Torque-vectoring clutch unit could nix the need for two rear motors

Magna Powertrain three-motor Model S setupSome upcoming high-performance electric vehicles—such as those with Tesla’s upcoming Plaid powertrain—are positioning a second electric motor at the rear axle to assure accurate torque vectoring, and improved handling. If the new Torque-Vectoring Dual-Clutch unit from the supplier BorgWarner works the way it’s intended to...