News: Microelectronics
17 September 2026
ROHM’s silicon carbide used in electric powertrain of BMW’s ‘Neue Klasse’ Gen 6 EVs
ROHM Semiconductor says that its silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductor chips are being used in the electric powertrain architecture of BMW’s ‘Neue Klasse’ Gen 6 electric vehicle platform.
The high-performance components integrated into the vehicle support key power electronics functions and are designed to deliver high energy efficiency as well as reliable operation under demanding automotive conditions, contributing to optimizing the driving range, charging performance, and the overall energy efficiency of electric vehicles.
“The integration of our SiC MOSFETs into BMW’s Gen 6 of electric vehicles – better known as Neue Klasse – highlights ROHM’s technological expertise in automotive power electronics,” says Wolfram Harnack, president of Germany-based ROHM Semiconductor GmbH: “We are proud to contribute to the advancement of next-generation electric mobility together with BMW Group through our SiC technology. It underlines our long-term commitment to supporting our automotive customers with high-quality and highly reliable products.”
ROHM’s SiC MOSFET adopted for mass production in Toyota’s new BEV for Chinese market
