Magna Unveils DHD REX Hybrid Drive for Enhanced EV Range

Executive Summary

• Magna announced the launch of DHD REX, a dedicated hybrid drive for range‑extended electric vehicles (REEVs) that uses a modular single‑motor architecture.
• The system offers three operating modes (electric driving, generating mode for range extension, and optional parallel hybrid mode) and is scalable across B‑through‑E vehicle segments worldwide.
• Designed to reduce size, weight, and cost while providing flexible integration for OEMs on both ICE‑based and BEV platforms, expanding Magna’s hybrid portfolio alongside the existing DHD Duo.

Key Details

• Product Name: DHD REX (Dedicated Hybrid Drive – Range‑Extended).
• Architecture: Modular, single‑motor design; compact packaging reduces system cost and complexity.
• Operating Modes:
• Pure electric driving.
• Generating mode for efficient range extension.
• Optional parallel hybrid mode to boost highway performance.
• Scalability: Applicable to B, C, D, and E vehicle segments in AWD layouts, including SUVs; adaptable to regional regulatory requirements.
• Efficiency Benefits: Validated reduction in size, weight, and overall system cost while maintaining high efficiency.
• Integration Flexibility: Compatible with both internal‑combustion‑engine (ICE) platforms and battery‑electric‑vehicle (BEV) architectures.
• Strategic Positioning: Complements Magna’s existing DHD Duo dual‑e‑motor hybrid drive, which is already in series production.
• Target Customers: Global OEMs seeking flexible electrification solutions for diverse markets.
• Quote: “Magna’s approach to electrification is centered on giving our customers flexible pathways forward,” said Diba Ilunga, President, Magna Powertrain.

Notable Quotes

“DHD REX reflects our commitment to adaptable, customer‑focused solutions that support a wide range of performance and market expectations.” – Diba Ilunga, President, Magna Powertrain.