Diesel engines: development of a new generation in Italy

Renault's horse division, Geely and the Domari Group have signed an agreement to develop and produce a new generation of Euro 7 diesel engines in Turin.

No, diesel is not dead. Horse, a joint venture between Renault Group and Geely Group, has signed a strategic agreement with Domari Group, which specializes in advanced control systems, to develop a new generation of diesel.

A new generation of diesel

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Specifically, the partnership builds on Horse's expertise in engine manufacturing and Dumarey Automotive Italia Spa's (formerly Punch Torino) expertise in advanced propulsion systems and integrated controls. Under this agreement, a 2-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel engine (M920) will be developed with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive. It will comply with the Euro 7 standard, while the rear-wheel drive model will be made compliant with Euro 6. Production will take place in Turin, at the former headquarters of General Motors' global propulsion system.

the agreement

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The agreement lays the foundation for potential further cooperation between the two parties in the field of low-carbon fuels and hydrogen-powered internal combustion engines, where the Domari Group, through its Hydrocells brand, has significant experience.

Diesel back?

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The development of a new diesel unit in an industrial context that is now witnessing the dominance of electricity represents a major innovation. Most likely, given the international nature of Geely-Renault, the new Horse diesel engine will be intended for commercial vehicles, but it will also likely be available in passenger cars in some niche markets. Patrice Hytel, CEO of Horse, said: “I am delighted to start 2024 by announcing this agreement with the Domari Group. As a leading supplier of low-emission propulsion solutions and technologies, this latest agreement demonstrates our ability to forge strategic partnerships with companies around the world.”No There is a one-size-fits-all solution for a sustainable future, and we are committed to providing high-quality, effective products that meet our customers' needs. I believe this new agreement will lead to great mutual success for both companies.”

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Satisfaction

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Pierpaolo Antonioli, Chief Technology Officer of the Domari Group, made some statements on the sidelines of the signing of the agreement: “In the face of the energy transition and the extension of the life cycle of products, we must be pioneers of innovative solutions capable of perfecting the combination of the efficiency of internal combustion engine technology and the sustainability of decarbonisation.” . Collaboration between companies is key to achieving this, enabling knowledge sharing, reducing costs and accelerating innovation.”