Hybrids and Range Extenders
More Than Just
Bridging Technologies?
Hybrid powertrains will remain a cornerstone of global mobility
far longer than expected. From dedicated hybrid engines and
transmissions to range extenders, their diversity provides flexibility,
efficiency, and resilience. AVL delivers the technologies, methods,
and virtual tools to define and realize the best solutions.
Market Outlook: Hybrids Stay Longer
“The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.” Mark
Twain’s famous line could just as well describe hybrid pow-
ertrains. Long seen as a temporary bridge on the path to
full electrification, they are proving to be more durable than
anticipated. Global production forecasts show that the market
share of battery electric vehicles, once projected at over 60 %
by 2035, is now closer to 40 %. This confirms that ICE-based
solutions, especially in hybrid form, will continue to play a
central role in the energy transition.
Regional differences underline this: Europe is pushing a strong
BEV focus, China is combining electrification with a high share
of plug-in hybrids and range extenders, and North America
is following a more balanced path. Hybrids are therefore not
just a bridging technology but a vital part of mobility strate-
gies worldwide. Recent statements from leading European
OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers calling for a more technology-open
approach from Brussels reflect this reality.
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