SCHAEFFLER: A TRADITIONAL TIER 1 IN TRANSITION - AUTOLINE THIS WEEK 2238

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This episode of Autoline This Week features Jeff Hemphill, CTO of Schaeffler Group USA, discussing the company's strategic transition from a traditional Tier 1 supplier for internal combustion engines to a key player in electrification and autonomy. Hemphill highlights Schaeffler's unique advantage in integrating components due to its broad manufacturing capabilities, citing examples like a compact hybrid module and advanced electric axles. The discussion also touches upon the importance of collaboration with startups and OEMs in the evolving automotive landscape, emphasizing a network-based approach to R&D. Schaeffler's innovative 'corner module' concept, integrating steering, braking, and propulsion at the wheel hub, is presented as a potential enabler for future vehicle designs, particularly for robo-taxis. The conversation acknowledges the challenges and uncertainties in market adoption for new technologies but underscores Schaeffler's aggressive forecast for EV penetration and its commitment to developing solutions for a diverse mobility future.