters, and powertrain inverters from 2026. These wide bandgap semiconductors, provided by STMicroelectronics, are anticipated to significantly improve energy efficiency. This move aligns with Renault's objective of reducing e-powertrain costs by 30% while boosting performance.
STMicroelectronics has pledged to deliver substantial volumes of power modules and transistors to meet Renault's production needs between 2026 and 2030. The components will be customised to Renault's specifications, ensuring modular and optimised designs. Jean-Marc Chery, CEO of STMicroelectronics, underscored that the partnership supports Renault's plans for next-generation electric and hybrid platforms.
Luca de Meo, CEO of Renault Group, welcomed the collaboration, stressing its role in enhancing battery performance and energy capacity. Both companies share a long-term vision for reducing carbon dioxide emissions, with Renault targeting carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040 and globally by 2050.
Further details on the technological partnership will be unveiled during Renault's eWays online event on 30 June 2021. The conference will highlight Renault's broader tech ecosystem, including its strategy for sustainable mobility solutions.
The agreement between Renault and STMicroelectronics will introduce advanced semiconductors into future electric and hybrid models. By 2026, these components are projected to cut energy loss nearly in half and lower production costs. This initiative is part of Renault's broader push to achieve carbon neutrality within the next two decades.
