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Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains – IGNITED: Intelligent Grip for Next-gen Integrated Twin Electric Drive

Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains, famously supplying Formula 1 power units, have partnered with leading UK powertrain manufacturer YASA Limited, and gearbox manufacturers DePe Gear Company Ltd to develop a groundbreaking highly compact dual motor axle for high performance vehicles. 

With significant benefits for UK-based automotive innovation, IGNITED presents a robust market-entry strategy for rapid growth, securing UK-based job opportunities within a highly skilled workforce. 

Successful completion of IGNITED will position the UK at the forefront of high-performance electric drive unit technology, solidifying the UK’s reputation as a hub of automotive innovation.

Project highlights 

  • First-of-a-kind ultra-compact, Twin Electric Drive 
  • Enables a high-performance axle for electric and hybrid vehicles 
  • Develops cutting edge motor control technology  
  • Creates a £789m opportunity by 2037 across the consortium 
  • Creates/safeguards over 1000 jobs 

Project consortium 

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