BorgWarner Dual-Clutch Technology Featured at Tokyo Auto Show on Nissan GT-R Sports Car
October 24 2007 - 7:55AM
PR Newswire (US)
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BorgWarner's
(NYSE:BWA) leading dual-clutch transmission technology is showcased
at the Tokyo Auto Show on the 2008 Nissan GT-R sports car, dubbed
the most eagerly anticipated car in a generation by the automotive
press. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20071024/CLW010
) "The Nissan GT-R is a great driving machine and one that is a
superb platform for experiencing the full range of dual-clutch
transmission efficiency, responsiveness, and versatility," said Dr.
Bernd Matthes, President and General Manager, BorgWarner
Transmission Systems. "We feel privileged to have worked with
Nissan on this milestone vehicle, the first GT-R engineered for
sale in global markets. This is another key event in the
globalization of dual-clutch transmissions, launching BorgWarner's
DualTronic(R) technology in a Japanese transmission for the first
time. It is also the world's first transaxle dual-clutch
transmission -- front engine and rear transmission -- the perfect
balance for sports cars." BorgWarner worked with Nissan on the
design of the dual-clutch transmission for the GT-R to create a
driving experience fitting for a premier sports car. Standard
equipment on all GT-Rs, the transmission is a rear transaxle
layout, chosen to enhance weight distribution. The transmission
features four of BorgWarner's advanced DualTronic(R) transmission
technologies including the integrated dual-clutch module, clutch
control and shift actuation modules, and synchronizer assemblies.
The sports car will go on sale in Japan in December and be
available in other markets including the U.S. next year. BorgWarner
leads the globalization of dual-clutch transmission technology with
awarded business in Europe, North America and Asia. Customers
include VW, Audi, Bugatti, SAIC, Nissan and Getrag dual-clutch
transmission programs with five additional global automakers. At
full-launch of announced programs, the company will be providing
its innovative DualTronic(R) technology to an expected 2.3 million
dual-clutch transmissions per year. In addition, BorgWarner is
working on over 20 programs with transmission and vehicle makers
around the world. BorgWarner's family of DualTronic(R) dual-clutch
transmission technology combines the efficiency of a manual gearbox
with the functionality of a fully automatic transmission,
delivering seamless powerflow, improved fuel efficiency, and a
fun-to-drive experience. Global manufacturing capacity for
BorgWarner dual-clutch transmission modules is supported by its
facilities in the United States, Germany France and China, and a
new facility in Mexico. Auburn Hills, Michigan-based BorgWarner
Inc. (NYSE:BWA) is a product leader in highly engineered components
and systems for vehicle powertrain applications worldwide. The
FORTUNE 500 company operates manufacturing and technical facilities
in 64 locations in 17 countries. Customers include VW/Audi, Ford,
General Motors, Toyota, Hyundai/Kia, Daimler, Renault/Nissan,
Chrysler, Navistar International, Fiat, BMW, Honda, PSA and
Caterpillar. The Internet address for BorgWarner is:
http://www.borgwarner.com/. Statements contained in this news
release may contain forward-looking statements as contemplated by
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statements. Such risks and uncertainties include: fluctuations in
domestic or foreign vehicle production, the continued use of
outside suppliers, fluctuations in demand for vehicles containing
our products, changes in general economic conditions, and other
risks detailed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, including the Risk Factors, identified in our most
recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K. We do not undertake any
obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
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http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: BorgWarner Inc. CONTACT:
Mary Brevard, +1-248-754-0881, or David Peterson, +1-248-754-0883,
both of BorgWarner Inc. Web site: http://www.borgwarner.com/
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