Groupe PSA and Nidec to develop automotive electric traction motor

Groupe PSA and Nidec, through Nidec Leroy-Somer Holding, has entered into a joint venture to launch and sell a range of efficient traction machines to meet the needs of OEMs shifting towards electrified vehicle technologies. The electric traction powertrain's main components will be designed and produced in France.
December 7, 2017 Read time: 1 min
Groupe PSA and Nidec, through Nidec Leroy-Somer Holding, has entered into a joint venture to launch and sell a range of efficient traction machines to meet the needs of OEMs shifting towards electrified vehicle technologies. The electric traction powertrain's main components will be designed and produced in France.


This project will engage research and development, manufacturing and sales for high-performance electric traction motor mainly to Groupe PSA, and to other OEMs.

The closing of the transaction remains subject to antitrust clearance and employee representative consultation.

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