World’s first rotor temp sensor means EV's might get cheaper than ever before

Published on Jun 09, 2025 at 10:10 PM (UTC+4)
by Callum Tokody

Last updated on Jun 10, 2025 at 11:44 AM (UTC+4)
Edited by Kate Bain

The world’s first rotor temp sensor, rotor temperature sensor, electric vehicle motors, EV motor cooling, electric motor efficiency, and sustainable EVs could all see major advancements thanks to this new innovation.

The rotor temp sensor provides precise temperature data from the motor rotor, something current EV systems only estimate.

This data allows engineers to optimize cooling and materials usage.

The result will mean cheaper, more efficient, and more sustainable electric vehicles.

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Electric vehicle motors generate substantial heat during operation, particularly at the rotor.

Until now, most EV motor cooling strategies have relied on indirect temperature estimates, leaving significant margins for error.

Engineers have had to design motors with extra thermal headroom, driving up material costs and reducing efficiency.

This new rotor temperature sensor eliminates that guesswork by delivering direct, highly accurate rotor temperature readings.

The rotor temp sensor system includes a compact mote installed close to the motor’s rotor and a transducer mounted on the vehicle chassis.

The transducer powers the mote wirelessly and collects temperature data, which is then processed through the vehicle’s control systems.

This design integrates smoothly with existing EV sensors and electric vehicle motors architecture.

With more precise rotor temperature data, automakers can fine-tune EV motor cooling systems, reduce excess materials, and push for better electric motor efficiency.

This technology supports the ongoing push for sustainable EVs by cutting costs and improving energy use.

Enhanced electric motor efficiency also means lighter motors and improved driving range, two key factors for the next generation of electric vehicle motors.

The rotor temp sensor represents a critical step forward for EV technology.

Its ability to provide accurate rotor temperature data enables smarter, more efficient engineering decisions.

As demand for sustainable EVs continues to grow, innovations like this will help make electric vehicles more accessible, more affordable, and more efficient than ever.

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Callum Tokody is a content writer at Supercar Blondie, where he covers the latest in the automotive world with a focus on design and performance. Callum has a background in automotive journalism and has contributed to a range of publications in Australia and the UK. Outside of work, he’s a design enthusiast with a soft spot for anything with a V8 and a good story.