AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Jan. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/
-- The 2015 North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year
winners—Volkswagen Golf and Ford F-150, respectively—feature
advanced technologies from BorgWarner. In addition, BorgWarner
provides systems and components for all of the finalists in the
annual competition, including the Ford Mustang, Hyundai Genesis,
Chevrolet Colorado, and Lincoln MKC.
"Around the world, automakers are striving to deliver improved
fuel economy and performance while meeting strict emissions
regulations. At BorgWarner, we collaborate with our customers,
providing a broad range of innovative technologies to help achieve
these challenging goals and give drivers a fun-to-drive
experience," said James R. Verrier,
President and Chief Executive Officer, BorgWarner. "We are proud to
contribute to the success of all of these notable vehicles.
Congratulations to this year's winners and finalists for this
prestigious industry recognition."
For these distinguished vehicles, BorgWarner supplies one or
more advanced technologies, including chain timing systems,
HY-VO® transfer case chains, variable cam timing
technologies, turbochargers, ignition coils, friction plates and
one-way clutches for automatic transmissions, dual-clutch and
mechatronic modules for dual-clutch transmissions, part-time and
on-demand all-wheel drive transfer cases, and front-wheel drive
electronic limited-slip differentials.
The North American Car and Truck/Utility Awards honor vehicles
for setting new benchmarks in design, safety, innovation and value.
Selected by an independent jury of 57 automotive journalists
representing magazines, television, radio, newspapers and websites
from the United States and
Canada, winners were announced
during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a
product leader in highly engineered components and systems for
powertrains around the world. Operating manufacturing and technical
facilities in 60 locations in 19 countries, the company delivers
innovative powertrain solutions to improve fuel economy, reduce
emissions and enhance performance. For more information, please
visit borgwarner.com.
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