E-axle (Electric Drive Unit)
An e-axle combines motor, inverter and gearbox in one compact unit.
What is E-axle (Electric Drive Unit)?
It saves space and weight. It is used on many EVs. Units can be replaced as a whole. Integration reduces cables, weight and assembly cost and makes the unit easy to fit to different models. Many suppliers offer complete e-axle units. Cooling is usually shared between the motor and inverter through the vehicle's coolant circuit.
How it works
The motor drives the wheels through a reduction gear.
Why it matters for your car
Oil leaks need attention. Noise can indicate bearing wear.
Other terms
- Airbag Replacement After Deployment
- Charcoal Canister (EVAP Canister)
- Coolant Hose (Radiator Hose)
- Drag Coefficient (Cd)
- Engine Swap
- Exhaust Hanger (Exhaust Mount)
- Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA)
- Kei Car
- Knock Sensor
- LED Headlight
- LFP Battery (Lithium Iron Phosphate)
- Limited-slip Differential (LSD)
- Pushrod Engine (OHV)
- Radar Sensor (ADAS)
- Refrigerant (A/C Gas)
- Seatbelt (Safety Belt)
- Studded Tyre
- Transmission Adaptation (Relearn)
- Warning Light Colours (Red, Amber, Green)
- Window Tint (Tinted Glass)