Delphi Provides Technology, Value with Power Electronics for Hybrid Vehicles

October 31, 2007, CHICAGO -- Delphi is showcasing some of its electrical power systems capabilities at the SAE Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress & Exhibition at the Donald E. Stevens Convention Center in Rosemont.

Delphi delivers significant value to hybrid vehicle manufacturers by bringing the right electronic and electrical powertrain component systems, thermal management components and wiring architecture for their hybrid vehicles.

On display will be Delphi's Power Pack 2000 Connection Systems, which address the rigorous power requirements and robust performance necessary for extreme in-vehicle environments such as those found in commercial vehicles. Capable of carrying up to 200 amps, the Power Pack Connection Systems series features a silver-plated terminal design that allows the connection system to withstand temperatures of up to 155° C.

Leveraging its breadth and depth of systems integration and power electronics expertise, Delphi's power electronics operation provides advanced technology systems to produce hybrid vehicle powertrains that are industry leaders in efficiency.

"We are using our unique systems integration 'know how' in this emerging field to help hybrid vehicle manufacturers offer efficient, cost competitive and reliable hybrid vehicle powertrains," said Goesch.

As oil prices continue to fluctuate on the high end, Delphi's power electronics experience is gaining more traction with vehicle manufacturers. More hybrid vehicles are hitting the road in North America that combine the features of two energy sources - usually gasoline and electricity - to help drivers and fleet owners save money on the cost of operating a vehicle. Currently, buyers of hybrid vehicles in the United States are eligible for tax advantages and in some states insurance reductions. In addition, hybrid vehicles emit fewer emissions than gasoline-only powered vehicles.

Delphi creates custom designs and builds lower-cost power electronics that include DC/DC converters, ECM/HEV controllers, inverters and high-voltage battery packs that integrate seamlessly into the vehicles electrical architecture.

Delphi's advanced electronics allow the electric motor to act not only as a motor but also a generator that can draw energy from the batteries to accelerate the vehicle and act to slow the vehicle down and return a recharge to the batteries.

Delphi has had more than 70 patents issued since 2000 in power electronics and advanced energy systems. During the mid-1990s, Delphi built much of the electronics, including the hybrid module and electrical systems, for the first electric vehicles built and made available on the market by a major manufacturer in North America.

"Starting early in the development process with vehicle manufacturers, Delphi focuses on aggressively lowering the hybrid electric vehicle cost of powertrain electrification through component design, system design, manufacturability and controls and algorithms development," Goesch said. "These savings can be passed on to add more value for the consumer or fleet owner."

Delphi has created an extensive power electronics development lab with advanced analysis and design tools to complement its manufacturing operations. Delphi's capabilities include development from silicon to electronic modules and "art to part" prototyping.

For more information about Delphi (PINKSHEETS: DPHIQ), visit www.delphi.com.

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