Sign up for our weekly email to stay on top of the latest news and insights!
BWI Group has announced its ambitious “All-by-Wire 2035” strategy, aiming to produce 95% of its chassis products fully controlled by wire by 2035. This plan includes the launch of Electro-Mechanical Braking (EMB) systems by 2026 through key OEM partnerships.
Key Highlights:
- Global Strategy: “All-by-Wire 2035” aims for fully wire-controlled chassis products by 2035.
- OEM Partnerships: Secured two partnerships for Electro-Mechanical Braking (EMB) systems.
- Mass Production: EMB systems to be mass-produced starting in 2026.
- Technological Advancements: EMB technology evolved over 20 years, now in its third generation.
- Collaborations: Partnership with ThyssenKrupp Steering for accelerated R&D and production.
- R&D Centers: Located in the US, Poland, Italy, and China, collaborating with the Shanghai Software Center.
- Testing: EMB underwent extensive testing in North America, Europe, and Asia.
- Comprehensive Performance Tests: Includes durability, adaptability, and stability tests.
- Innovative Features: EMB integrates functions like ABS, ESC, and TCS with advanced diagnostic capabilities.
BWI Group has secured two OEM partnerships for its Electro-Mechanical Braking (EMB) systems, with plans for mass production by 2026. George Chang, CEO of BWI Group, emphasized the group’s dedication to advancing electrification and intelligent connectivity in the automotive industry through continuous investment in automated driving and smart cockpits.
Chang highlighted that BWI Group’s brake-by-wire products will support L4 and higher levels of automated driving technology, while full active suspension products will enhance smart cockpits. The group aims to build integrated hardware-software systems to meet the demands of intelligent transportation.
Prototype Development and Production
The EMB system, a key innovation for BWI Group, will complete prototype A development in 2024, establish an automated production line in 2025, and begin mass production in 2026. With over 20 years of experience, the group’s EMB technology has now reached its third generation.
In collaboration with ThyssenKrupp Steering, BWI Group aims to leverage their combined strengths for rapid EMB development. Jiang Yongwei, BWI Group China President, noted the focus on improving EMB performance and durability, with significant breakthroughs expected this winter.
Extensive Testing and Global Feedback
BWI Group’s R&D centers across the US, Poland, Italy, and China, along with the Shanghai Software Center, are advancing EMB research and development. The EMB system underwent winter testing in 2023 and 2024, receiving positive feedback from leading automakers in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Doug Carson, CTO of BWI Group, stated, “Significant investment in EMB research and development has enabled eco-friendly, zero-drag, and full-redundancy characteristics. Our dual-motor design significantly accelerates braking response.”
The EMB system integrates various functions, ensuring powerful, safe, and stable performance. It adopts a minimal architecture, eliminating servo mechanisms or ESC modules, reducing space requirements, and enhancing lightweight design possibilities. The system’s plug-and-play design and cost-effective assembly make it ideal for L3 to L5 highly automated driving vehicles.
Market Prospects and Partnerships
BWI Group’s EMB system has garnered strong interest from customers in the US and Europe. Rapidly developing Chinese automakers are also embracing this technology. Strategic partnerships, such as with Kaiyi Auto and U Power Tech, are set to expand EMB applications.
Xiong Shusheng, Professor at Zhejiang University Vehicle Research Institute, predicts a 5% EMB market penetration rate within five years, with explosive growth expected in the next decade. He believes BWI Group’s leadership in dry EMB technology positions it well for future market dominance.
BWI Group advocates for collaboration among suppliers to promote EMB technology innovation and create a thriving ecosystem.
Subscribe Today!
Sign up for our weekly eNewsletter and get a free copy of our quarterly digital magazine.