Repair instead of replace: ZF launches new kits to keep electric and hybrid cars running without replacing the entire system
13/09/2026 10:15
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13/09/2026 10:15
ZF Aftermarket took advantage of Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 to showcase a comprehensive range of products designed for the maintenance and repair of electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as kits tailored for servicing specific components in electrified propulsion systems and keeping them in good condition now that the aging of this vehicle fleet is becoming more apparent.
The new series is called E-Mobility Repair Kits and is designed to help workshops perform specific repairs on electric motors, hybrid modules, inverters, mechatronic systems, and reducers in electric propulsion units. The range includes over a hundred variants, each tailored for a particular technical application and containing all the necessary components for repairs.
Kits for the best-selling electric cars
Among the new offerings is a kit designed for the electric motors in second-generation hybrid modules used in 8HP transmissions. The solution includes both the rotor and stator assemblies, two essential components of the electric motor, in a single repair package. There is also a specific alternative for the mechatronics of fourth-generation 8HP transmissions. In this case, ZF relies on remanufactured units that have undergone reconstruction, programming, and functional testing, aiming to restore the transmission’s performance without the need for a complete replacement.
There is also a new kit for fourth-generation 8HP hybrid transmission inverters, which includes all the components needed to address faults in this component responsible for converting direct current from the battery into alternating current to control the electric motor. In addition, there is a kit for electric drive unit reducers, designed to handle specific faults related to bearings.
According to data provided by ZF, its catalog covers approximately 92% of the inventory for Europe’s 20 most representative electric vehicles. The coverage extends beyond propulsion systems to include brake components, steering parts, suspension and shock absorbers, as well as fluids specific for electrical systems and repair solutions. The company also offers training and technical support programs for independent workshops, particularly for work related to high-voltage systems.
Soon available for China’s most popular cars as well
The evolution of the European market presents another challenge: the growing presence of Asian manufacturers and new electric vehicle brands. ZF plans to add up to 200 products for Chinese manufacturers’ models to its European catalog by the first quarter of 2027. By the end of that same year, the goal is to have coverage for 10 of the most popular models from these brands, meeting around 30% of workshop demand.
Markus Wittig, head of ZF Aftermarket’s passenger vehicle business unit, said: “These new solutions represent an important step in our strategy for the maintenance, repair, and replacement of electrified propulsion systems. They make repairs more accessible to workshops and demonstrate how ZF translates its expertise as an original equipment supplier into practical after-sales solutions for electric motors, hybrid modules, inverters, and mechatronic systems.”