MAHLE India has received the “Special Appreciation Award” from Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (M&M), one of India’s leading car manufacturers, for its innovative Intelligent Thermal Management System (ITMS). Developed specifically for M&M’s first battery electric vehicle (BEV) platforms—XUV 9e and BE 6—the ITMS is tailored to meet regional market needs.
The system features advanced software and intelligent control strategies that optimize cabin and battery temperatures, as well as airflow at the cooling module. This has resulted in a 15–20% reduction in electric compressor power consumption without compromising comfort, significantly boosting energy efficiency.
India remains a key market for MAHLE, with many components produced locally. As the country’s e-mobility sector grows—driven by electric two- and three-wheelers—annual EV registrations are projected to reach 5.9 million by 2030. MAHLE is dedicated to playing a pivotal role in this transformation.
“I am very proud of our team in India. M&M honored the great cooperation, the first-class results and our contributions to M&M’s recently launched battery-electric vehicles”, said Jumana Al-Sibai, member of the MAHLE Group Management Board for Thermal and Fluid Systems. “With this award, MAHLE continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and excellence in providing cutting-edge solutions for its customers.”
The series production of the Intelligent Thermal Management System started after a 24-month development period at the end of last year. It includes functions such as intelligent control with advanced algorithms, optimal temperature control and multiple fault detection and -diagnosis. Many components of the thermal system, including ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module, cooling module, controller, and coolant pump, are produced locally in India.
The group has been operating in India for six decades, with 14 locations including 11 manufacturing plants and one tech center, employing around 4,400 people. The company is producing electric drives for small vehicles for the local market – for motorcycles, scooters, and small transporters. For MAHLE, India is an important growth market. In 2024, MAHLE India achieved sales of 400 million Euros. The company plans to significantly expand its research and development activities on-site to pave the way for the widespread use of alternative drives.
 has awarded MAHLE with a "Special Appreciation Award" for its innovative and energy-efficient thermal management system used in M&M’s first electric vehicle platform. India, a key market for MAHLE with strong local production, plays a central role in the company’s efforts to drive the transition toward e-mobility.){kind=link}