AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Jan. 19, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The
BorgWarner Engine Group supplies systems and components for seven
engines named in Ward's "10 Best Engines 2011," including the:
- BMW 3.0-liter N55 Turbocharged DOHC I-6 (BMW 335i)
- BMW 1.6-liter Turbocharged DOHC I-4 (Mini Cooper S)
- Chrysler Group 3.6-liter Pentastar DOHC V-6 (Dodge Avenger and
Jeep® Grand Cherokee)
- Ford 5.0-liter DOHC V-8 (Mustang GT)
- General Motors 1.4-liter DOHC I-4/111 kW Drive Motor (Chevrolet
Volt)
- Volkswagen 2.0-liter DOHC I-4 Turbodiesel (Jetta TDI)
- Volvo 3.0-liter Turbocharged DOHC I-6 (S60)
These notable engines utilize one or
more of BorgWarner's leading technologies including
turbochargers, engine timing systems, variable cam timing (VCT)
systems with Cam Torque Actuated (CTA) technology, spark plugs,
glow plugs, electric air pumps and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
coolers and tubes
"BorgWarner harnesses more than a century of innovation to drive
the powertrains of the future. For our customers, that means
solutions that enhance performance, improve fuel economy and reduce
emissions. For drivers, it means more power at the pedal, more
miles to the gallon and fewer emissions for a healthier
environment," said Timothy M. Manganello, Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer, BorgWarner. "We are proud to contribute to the
success of these distinguished engines. Congratulations to our
winning customers – BMW, Chrysler Group, Ford, General Motors,
Volkswagen and Volvo."
Presented by Ward's AutoWorld magazine during the North
American International Auto Show, Ward's 10 Best Engines program
has built a reputation as the auto industry's annual barometer of
powertrain expertise over the past 17 years. Nominations for the
award are limited to engines that are available in
regular-production, U.S. models on sale no later than the first
quarter of 2011 with a base price of no more than $55,000.
About BorgWarner
Auburn Hills, Michigan-based
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a product leader in highly
engineered components and systems for vehicle powertrain
applications worldwide. The company operates manufacturing and
technical facilities in 57 locations in 17
countries. Customers include VW/Audi, Ford, Toyota,
Renault/Nissan, General Motors, Hyundai/Kia, Daimler, Chrysler,
Fiat, BMW, Honda, John Deere, PSA, and MAN. The Internet address
for BorgWarner is: http://www.borgwarner.com.
SOURCE BorgWarner Inc.