BorgWarner Variable Cam Timing Program Awards Expand in Europe and China

BorgWarner announced on August 5 that it has secured new program awards for its variable cam timing (VCT) business across Europe and China. The latest awards further strengthen the company's position in advanced engine timing technologies, supporting both hybrid and conventional gasoline powertrains. The new contracts include expanded production volumes, extended program lifecycles and a fresh production program for a high-volume engine family, reflecting continued demand for efficient internal combustion engine technologies alongside electrified vehicle development.

European Premium OEM Expands Existing VCT Program

For a European premium vehicle manufacturer, BorgWarner will continue supplying its center-bolt Cam Torque Actuated (CTA) variable cam timing system for a V6 engine family used in premium and sports cars. The engines cover two power output classes ranging from 260 kW to 375 kW and are available in both hybrid and pure gasoline configurations. The program is already in series production, while the newly awarded increase in production volume and program life extension will begin in January 2027.

Chinese OEM Selects CTA VCT System for New Engine Family

A Chinese automotive manufacturer has selected BorgWarner's center-bolt CTA VCT system for a high-volume 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine family. The engine platform will power multiple SUV and sedan models designed for the Chinese market. Production of the new application is scheduled to start in September 2026, supporting the OEM's future gasoline-powered vehicle lineup with improved engine timing performance and efficiency.

BorgWarner CTA VCT System Technical Advantages

Compared with conventional oil pressure actuated variable cam timing architectures, BorgWarner's center-bolt CTA VCT system features shorter and simplified internal oil passages. This design enables faster cam phasing response, stronger lock-pin engagement and lower oil consumption. The resulting efficiency improvements contribute to better fuel economy while maintaining precise valve timing performance for modern gasoline and hybrid engines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are BorgWarner's latest variable cam timing program awards?
BorgWarner has secured new variable cam timing business awards from a premium European vehicle manufacturer and a Chinese automotive OEM. The European award expands an existing production program through higher volumes and a longer lifecycle beginning in January 2027. The Chinese award covers a new high-volume 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine family with production scheduled to begin in September 2026, supporting both premium and mass-market passenger vehicle applications.

What benefits does BorgWarner's CTA VCT system provide?
BorgWarner's center-bolt Cam Torque Actuated variable cam timing system simplifies internal oil passages compared with traditional oil pressure actuated designs. This enables quicker cam phasing response, stronger lock-pin engagement and reduced oil consumption. These engineering improvements help increase fuel economy while delivering accurate valve timing performance for hybrid and gasoline engines used across a wide range of passenger vehicles.