Marelli Intelligent Energy Management System Unveiled at Berlin CTI 2025

Published on: December 6, 2025

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Marelli Intelligent Energy Management System: Overview

Marelli launched its new Intelligent Energy Management System for hybrid and electric vehicles at CTI Europe 2025 in Berlin.
The modular, software-based solution coordinates thermal, propulsion, and electronics domains for maximum efficiency.
Benefits include longer battery range, faster charging, better battery life, and cabin comfort.
Built using digital twin technology and decoupled software, it cuts development time and costs.
The system supports Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV) and offers flexible, customer-tailored solutions.

Marelli’s Game-Changing Intelligent Energy Management System Debuts in Berlin

Global automotive technology leader Marelli turned heads at the CTI Symposium Europe 2025 in Berlin (December 2–3) by unveiling its brand-new Intelligent Energy Management System designed for hybrid and electric vehicles. This cutting-edge solution promises to solve one of the biggest challenges in modern EVs and hybrids: how to squeeze every last kilometer out of the battery while keeping passengers comfortable and the car reliable.

Unlike traditional systems that treat thermal, propulsion, and electronics separately, Marelli’s approach is truly holistic. It seamlessly connects all three major energy domains inside the vehicle through a single, smart software platform that can be integrated with zonal controllers and thermal components. The result? A smarter car that uses energy more wisely across the board.

Three Key Domains, One Smart Brain

The new system shines by optimizing energy in three critical areas:

1. Thermal Domain

Precisely controls heating and cooling of the battery, cabin, and powertrain.
Reuses waste heat instead of wasting it.
Extends battery life and reduces energy losses.
Keeps the cabin cozy without draining the battery.

2. Propulsion Domain (Electric & Hybrid)

Continuously adjusts power delivery for peak efficiency.
Maximizes energy recovery during braking.
Delivers longer real-world driving range.
Supports both pure EVs and hybrid powertrains.

3. Electronics Domain

Enables fast, reliable communication (CAN to Ethernet).
Directly manages sensors and actuators.
Makes the entire vehicle more responsive and future-proof.

Digital Twin Magic: Faster Development, Lower Costs

One of the biggest highlights is how Marelli built this system using advanced digital twin technology. Engineers can create a complete virtual copy of the car—covering electronics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, and mechanics—and test everything in simulation before building a single physical part.

This means:

Shorter development cycles
Lower testing costs
Fewer surprises during real-world validation
Faster time-to-market for car makers

The software is fully decoupled, so updates and customizations can happen quickly without touching hardware. That makes it perfect for the rising trend of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV), where features can be upgraded over-the-air just like a smartphone.

What the Experts Say

Giovanni Mastrangelo, Head of R&D for Marelli’s Propulsion business, explained:
“Intelligent energy management is the central challenge facing today’s electric and hybrid vehicle development. At Marelli, we address this by delivering solutions that not only optimize energy flow across thermal, electric, and propulsion domains but also minimize losses and recover excess thermal energy. Through our digital twin and decoupled software approach, we empower our customers to reduce development timelines, gain flexibility, and accelerate adoption of cutting-edge technologies.”

During the event, Matteo De Cesare, R&D Innovation Manager, delivered a keynote titled “Application of Digital Twin Approach to Thermal Management System Development for xEV”, showcasing real performance gains and future possibilities.

Why This Matters for the Future of EVs

With range anxiety still a top concern for buyers, solutions like Marelli’s Intelligent Energy Management System could be the key to making electric cars truly mainstream. By wringing out extra kilometers, speeding up charging times, and keeping costs down for manufacturers, Marelli is helping automakers deliver EVs that are not just eco-friendly but also practical, comfortable, and profitable.

Source: timestech.in