Audi/VW: Other manufacturers to build cars with DSG

Wednesday, August 17, 2005

Audi/VW: Other manufacturers to build cars with DSG

According to Fourtitude BorgWarner, a product leader in highly engineered components and systems for vehicle powertrain applications worldwide, awarded two new European DualTronic(TM) programs with new customers.

BorgWarner has been awarded two new European programs with two new customers for its fuel-efficient DualTronic(TM) transmission technology. The programs, which start production in 2007, are for vehicle types that range from compact and mid-sized to luxury passenger cars and sport-utility vehicles. Combined annual production is expected to be 600,000 units at full production volumes.

"Adding business with new DualTronic(TM) customers is an integral part of BorgWarner's growth strategy," said Tim Manganello, BorgWarner Chairman and CEO. "Having demonstrated the technology's popularity with VW/Audi and the drivers of its vehicles, I'm pleased to announce that two new customers will be using DualTronic(TM) for new transmission programs. We are delighted to see the momentum for this technology continuing to build, and to bring its benefits to two new customers who value fuel economy and an exceptional driving experience."