Axial Fans And Centrifugal Blowers

Brushless fans, integrated diagnostics, and intelligent thermal management engineered into products ensure optimal battery efficiency, power electronics protection, and cabin comfort for next-generation vehicles, writes Upendra Kasbekar.

- Upendra Kasbekar.

In Electric Vehicles (EVs), thermal management is a derivative of battery efficiency, power electronics protection, cabin comfort, and intelligent energy management. Italian thermal solutions specialist SPAL Automotive, through its Indian arm SPAL India Pvt. Ltd., is making bold strides to meet these emerging demands. At the Auto Components Show 2025, SPAL India made a notable presence by showcasing its advanced range of electric fans and blowers.Ninan Philip, Director (Sales & Marketing), SPAL Automotive, has given deeper insights into the company’s roadmap and how it plans to shape India’s EV and mobility landscape.

EVs Bring A New Cooling Equation

Electric vehicles, as Mr. Philip pointed out, have changed the dynamics of thermal management. “Earlier, thermal management was largely restricted to engine cooling and HVAC. Now, it’s an ecosystem approach. Batteries, inverters, converters, on-board chargers, everything requires precise thermal control,” he explained. SPAL’s product portfolio for the Indian market includes high-performance brushless fans and blowers that are specifically designed to meet these modern requirements. The BLDC motor-driven fans are not only compact and efficient but also operate with low noise and high reliability an essential feature for EV applications, Philip explained.“Our R&D is focused on helping OEMs achieve greater thermal stability with less energy consumption. We're not just building fans; we're building smart thermal modules that talk to the vehicle's brain,” he claimed.

The Growing Need