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Driving the future of mobility

Mobility is undergoing one of the most profound transformations in its history. Across the globe, vehicles are becoming electric, connected, and increasingly intelligent. From passenger cars and commercial vehicles to buses, two-wheelers, and rail transport, electrification is reshaping how people and goods move.

Electromobility
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Sep 02, 2026

The road to electric mobility

The transition to electromobility is gaining momentum worldwide. Governments are investing in cleaner transportation, manufacturers are expanding their electric vehicle portfolios, and charging networks continue to grow. Together, these developments are laying the foundation for a new mobility ecosystem built around electrification.

But this transformation requires more than batteries alone. Delivering efficient, reliable and accessible electric mobility depends on technologies that can intelligently convert, manage and distribute energy throughout the vehicle and beyond. Semiconductors are at the heart of this evolution. They help improve vehicle efficiency, extend driving range, enable faster charging, and support the advanced safety, connectivity and intelligence features that modern mobility demands.

As electric mobility scales worldwide, semiconductors are becoming one of its most important enabling technologies. They help maximize vehicle efficiency, reduce charging time, improve battery performance and support the intelligent systems that define modern mobility. As the world's leading automotive semiconductor supplier, Infineon is helping shape the future of cleaner, safer and smarter transportation.

Some interesting facts about electromobility

Up to 8,000 chips per electric vehicle

Modern electric vehicles can contain up to 8,000 semiconductor chips, powering everything from traction inverters and battery management systems to connectivity, safety, and driver assistance functions.

58 million electric cars on the road

The global electric car fleet reached almost 58 million vehicles by the end of 2024. Collectively, these vehicles displaced more than 1 million barrels of oil consumption per day, highlighting the growing impact of electromobility on global energy demand.

Source: IEA. International Energy Agency (2025), Global EV Outlook 2025

What challenges does electromobility face – and how do semiconductors help solve them?

From driving range and charging speed to development complexity and grid integration, electromobility presents a unique set of technological challenges. Advanced semiconductor solutions help address these challenges by enabling more efficient power conversion, intelligent energy management and the seamless interaction between vehicles, charging infrastructure and the broader energy ecosystem.

How can electric vehicles drive farther on a single charge?

Graphic HVDC

Challenge
Range remains one of the most important factors for EV adoption. Drivers expect electric vehicles to deliver long driving ranges without increasing battery size, weight or cost. At the same time, automotive manufacturers are under pressure to maximize vehicle efficiency and optimize battery performance.

Solution
Advanced power semiconductors help reduce energy losses throughout the vehicle. They improve the efficiency of traction inverters, onboard chargers and DC-DC converters, enabling more of the battery's stored energy to reach the wheels. Wide-bandgap technologies such as Silicon Carbide (SiC) further increase efficiency by reducing switching losses and supporting higher operating temperatures. This helps extend driving range while enabling lighter and more compact vehicle architectures.

Silicon Carbide technologies for electric vehicles

How can electric vehicles charge faster and more conveniently?

Data Center

Challenge
Range anxiety is increasingly being replaced by charging anxiety. Drivers want charging experiences that are fast, convenient and reliable, whether charging at home, at work or on the road. To support growing EV adoption, charging infrastructure must deliver higher power levels while maintaining efficiency and reliability.

Solution
Semiconductors are at the heart of modern charging systems. Advanced power semiconductors enable efficient power conversion in both onboard chargers and high-power DC fast chargers. Silicon Carbide and Gallium Nitride (GaN) technologies help reduce energy losses, increase power density and enable more compact charging systems. This allows faster charging times while improving the efficiency of the overall charging ecosystem.

The future of charging electric vehicles
Innovative fast charging solutions

How can automakers accelerate innovation while reducing complexity?

Bidirectional Energy Flow

Challenge
Vehicle manufacturers face increasing pressure to shorten development cycles while managing costs and integrating new technologies. Electrified vehicles require sophisticated power electronics, battery management, connectivity, functional safety and cybersecurity solutions, creating greater design complexity than ever before.

Solution
Infineon's broad portfolio of semiconductors, software, development tools and application expertise helps simplify vehicle development. Scalable platforms, highly integrated solutions and system-level support enable manufacturers to accelerate time-to-market while reducing engineering effort and development risk. This allows automakers to focus on innovation while bringing new electric vehicle platforms to market more efficiently.

Read about the software-defined vehicle

How can electric vehicles become part of a smarter energy ecosystem?

Private Green energy generation

Challenge
The future of electromobility extends beyond the vehicle itself. Millions of electric vehicles, charging stations, renewable energy systems and storage solutions must work together in a connected energy ecosystem. Managing this interaction requires intelligent control, secure communication and efficient bidirectional power flows.

Solution
Semiconductors serve as the link between mobility and energy infrastructure. Power semiconductors enable efficient energy conversion, while microcontrollers, sensors, connectivity and security solutions support intelligent charging and energy management. These technologies create the foundation for smart charging, vehicle-to-grid applications and a more flexible, resilient energy system.

Read about bi-directional charging

In the spotlight: HybridPACK™ Drive

Power modules are essential building blocks of every electric drivetrain, enabling the efficient conversion of energy between the battery and electric motor. Infineon's HybridPACK™ Drive is one of the industry's leading power module platforms for electric vehicles, helping manufacturers increase efficiency, extend driving range and deliver higher performance.

The latest HybridPACK™ innovations combine the strengths of silicon (Si) and Silicon Carbide (SiC) technologies, enabling an optimal balance of performance, efficiency and cost. Today, HybridPACK™ Drive is used in more than 20 EV platforms worldwide, with nearly three million modules shipped, helping accelerate the transition to electric mobility.

Learn more about the HybridPACK™ Drive
HybridPACK™ Drive

The technology behind every electric journey

Electric vehicles rely on the seamless interaction of batteries, charging systems and power electronics. Infineon technologies support the most critical applications throughout the electric drivetrain, helping manufacturers improve efficiency, performance and reliability across the entire vehicle.

Charging an electric vehicle at home

Looking ahead

Electromobility is no longer a future vision. It is becoming the new standard for transportation. As millions of additional electric vehicles join the road in the years ahead, success will depend on technologies that make mobility more efficient, reliable and accessible for everyone.

The transformation will not stop at cars, trucks and buses. From intelligent charging networks to emerging concepts such as electric flying vehicles, the boundaries between mobility, energy and digital technologies are becoming increasingly interconnected.

Infineon is helping shape this future. By enabling efficient power conversion, intelligent energy management and innovative vehicle architectures, our semiconductor solutions are laying the foundation for the next generation of electric mobility and the connected energy ecosystem that surrounds it.

FAQ

Why is electromobility becoming such an important topic?

Transportation accounts for a significant share of global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. As countries work toward climate targets and energy security, electrification is becoming a key pathway to reduce emissions while improving energy efficiency. Advances in battery technology, charging infrastructure and power electronics are making electric vehicles increasingly attractive for consumers, businesses and public transport operators. Electromobility is therefore not only transforming how vehicles are powered, but also how energy is generated, stored and used across the entire transportation ecosystem.

What role do semiconductors play in electric vehicles?

Semiconductors are at the heart of every electric vehicle. They control and manage key functions including power conversion, battery management, charging, thermal management, safety systems, connectivity and driver assistance features. Power semiconductors help convert electrical energy efficiently between the battery, drivetrain and charging system, while microcontrollers and sensors enable intelligent vehicle operation. Together, they make electric vehicles more efficient, reliable, safe and connected.

How do semiconductors help increase driving range and charging performance?

Every electric vehicle must efficiently convert and manage electrical energy. Power semiconductors help minimize energy losses during battery charging, power conversion and vehicle operation. This improves overall vehicle efficiency and helps maximize driving range. Advanced semiconductor technologies such as Silicon Carbide (SiC) can further reduce switching losses and enable higher power densities, making fast charging systems more efficient while reducing system size and weight.

What is the importance of charging infrastructure for electromobility?

A reliable and accessible charging infrastructure is essential for widespread electric vehicle adoption. Drivers need convenient charging options at home, at work and on the road. Fast-charging stations, fleet charging depots and smart charging networks all play a critical role in supporting the growing number of electric vehicles. Semiconductors enable the power conversion, communication and control technologies required to make charging systems more efficient, reliable and scalable.

Which semiconductor technologies are shaping the future of electromobility?

Silicon remains a key technology for many automotive applications, but wide-bandgap semiconductors are increasingly driving innovation in electric mobility. Silicon Carbide (SiC) offers higher efficiency and improved performance in high-voltage systems such as traction inverters, onboard chargers and DC-DC converters. Gallium Nitride (GaN) enables highly efficient, compact power conversion solutions, particularly in charging applications. Together with advanced microcontrollers, sensors and security solutions, these technologies help make electric vehicles more efficient, affordable and sustainable.

Enjoy ultimate design flexibility

Thanks to a leading expertise in microcontrollers, sensors, power semiconductors as well as in connectivity and security solutions, Infineon is the partner of choice for car manufacturers across the world when it comes to electric vehicles. Our semiconductors deliver the efficiency, performance, and intelligence needed to accelerate the shift to the electric era of mobility.