HORSE is a trusted manufacturer of hybrid and low-emission internal combustion powertrains, plus transmissions for global markets.
In parallel, we are developing next-generation hybrids, lightweight range extenders, and synthetic and hydrogen fuelled power solutions.
Today’s engines are powered by petrol, diesel or natural gas. In the future, these engines could be powered by synthetic fuels or hydrogen.
HORSE has a range of powertrains that combine battery and engine power to deliver low-emission vehicle solutions.
Plug-in hybrid powertrains combine power from a combustion engine and a rechargeable battery to offer a blend of performance and efficiency. Drivers can operate the vehicle as electric only or hybrid, which combines petrol and electric drive.
The mild hybrid powertrains recover energy from the combustion engine to a small battery. When accelerating, the stored energy is redeployed to assist the engine under acceleration and reduce fuel consumption.
HORSE has both manual and automatic transmission systems, developed in-house, that work across a wide range of applications.
Compact, lightweight and economical, each gearbox is among the most competitive within its segment.
Drawing on almost 125 years of automotive expertise, and decades of experience from the world of Formula 1, HORSE is creating state-of-the-art hybrid solutions.
The hybrid powertrains are robust and efficient, harvesting energy normally lost during deceleration, ready to be used later and reduce engine load. This is the same technology that is found in today’s Formula 1 cars.
R&D will drive us forward on the road to lower emissions, on internal combustion and hybrid engines alike.
Combustion engines will become more fuel efficient, reducing CO₂ emissions and lower hybrid powertrain costs.
E-powertrains and batteries account for the bulk of a plug-in hybrid vehicle’s cost, so innovation will focus on increasing the cost efficiency of these components.
Synthetic fuels and hydrogen will contribute to lowering emissions worldwide, as the automotive sector transitions away from combustion engines at varying speeds.
