PARIS (dpa-AFX) - Groupe PSA and Punch Powertrain said that they plans to sign a joint venture agreement, named 'Punch Powertrain PSA e-transmissions', to produce the future generation of the electrified transmission or e-DCT, starting in 2022.
With its revolutionary design, the e-DCT gearbox with a 48V configuration, will equip Groupe PSA's future mild hybrid electric vehicles or MHEV.
The e-DCT technology will set the benchmark for dual-clutch transmissions in the passenger car and light commercial vehicle segments.
The Metz plant will have an annual production capacity of 600,000 e-DCTs. In preparation for production, Punch Powertrain will carry out industrialization and design of the state-of-the-art production line.
Closing of such transaction remains subject to antitrust clearance and employee representative consultation.
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