Electric Motors for Automotive Industry Use

U.S. MOTORS offers the World Motor Automotive Duty U-Frame (JDE) series, a premium efficient IE3 TEFC line in rugged cast-iron construction built to meet GM 7EH, Ford EM-1 and Chrysler NPEM-105 specifications, covering ratings up to 150 HP. These motors feature Class F insulation with an A-rise at full load, IP54 shaft slinger protection, corrosion-resistant paint and precision balancing for demanding automotive environments.  Learn More >

ABB Baldor Reliance Automotive Duty motors are offered in the Definite Purpose lineup with rugged TEFC cast-iron U-frame sizes 182–405U and a 1–60 hp range designed for high-cycle automotive manufacturing and other heavy-industrial applications. These motors feature heavy-duty cast-iron frames, regreaseable double-shielded bearings, shaft slingers on both ends, and epoxy paint for corrosion resistance.  Learn More >

Marathon’s Automotive Duty lineup centers on the Blue Chip XRI family, specifically the XRI Severe Duty and XRI IEEE 841 T-Frame series, built with all cast-iron TEFC constructions, NEMA Premium efficiencies, and the MAX GUARD insulation system for inverter-duty performance. ESR Motor Systems supplies and supports Marathon Automotive Duty motors, helping you select and source models quickly for your application. Learn More >

LEESON’s Automotive Duty lineup centers on the Lincoln Automotive Duty U-Frame series, built in cast iron and engineered to meet or exceed Ford EM1, GM-7EH/7EQ, and Chrysler NPEM-100 specs, with inverter-rated, NEMA Design B performance for tough automotive-plant service.  ESR Motor Systems stocks select models and has quick access to additional Leeson/Lincoln inventory, enabling fast pickups and lead times. Learn More >