BorgWarner Gasoline VTG Turbocharger For The Mass Market
BorgWarner has developed specialized variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbochargers for a broad range of gasoline-powered vehicles. Matched to new combustion systems that also will be used in hybrid applications, the company’s advanced solution is a core component of clean and efficient future propulsion systems.
BorgWarner Supplies Latest Alfa Romeo Gasoline Engine With Advanced Engine Timing System
This Alfa Romeo exclusive engine debuts in the new Alfa Romeo Giulia sedan and also will be available for the brand’s upcoming SUV.
BorgWarner Receives 2014 Excellence In Quality Award From Honda North America
BorgWarner‘s manufacturing plant in Seneca, South Carolina, was presented with an Excellence in Quality Award from Honda North America during a ceremony recently held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. The award recognized outstanding product quality in 2014. Since 2002, BorgWarner’s facility in Seneca has earned 12 supplier awards from Honda, including
BorgWarner Presents Trophy To 2015 Indianapolis 500 Winner Juan Pablo Montoya
BorgWarner President and CEO James Verrier presented the Borg-Warner Trophy to 2015 Indianapolis 500 winner Juan Pablo Montoya in Victory Lane at the 99th running of the famous race. This is Montoya’s second victory, earning him two images on the iconic trophy. His first win was 15 years ago, the longest time between victories for
BorgWarner Builds 5 Millionth Turbocharger In China
BorgWarner has built its 5 millionth turbocharger at its manufacturing facility in Ningbo, China. Since 2005, the plant has produced a variety of turbochargers for passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Customers include global as well as domestic vehicle makers. Engineered to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and enhance performance, BorgWarner’s advanced turbocharging technology is in
BorgWarner Expands Powertrain Technical Center In Michigan
BorgWarner has announced plans to expand its Powertrain Technical Center in Auburn Hills, Mich., to support programs in North America and supplement its global network of technical centers. The nearly 46,000-square-foot addition will include space for program managers, sales and engineering professionals. Driven by BorgWarner’s escalating growth, the expansion is expected to be complete in early 2015 and support up to 200 regular full-time jobs at the facility.
BorgWarner Turbocharger Powers New Hyundai 1.6-Liter Turbo-GDI Engine
BorgWarner supplies its leading turbocharging technology for Hyundai’s new 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline direct injection (T-GDI) engine. Available in the U.S. for the Veloster Turbo passenger car, the turbocharged engine features a maximum output of 150 kW (204 HP), an increase of 46 percent compared with Hyundai’s standard 1.6-liter GDI engine. The Veloster Turbo has also been available in Europe since October 2012.
BorgWarner Presents Trophy To Indianapolis 500 Winner Tony Kanaan
Following the 97th running of the Indianapolis 500, BorgWarner President and CEO James Verrier presented Tony Kanaan with the Borg-Warner Trophy in Victory Lane. Tony Kanaan’s sterling silver image will be the 100th added to the prestigious and historic trophy, joining every winner of the “Greatest Race in History.”
BorgWarner Provides Friction Technology for ZF’s Automatic Hybrid Transmissions
BorgWarner has announced that its expertise in friction plate design and materials will be used to improve shift performance and efficiency for the ZF full hybrid 8-speed automatic transmission. The parallel hybrid transmission launched in the 2012 Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro and also will be featured in the Audi A6, A8 and BMW 5-series hybrids.
Optimum Driving Comfort and Low Fuel Consumption – DualTronic Transmission Technology from BorgWarner
The new transmission concept has its origins in motorsports. Back in the 1970s, it was Porsche who developed the first dual-clutch gearbox for its Group C Porsche 962. The advanced technology finally made its debut in series production development in 2003 in the VW Golf R32 DSG (direct-shift gearbox) and the Audi TT 3.2.