All the latest news from GKN Driveline! http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/rss.xml en Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:54:00 +0000 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:54:00 +0000 GKN Driveline, a leading and long-term supplier of automotive driveline components and systems in India continues to grow at a rapid pace. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0061.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0061.html Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:54:00 +0000 Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has won SMMT’s 2011 Award for Automotive Innovation for its prototype Range_e – the world’s first luxury Plug-in Hybrid Electric 4x4 with integrated V6 diesel engine. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0060a.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0060a.html Mon, 28 Nov 2011 09:38:00 +0000 GKN Driveline expects to continue to grow its Mexican operations at a double-digit rate through to 2015. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0060.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0060.html Tue, 22 Nov 2011 11:08:00 +0000 GKN Driveline today opened a new precision forging facility at Oragadam near Chennai in Tamil Nadu. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0059.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0059.html Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:41:00 +0000 India's automotive manufacturing regions are contending to be the country's number one hub for vehicle production. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Five_regions_vie_to_be_India_s_automaking_hub.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Five_regions_vie_to_be_India_s_automaking_hub.html Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:33:10 +0100 Brazil's IPI tax decree will only affect less than half of the country's imports, according to industry figures. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Brazilian_tax_decree__to_affect_less_than_half_of_imports_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Brazilian_tax_decree__to_affect_less_than_half_of_imports_.html Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:09:51 +0100 GKN’s £280 /$440 million acquisition of the driveline products business of Getrag positions GKN Driveline as the global leader in the engineering and manufacture of AWD Systems and eDrive Systems. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0058.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0058.html Mon, 03 Oct 2011 12:51:00 +0100 Following the Japanese tsunami, Honda and Toyota have returned to full production. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_and_Toyota__return_to_full_production_after_earthquake_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_and_Toyota__return_to_full_production_after_earthquake_.html Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:45:21 +0100 Additional workers are being hired by Ford to support its battery research and development. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_to_expand_EV_R_D_workforce.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_to_expand_EV_R_D_workforce.html Fri, 30 Sep 2011 11:15:41 +0100 The shortlist of entries for the GKN Driveline-sponsored SMMT Innovation Award has been revealed. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/SMMT_reveals_shortlist_for_2011_Innovation_Award___sponsored_by_GKN_Driveline.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/SMMT_reveals_shortlist_for_2011_Innovation_Award___sponsored_by_GKN_Driveline.html Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:55:36 +0100 Carmaker Toyota has seen its global output increase for the first time in a year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_global_output_rises_for_first_time_in_a_year.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_global_output_rises_for_first_time_in_a_year.html Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:54:29 +0100 More US government money is set to be spent on developing EV technology. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/US__to_do_more_research_on_EVs_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/US__to_do_more_research_on_EVs_.html Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:47:16 +0100 For the fifth time, Aston Martin has been crowned coolest brand. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Aston_Martin_named_coolest_brand.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Aston_Martin_named_coolest_brand.html Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:12:05 +0100 ECOnetic technology has been included in Ford's Fiesta range. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_brings_ECOnetic_engine_technology_to_its_Fiesta_range.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_brings_ECOnetic_engine_technology_to_its_Fiesta_range.html Tue, 27 Sep 2011 16:27:00 +0100 Denmark has been dubbed a tax haven for electric vehicles. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Denmark_is__a_tax_haven_for_European_EVs_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Denmark_is__a_tax_haven_for_European_EVs_.html Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:06:12 +0100 International businesses are choosing India as their centre for R&D. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/India__emerging_as_R_D_centre_for_multinational_companies_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/India__emerging_as_R_D_centre_for_multinational_companies_.html Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:00:00 +0100 The Volvo XC90 has been enhanced with a number of improvements. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Volvo_announces_improvements_for_XC90.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Volvo_announces_improvements_for_XC90.html Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:00:00 +0100 Toyota's new design chief has claimed the brand will be producing more dynamic cars in the future. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Toyota_chief_wants_new_models_to_be_more__dynamic_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Toyota_chief_wants_new_models_to_be_more__dynamic_.html Mon, 26 Sep 2011 16:59:01 +0100 European EV market sales are being led by Germany, according to research. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Germany_leads_European_EV_market_sales.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Germany_leads_European_EV_market_sales.html Mon, 26 Sep 2011 13:28:07 +0100 To keep up with demand, Kia is boosting its production in Slovakia. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Kia_boosts_Slovakian_production__to_keep_up_with_demand_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Kia_boosts_Slovakian_production__to_keep_up_with_demand_.html Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:37:46 +0100 The development of a universal electric vehicle charging system is being spearheaded by European carmakers. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/European_carmakers__leading_the_way_for_universal_EV_charging_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/European_carmakers__leading_the_way_for_universal_EV_charging_.html Thu, 22 Sep 2011 16:40:37 +0100 Electric car technology is being developed by Kia as Hyundai concentrates on hydrogen vehicles. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Hyundai_to_focus_on_hydrogen_cars_as_Kia_develops_EVs.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Hyundai_to_focus_on_hydrogen_cars_as_Kia_develops_EVs.html Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:43:20 +0100 Record sales are set to be hit by luxury automaker Ferrari this year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ferrari__set_for_record_sales_in_2011_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ferrari__set_for_record_sales_in_2011_.html Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:04:59 +0100 What Car? magazine has named the Vauxhall Ampera as its 2011 Green Car of the Year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Vauxhall_s_Ampera_named_Green_Car_of_the_Year.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Vauxhall_s_Ampera_named_Green_Car_of_the_Year.html Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:34:49 +0100 A European charging infrastructure is being backed by Nissan. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_to_drive_forward_EV_Charging_in_Europe.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_to_drive_forward_EV_Charging_in_Europe.html Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:25:17 +0100 GKN Driveline customer Honda is planning its first factory in Russia. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_planning_first_Russian_factory.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_planning_first_Russian_factory.html Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:57:26 +0100 Carmakers in Europe have recorded growth in the European marketplace. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/European_car_market_witnesses_summer_growth.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/European_car_market_witnesses_summer_growth.html Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:56:21 +0100 Car duties have been raised by Brazil to protect the country's automaking industry. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Brazil_raises_car_duties_to_protect_producers.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Brazil_raises_car_duties_to_protect_producers.html Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:55:42 +0100 A £400 million investment from Jaguar Land Rover could make up to 2,000 jobs in the UK. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Jaguar_Land_Rover_to_create_2_000_jobs_in_UK.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Jaguar_Land_Rover_to_create_2_000_jobs_in_UK.html Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:31:24 +0100 The vehicle has been improved to comprise new impressive features. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_Civic_features__enhanced_sporty_aspect_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_Civic_features__enhanced_sporty_aspect_.html Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:50:07 +0100 The vehicle is set to go on display at the upcoming motorsport event. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Jeep_Grand_Cherokee_on_display_at_Goodwood_Revival.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Jeep_Grand_Cherokee_on_display_at_Goodwood_Revival.html Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:19:37 +0100 GKN Driveline has been awarded a 2011 Porsche Supplier Award in recognition of its significant contributions to Porsche’s global product portfolio. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0057.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0057.html Mon, 12 Sep 2011 21:31:00 +0100 A strong line-up of new production cars, launched at the Frankfurt international motor show (IAA), featuring GKN Driveline technology on more than 60 percent of the new cars ranging from the Audi A8 hybrid to the new Fiat Panda. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0056.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0056.html Mon, 12 Sep 2011 21:25:00 +0100 The BMW motor has won an accolade at the What Car? awards. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/BMW_3_series_crowned_Best_Executive_Car.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/BMW_3_series_crowned_Best_Executive_Car.html Mon, 12 Sep 2011 08:17:14 +0100 Sales of BMW continue to grow as the automaking group has recorded increased demand for its SAV segment models. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_BMW_sales_continue_to_grow_in_August.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_BMW_sales_continue_to_grow_in_August.html Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:50:00 +0100 An 18 per cent sales increase in August this year has been recorded by General Motors. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_General_Motors_sales__up_18__in_August_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_General_Motors_sales__up_18__in_August_.html Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:50:00 +0100 Motorists have voted GKN Driveline customer Land Rover as the best 4X4 automaker in a poll. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Drivers_claim_Land_Rover_makes_the_best_4X4s.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Drivers_claim_Land_Rover_makes_the_best_4X4s.html Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:45:00 +0100 Lexus has been crowned Manufacturer of the Decade by Auto Express readers. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Lexus_awarded_Auto_Express_Manufacturer_of_the_Decade_title.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Lexus_awarded_Auto_Express_Manufacturer_of_the_Decade_title.html Sun, 04 Sep 2011 16:47:41 +0100 Hyundai's growing customer satisfaction has been recognised in the Auto Express Drive Power survey. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Hyundai_scoops_improvement_award_from_Auto_Express.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Hyundai_scoops_improvement_award_from_Auto_Express.html Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:28:54 +0100 The main development for the electric car industry will be a charging infrastructure, it has been suggested. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Charging_infrastructure__will_be_the_main_EV_industry_development_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Charging_infrastructure__will_be_the_main_EV_industry_development_.html Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:49:35 +0100 Joseph Bakaj has been tasked with developing greener powertrains for Ford. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_vice_president_aims_to_make_the_brand_s_powertrains_greener.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_vice_president_aims_to_make_the_brand_s_powertrains_greener.html Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:57:54 +0100 A Techie award could be on its way to Ford to mark the gadgetry in its new Focus. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Ford_Focus_in_line_for_Techie_award_from_BusinessCar_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Ford_Focus_in_line_for_Techie_award_from_BusinessCar_.html Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:52:49 +0100 Fast-charging points could be the next major development for electric vehicle infrastructure. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Fast_charge_points_the_next_step_for_EVs_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Fast_charge_points_the_next_step_for_EVs_.html Tue, 30 Aug 2011 11:58:00 +0100 A small car is being developed by Ford especially for the Indian market. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_to_develop_new_small_car_for_Indian_market.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_to_develop_new_small_car_for_Indian_market.html Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:20:00 +0100 Tyre manufacturer Continental has set its sights on India for further expansion. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Continental_to_invest_in_India_expansion.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Continental_to_invest_in_India_expansion.html Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:42:46 +0100 Honda is set to showcase its CR-Z at the EcoVelocity show in the UK. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_to_showcase_new_CR_Z_at_EcoVelocity_show.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_to_showcase_new_CR_Z_at_EcoVelocity_show.html Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:59:44 +0100 In order to spread the costs of developing hybrid technology, Opel/Vauxhall is considering taking on a partner. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Opel_Vauxhall_considers_taking_on_a_hybrid_partner.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Opel_Vauxhall_considers_taking_on_a_hybrid_partner.html Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:00:59 +0100 A chief executive at Volvo has announced the carmaker plans to sell 50,000 autos to the Chinese market this year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Volvo__aims_to_sell_50k_cars_in_China_this_year_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Volvo__aims_to_sell_50k_cars_in_China_this_year_.html Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:00:46 +0100 New models such as the Camry are going to be launched by Toyota to boost sales figures. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_to_launch_new_models__to_boost_sales_figures_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_to_launch_new_models__to_boost_sales_figures_.html Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:00:00 +0100 Carmaker Audi has defied the slump in the market by boosting its production. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Audi__defies_market_dip_with_production_boost_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Audi__defies_market_dip_with_production_boost_.html Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:54:44 +0100 The US has been overtaken by China as the globe's automaking power, a title the Asian nation is likely to keep, according to an expert. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Will_the_US_recover_its_title_as_global_car_manufacturer_from_China_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Will_the_US_recover_its_title_as_global_car_manufacturer_from_China_.html Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:30:30 +0100 Asia-Pacific nations are concentrating more on green driving investment than western rivals, according to an expert. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Malaysia__Thailand_and_South_Korea__all_investing_in_green_driving_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Malaysia__Thailand_and_South_Korea__all_investing_in_green_driving_.html Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:46:01 +0100 An expert has claimed the Asia-Pacific car manufacturing industries have a significant competitive advantage over the west. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Asia_Pacific_car_industry__has_huge_competitive_advantage_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Asia_Pacific_car_industry__has_huge_competitive_advantage_.html Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:24:35 +0100 Vehicle manufacturing in the UK has risen again according to industry figures. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/UK_vehicle_manufacturing__rises_again_in_July_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/UK_vehicle_manufacturing__rises_again_in_July_.html Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:22:35 +0100 More fuel efficient vehicles, such as GKN Driveline customer Range Rover's Evoque, are boosting demand for 4x4s. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Demand_for_4x4s__driven_by_fuel_efficiency_improvements_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Demand_for_4x4s__driven_by_fuel_efficiency_improvements_.html Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:06:02 +0100 The Japanese economy has fared better than expected in the second quarter of this year despite the earthquake disaster earlier in the year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Japanese_economy__slows_less_than_expected_in_Q2_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Japanese_economy__slows_less_than_expected_in_Q2_.html Thu, 18 Aug 2011 17:17:34 +0100 GKN Driveline customer Honda could be setting up manufacturing plants closer to its overseas customer bases. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Is_Honda_planning_to_build_plants_closer_to_customers_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Is_Honda_planning_to_build_plants_closer_to_customers_.html Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:32:09 +0100 China's top luxury carmaker is Audi, according to a poll. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Audi__continues_to_be_China_s_top_luxury_carmaker_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Audi__continues_to_be_China_s_top_luxury_carmaker_.html Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:54:42 +0100 Decision-makers in Ontario are investing in a province-wide electric charging point infrastructure for electric cars. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ontario_invests_in_electric_vehicle_infrastructure.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ontario_invests_in_electric_vehicle_infrastructure.html Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:02:47 +0100 Carmaker Volkswagen's Passenger Cars brand sold 2.95 million vehicles in the first seven months of this year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Volkswagen_Passenger_Cars__delivers_2.95m_autos_in_7_months_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Volkswagen_Passenger_Cars__delivers_2.95m_autos_in_7_months_.html Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:24:14 +0100 Europe and South America have been chosen as new locations for producing the Tata Nano. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Tata_to_produce_Nano_in_Europe_and_South_America.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Tata_to_produce_Nano_in_Europe_and_South_America.html Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:02:02 +0100 Land Rover has claimed its new Defender diesel engine is the cleanest the car has ever had. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Land_Rover_Defender_diesel_engine_is__the_cleanest_ever_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Land_Rover_Defender_diesel_engine_is__the_cleanest_ever_.html Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:52:44 +0100 A Honda plant for subcompact vehicles is set to be built in Mexico. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_to_build_new_plant_in_Mexico__for_subcompact_vehicles_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_to_build_new_plant_in_Mexico__for_subcompact_vehicles_.html Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:47:17 +0100 GKN & EVO Electric showcase GKN EVO eDrive Systems at Cenex's LCV Expo. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Manufacturers_and_engineers_flock_to_LCV2011.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Manufacturers_and_engineers_flock_to_LCV2011.html Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 A contract has been drawn up by General Motors securing the supply of thousands of lithium-ion batteries. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/General_Motors_invests_in_lithium_ion_batteries.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/General_Motors_invests_in_lithium_ion_batteries.html Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:51:23 +0100 An insider has revealed General Motors is planning to build a new factory in Indonesia. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/General_Motors_plans_manufacturing_facility_in_Indonesia.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/General_Motors_plans_manufacturing_facility_in_Indonesia.html Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:22:11 +0100 A new series of industrial measures is being imposed by the Brazilian government to strengthen its industrial sector. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Brazilian_government__imposes_new_industry_measures_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Brazilian_government__imposes_new_industry_measures_.html Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:47:55 +0100 Cars for the Japanese market are being eyed by Indian automaker Maruti. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Maruti__to_develop_cars_for_Japanese_drivers__.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Maruti__to_develop_cars_for_Japanese_drivers__.html Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:46:53 +0100 GKN Driveline customer Skoda has smashed its records again with increased worldwide sales in July. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Skoda_achieves__record_worldwide_sales_for_July_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Skoda_achieves__record_worldwide_sales_for_July_.html Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:02:04 +0100 A second car manufacturing facility is set to be erected by Fiat in Brazil. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Fiat_to_set_up__second_Brazilian_production_facility_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Fiat_to_set_up__second_Brazilian_production_facility_.html Wed, 10 Aug 2011 19:25:11 +0100 Carmaker Nissan has set its sights on tripling its Indian sales by the end of the fiscal year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Nissan_India__to_triple_sales_to_40_000_in_2012_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Nissan_India__to_triple_sales_to_40_000_in_2012_.html Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:34:33 +0100 The emerging markets are said to play a significant role in the future of car manufacturing. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Future_of_car_manufacturing__is_in_the_emerging_markets_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Future_of_car_manufacturing__is_in_the_emerging_markets_.html Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:32:40 +0100 GKN Driveline customer BMW has announced record-smashing July sales, with 129,094 cars sold in a month. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_BMW_Group_celebrates__record_sales_for_July_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_BMW_Group_celebrates__record_sales_for_July_.html Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:29:34 +0100 Record sales smashed SEAT's records in July this year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/SEAT_reports_record_breaking_July_sales.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/SEAT_reports_record_breaking_July_sales.html Fri, 05 Aug 2011 16:35:00 +0100 Three green prizes have been awarded to Vauxhall for its efficient cars. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Eco_friendly_Vauxhall_Ampera_wins_two_green_prizes.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Eco_friendly_Vauxhall_Ampera_wins_two_green_prizes.html Fri, 05 Aug 2011 16:30:00 +0100 Chinese automaker JAC has set its sights on Brazil for a new manufacturing plant. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Chinese_carmaker_JAC_to_build_plant_in_Brazil.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Chinese_carmaker_JAC_to_build_plant_in_Brazil.html Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:05:21 +0100 Four years of planning went into the new Toyota Yaris, it has been revealed. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Toyota_Yaris__took_four_years_of_planning_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Toyota_Yaris__took_four_years_of_planning_.html Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:32:17 +0100 A trial of EVs has revealed people are happy with the charging routine. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/EV_trial_reveals_motorists__happy_with_charging_routine_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/EV_trial_reveals_motorists__happy_with_charging_routine_.html Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:30:04 +0100 An incredible 91 per cent of passenger vehicles in China are Sedans, a fact that could influence carmakers' plans. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Sedans_account_for__91__of_passenger_cars_in_China_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Sedans_account_for__91__of_passenger_cars_in_China_.html Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:08:13 +0100 An awards was given to Audi at the Auto Express Awards for the GKN Driveline customer's new A6. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Audi_A6_wins_Auto_Express_New_Car_Award.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Audi_A6_wins_Auto_Express_New_Car_Award.html Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:00:27 +0100 An expert has praised the energy-efficient improvements Toyota has made to its Hilux model. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_s_Hilux_is_now_more_energy_efficient.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_s_Hilux_is_now_more_energy_efficient.html Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:00:42 +0100 Record sales, revenues and earnings have been achieved by GKN Driveline customer BMW in the second quarter of 2011. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/BMW_achieves_record_sales__revenues_and_earnings_in_2011_Q2.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/BMW_achieves_record_sales__revenues_and_earnings_in_2011_Q2.html Tue, 02 Aug 2011 18:02:28 +0100 The Frankfurt Motor Show in September will play host to the new Mazda CX-5. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Mazda_to_debut_at_Frankfurt_show.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Mazda_to_debut_at_Frankfurt_show.html Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:42:45 +0100 GKN Driveline customer Skoda has announced its most successful six months of trading. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Skoda_celebrates__most_successful_6_months_of_trading_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_customer_Skoda_celebrates__most_successful_6_months_of_trading_.html Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:21:47 +0100 A positive growth trajectory has been reported by Volkswagen for the first half of this year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Volkswagen_reports__positive_growth_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Volkswagen_reports__positive_growth_.html Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0100 A significant amount of investment has been earmarked to expand Ford's operations in the Indian region of Gujarat. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_India_makes_significant_investment_in_Gujarat.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_India_makes_significant_investment_in_Gujarat.html Fri, 29 Jul 2011 09:29:13 +0100 Toyota has been named as one of the greenest brands in the world in a new survey. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_named__one_of_the_world_s_greenest_brands_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_named__one_of_the_world_s_greenest_brands_.html Thu, 28 Jul 2011 17:33:55 +0100 Before its official debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Renault has offered the world a glimpse of its new-look Twingo. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Renault_previews_Twingo_ahead_of_Frankfurt_Motor_Show.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Renault_previews_Twingo_ahead_of_Frankfurt_Motor_Show.html Thu, 28 Jul 2011 15:17:11 +0100 GKN plc today announces its agreement to acquire the all-wheel-drive (AWD) components businesses of Getrag KG, the privately held German company controlled by the Hagenmeyer family. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0055.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0055.html Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:52:00 +0100 Global carmaker Nissan has announced it will be investing $8 billion in the Chinese market. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_announces__8bn_Chinese_expansion.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_announces__8bn_Chinese_expansion.html Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:40:00 +0100 The millionth car was completed at Honda's Dongfeng plant in China recently. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_s_Chinese_plant_reaches_1_million_unit_milestone.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Honda_s_Chinese_plant_reaches_1_million_unit_milestone.html Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:14:42 +0100 GKN Driveline has been honoured by Porsche as one of its best suppliers. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Porsche__honours_GKN_Driveline_among_best_suppliers_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Porsche__honours_GKN_Driveline_among_best_suppliers_.html Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:56:15 +0100 Fiat and Chrysler are expected to work out of four headquarters when the two companies merge - one being based in Brazil. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Fiat_and_Chrysler_merger__to_establish_Brazilian_headquarters_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Fiat_and_Chrysler_merger__to_establish_Brazilian_headquarters_.html Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:55:29 +0100 Various strategies regarding charging facilities for electric cars have been proposed for the US and the UK. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Electric_car_charging_strategies__planned_for_US_and_UK_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Electric_car_charging_strategies__planned_for_US_and_UK_.html Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:00:18 +0100 Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz is pumping $2 billion into its Alabama manufacturing plant. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Mercedes_Benz_to_invest__2_billion_in_Alabama_plant.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Mercedes_Benz_to_invest__2_billion_in_Alabama_plant.html Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:03:51 +0100 The first Ford Focus has rolled off the production line at the manufacturer's plant near St Petersburg. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_Focus_production_commences_in_Russia.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Ford_Focus_production_commences_in_Russia.html Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:04:02 +0100 Skoda has been crowned the most satisfying car to own by British motorists. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Brits_crown_Skoda__most_satisfying_car_to_own_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Brits_crown_Skoda__most_satisfying_car_to_own_.html Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:03:10 +0100 A Chinese expansion is in line for Aston Martin, as the iconic brand has claimed its future is in the emerging Asian luxury market. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Aston_Martin__sets_sight_on_Chinese_expansion_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Aston_Martin__sets_sight_on_Chinese_expansion_.html Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:56:39 +0100 Work on the new Beetle has commenced at Volkswagen's Mexican plant in Puebla. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Volkswagen_commences_work_on_new_Beetle_in_Mexico.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Volkswagen_commences_work_on_new_Beetle_in_Mexico.html Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:26:52 +0100 British car manufacturing has grown during the first half of 2011, according to reports. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/UK_car_manufacturing_rises_over_first_half_of_2011.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/UK_car_manufacturing_rises_over_first_half_of_2011.html Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:49:40 +0100 In order for EV uptake to grow, it has been urged that a decent charging infrastructure must be established. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Researching_charging_infrastructure__essential_for_EV_uptake_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Researching_charging_infrastructure__essential_for_EV_uptake_.html Wed, 20 Jul 2011 17:58:19 +0100 A rise of between 20 and 40 per cent is expected regarding Russian vehicle sales, it has been predicted. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Russian_car_sales__expected_to_rise_by_20_40__in_2011_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Russian_car_sales__expected_to_rise_by_20_40__in_2011_.html Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:59:32 +0100 Suzuki has taken its operations to new heights, as it is constructing a new workshop in the mountain region of Himachal Pradesh, India. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Suzuki_opens_India_s_highest_altitude_workshop.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Suzuki_opens_India_s_highest_altitude_workshop.html Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:55:35 +0100 Chinese automotive juggernaut and GKN Driveline customer Chery has begun the construction on its first non-Chinese-based plant in Brazil. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Chinese_carmaker_begins_construction_of_new_plant_in_Brazil.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Chinese_carmaker_begins_construction_of_new_plant_in_Brazil.html Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:22:59 +0100 Cost and the way a car looks will be key to attracting consumers to the EV market, an expert has stated. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Cost__an_important_factor_in_attracting_consumers_to_EVs_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Cost__an_important_factor_in_attracting_consumers_to_EVs_.html Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:51:49 +0100 The UK may become the world leader in electric vehicle research, development and manufacturing. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Britain_to_lead_the_way_with_low_carbon_technologies_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Britain_to_lead_the_way_with_low_carbon_technologies_.html Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:50:54 +0100 A range of electric cars is set to be tested by Mitsubishi in Thailand to investigate its marketability. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Mitsubishi_to_test_electric_cars_in_Thailand.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Mitsubishi_to_test_electric_cars_in_Thailand.html Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:41:16 +0100 The two-millionth Fiat Panda has been rolled off the production line at its Poland plant. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Fiat_s_Poland_factory__produces_two_millionth_Panda_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Fiat_s_Poland_factory__produces_two_millionth_Panda_.html Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:40:33 +0100 Toyota has highlighted the European market as the lynchpin of its master plan. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Europe_to_play_key_role_in_Toyota__master_plan_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Europe_to_play_key_role_in_Toyota__master_plan_.html Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:02:44 +0100 The revamped Audi A5 has achieved benchmark standards of energy-efficiency with its new streamlined body. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Audi_A5_sets_energy_efficiency_standard.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/New_Audi_A5_sets_energy_efficiency_standard.html Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:47:15 +0100 More success in India is hoped to be achieved, as Toyota's Etios sales figures exceed expectations. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota__hopes_for_more_Indian_success_with_Etios_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota__hopes_for_more_Indian_success_with_Etios_.html Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:46:29 +0100 European car manufacturers are setting their sights on China for further expansion projects, it has been claimed. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_s_China_investment__looking_good_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/GKN_Driveline_s_China_investment__looking_good_.html Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:57:35 +0100 The Vauhxall/Opel Ampera could be a big hit when it comes to company car fleets. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Sales_projections_for_Vauxhall_Opel_s_GKN_Driveline_equipped_Ampera__see_growth_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Sales_projections_for_Vauxhall_Opel_s_GKN_Driveline_equipped_Ampera__see_growth_.html Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:15:48 +0100 Experts have revealed how the Nissan Leaf's battery will be reused when the car reaches the end of its life. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Plans_for_battery_reuse_announced_by_Nissan.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Plans_for_battery_reuse_announced_by_Nissan.html Wed, 13 Jul 2011 18:02:44 +0100 Anfavea's yearly projections have been smashed after the body reported a significant increase in production levels. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Anfavea_production_growth__exceeds_yearly_projections_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Anfavea_production_growth__exceeds_yearly_projections_.html Wed, 13 Jul 2011 18:02:00 +0100 Multiple power packs are said to be one area that electric vehicle manufacturers will be investing in for future models. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Next_generation_of_electric_cars_to_use_multiple_batteries_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Next_generation_of_electric_cars_to_use_multiple_batteries_.html Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:21:31 +0100 EU CO2 targets are close to being met or have already been reached by seven car manufacturers, it has been reported. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Car_manufacturers__close_in_on_EU_CO2_targets_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Car_manufacturers__close_in_on_EU_CO2_targets_.html Tue, 12 Jul 2011 11:59:59 +0100 A joint initiative from Opel/Vauxhall and Europcar will see eDrive vehicles enter the hire car market. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Opel_Vauxhall_and_Europcar_start_electric_car_co_operation.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Opel_Vauxhall_and_Europcar_start_electric_car_co_operation.html Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:56:54 +0100 Renault's sales outside of Europe have been boosted by success in Russia and Brazil, according to reports. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Markets_in_Brazil_and_Russia__boost_Renault_sales_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Markets_in_Brazil_and_Russia__boost_Renault_sales_.html Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:59:20 +0100 Coffee has been recommended by one Nissan leader as a way for petrol stations to make money from eDrive motorists charging up their cars. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_chief_suggests_teaming_eDrive_charging_with_coffee_breaks.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_chief_suggests_teaming_eDrive_charging_with_coffee_breaks.html Fri, 08 Jul 2011 12:02:34 +0100 Next year will see three new Toyota eDrive vehicles enter car showrooms. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_to_launch_3_eDrive_cars_in_2012.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Toyota_to_launch_3_eDrive_cars_in_2012.html Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:49:11 +0100 Argentina has been targeted by Renault as part of its rapid expansion drive. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Renault__to_expand_manufacturing_in_Argentina_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Renault__to_expand_manufacturing_in_Argentina_.html Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:14:58 +0100 Electric cars in London can now use the new solar-powered charge point at the Centre of Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Solar_eDrive_charging_facility_opened_in_UK.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Solar_eDrive_charging_facility_opened_in_UK.html Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:13:59 +0100 The CO2 emissions of average new cars in the UK have dropped to record lows, according to a report. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Average_new_car_CO2_emissions__drops_to_record_low__in_UK.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Average_new_car_CO2_emissions__drops_to_record_low__in_UK.html Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:59:41 +0100 Carbon reduction transport projects have been made possible throughout the UK thanks to £155 million in government investment. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Government_invests__155m_in_transport_growth_and_carbon_reduction_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Government_invests__155m_in_transport_growth_and_carbon_reduction_.html Tue, 05 Jul 2011 17:03:05 +0100 A new eDrive compact commercial car is being tested in Japan by manufacturer Nissan. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_to_begin_testing_new_eDrive_vehicle.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_to_begin_testing_new_eDrive_vehicle.html Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:13:51 +0100 GKN Driveline has invested in a new side shaft manufacturing plant in Pune, India, thanks to the local talent pool. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Engineers_in_Pune_attract_investment_from_GKN_Driveline.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Engineers_in_Pune_attract_investment_from_GKN_Driveline.html Mon, 04 Jul 2011 16:44:06 +0100 More organisations are being invited to join the Clean Drive project to help put more eDrive vehicles on the road. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Energy_efficient_car_project_looks_to_involve_more_experts.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Energy_efficient_car_project_looks_to_involve_more_experts.html Mon, 04 Jul 2011 16:43:01 +0100 Businesses that adopt eDrive vehicles as their company cars could see their staff benefit more than average consumers. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Company_car_users__to_benefit_the_most_from_eDrive_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Company_car_users__to_benefit_the_most_from_eDrive_.html Mon, 04 Jul 2011 11:53:17 +0100 The world's first E-REV car has been revealed by US manufacturer Chevrolet. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Chevrolet_unveils_world_s_first_E_REV_car.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Chevrolet_unveils_world_s_first_E_REV_car.html Fri, 01 Jul 2011 16:51:41 +0100 Electric drive engineering has really made progress this year, one expert has stated. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Electric_drive_manufacturing__took_off_this_year_.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Electric_drive_manufacturing__took_off_this_year_.html Fri, 01 Jul 2011 16:50:55 +0100 CO2 emissions from cars have dropped in the European Union, bringing member states closer to meeting carbon reduction targets. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/EU_car_emissions_continue_to_fall_in_2010.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/EU_car_emissions_continue_to_fall_in_2010.html Fri, 01 Jul 2011 11:55:32 +0100 Efforts made by the UK automotive sector to reach carbon emission targets have been praised - but the industry cannot rest on its laurels yet. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/UK_automotive_industry_praised_for_climate_change_efforts.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/UK_automotive_industry_praised_for_climate_change_efforts.html Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:18:54 +0100 Energy-efficient automotive engineering research has been given a boost from the UK Low Carbon Innovation fund. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/UK_sees__40k_invested_in_new_low_carbon_motoring_technology.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/UK_sees__40k_invested_in_new_low_carbon_motoring_technology.html Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:10:02 +0100 Brazil has been targeted by Nissan as one of the burgeoning economies it will operate in as part of an expansion drive. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_sets_sights_on_Brazil_for_eDrive_expansion.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/industry-news/Nissan_sets_sights_on_Brazil_for_eDrive_expansion.html Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:17:36 +0100 GKN Driveline, the world’s leading supplier of automotive driveline systems and solutions, has formed a joint venture with EVO Electric, a UK pioneer in advanced electric drive solutions for the automotive sector. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0054.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0054.html Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:42:00 +0100 GKN Driveline is continuing its rapid growth in India with the groundbreaking of a new manufacturing facility for CVJ Systems and Trans Axle Solutions in Pune, India. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0053.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0053.html Mon, 23 May 2011 09:27:00 +0100 At the 11th Michelin Challenge Bibendum in Berlin, GKN Driveline and some of its vehicle manufacturer customers will be demonstrating the company’s advanced technology to help sustainable mobility into the future. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0052.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0052.html Tue, 17 May 2011 10:21:00 +0100 GKN Driveline continues to grow, expanding production and bringing the latest automotive driveline technology to China. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0051.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0051.html Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:29:00 +0100 GKN Driveline and its employees were shocked by the earthquake of 11th March. In response the company and its employees throughout the world have been raising money to support those affected. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_00501.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_00501.html Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:31:00 +0100 GKN Driveline Japan will merge into the GKN Driveline Asia Pacific organisation on 1st April 2011. It will be led by Marc Vuarchex, managing director, GKN Driveline Asia Pacific. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0050.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0050.html Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:51:00 +0000 GKN Driveline currently has more than 36 electric and hybrid-electric vehicle projects underway with major automakers around the world in the wake of its ground-breaking electric rear-axle project with Peugeot-Citroën. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0049.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0049.html Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:30:00 +0000 Based on ingenuity and experience - with 200,000 vehicles already on-the-road http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0048.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0048.html Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:19:00 +0000 GKN Driveline technology will be featured on more than 60 percent of the 70 new-model production vehicles planned for introduction at this year’s Paris International Motor Show. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0047.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0047.html Tue, 28 Sep 2010 09:59:00 +0100 GKN Driveline has designed a new range of electric- drive axles for use in both pure electric vehicles and for converting conventional vehicles into hybrids. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0046.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0046.html Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:48:00 +0100 GKN Driveline today opened a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Eskişehir, Turkey. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0045.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0045.html Wed, 07 Jul 2010 10:41:00 +0100 GKN, the world leader in driveline systems and solutions continues to invest in China. The Shanghai Technical Centre at Shanghai GKN Driveshaft (SDS) will provide additional product-development support for customers throughout China. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0044.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0044.html Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:44:00 +0100 GKN Driveline continues its rapid growth in China with plans for a 12th manufacturing facility, expansion of an existing research centre and the introduction of new low-cost and electric-hybrid technologies for the Chinese market. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0043.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0043.html Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:00:00 +0100 At the heart of the new MINI Countryman ALL4 crossover vehicle lies GKN Driveline’s AWD coupling or electromagnetic control device (EMCD). GKN Driveline's EMCD controls the torque flow to the rear wheels, crucial for delivering dynamic all-wheel-drive performance and all-terrain traction. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0041.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0041.html Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:41:00 +0000 The global debut of Audi's entirely new A8 high performance luxury saloon, sees the launch of a new, leading-edge technology propeller shaft solution from GKN Driveline right at the heart of the vehicle's Quattro™ four-wheel drive system. Audi is the first GKN Driveline customer to adopt the company's new Direct Torque Flow (DTF) technology for propeller shafts. The new Audi A8 is also fitted with GKN Driveline's sideshafts. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0042.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0042.html Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:14:00 +0000 GKN demonstrates its broad capability on vehicle driveline solutions from the sideshafts on the ultra low cost Tata Nano through to the sideshafts, propshafts and electronic limited slip differential on Jaguar Land Rover’s premium sports saloon, the Jaguar XFR. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0040.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0040.html Sat, 02 Jan 2010 13:28:00 +0000 GKN has opened its 11th plant in China. The new driveshaft facility is wholly- owned by Shanghai GKN Drive Shaft, a joint venture between GKN and Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0039.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0039.html Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:39:00 +0000 GKN North America received a highly coveted performance award by Volkswagen de Mexico based on its performance, cooperation, commitment and dedication during the past year at an awards ceremony held recently in Puebla, Mexico. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0038.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0038.html Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:35:00 +0100 GKN Driveline’s unique torque-sensing Helical limited slip differential (LSD) has been chosen by Renault for the ‘Cup’ version of their latest and most powerful Mégane Renault Sport revealed today at the Frankfurt Messe. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0037.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0037.html Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:26:00 +0100 In another innovation from GKN Driveline, the automotive Tier One supplier is launching its patented Face Spline hub connection for CVJ sideshafts. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0036.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0036.html Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:23:00 +0100 GKN Driveline will supply the electric drive axle for PSA Peugeot Citroën new HYbrid4 technology. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0035.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0035.html Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:16:00 +0100 GKN Driveline has extended its joint venture with Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) for another 50 years at a ceremony in London. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0034.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0034.html Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:04:00 +0100 GKN Driveline’s breakthrough countertrack™ constant velocity joint (CVJ) technology is exciting the interest of vehicle manufacturers in Europe, North America and Asia because of its fuel saving potential. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0032.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0032.html Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:55:00 +0100 GKN Driveline’s Viscodrive® coupling technology has been launched on a further two new models, both compact seven-seater all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles, unveiled in Japan. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0033.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0033.html Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:01:00 +0100 GKN Driveline’s Super LSD (Limited Slip Differential), has been chosen for the all-new Mazda3 MPS performance superhatch, which was first revealed at the Geneva Motor Show this year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0031.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0031.html Mon, 18 May 2009 09:28:00 +0100 At the 2009 Geneva motor show this week, Jaguar revealed its new 503 horsepower XKR and XFR models fitted for the first time with the company’s new Active Differential Control system (ADC). http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0030.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0030.html Mon, 02 Mar 2009 16:50:00 +0000 All-wheel-drive (AWD) versions of Suzuki's new Wagon R, recently launched in Japan, are being equipped with GKN Driveline Torque Technology's Viscodrive® coupling. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0029.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0029.html Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:14:00 +0000 GKN Driveline is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its joint venture with Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) on 21 October 2008. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0028.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0028.html Mon, 20 Oct 2008 16:49:00 +0100 GKN Driveline Torque Technology has started production at its new wholly owned facility in Pudong, Shanghai, China. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0027.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0027.html Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:02:00 +0100 At the heart of the new Infiniti FX's Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system is a new generation AWD coupling from GKN Driveline Torque Technology. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0026.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0026.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 11:29:00 +0100 Mitsubishi Motor’s highly acclaimed all-new Lancer Evolution has key new driveline components from GKN Driveline Torque Technology. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0025.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0025.html Thu, 02 Oct 2008 11:47:00 +0100 GKN Driveline Torque Technology has appointed Eiji Imai as the new president and representative director for GKN Driveline Torque Technology KK, in Japan（head office at 2388 Omiya-cho, Tochigi-city, Tochigi Prefecture）. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0024.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0024.html Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:55:00 +0100 GKN Driveline Torque Technology will begin supplying its new electronic locking differential to Ford’s all-new 2009 F-150 FX4 pickup trucks later this year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0023.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0023.html Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:09:00 +0100 GKN Driveline Torque Technology in Japan has been awarded the prestigious Nissan Global Innovation Award for their contribution to the independent transaxle Four Wheel Drive (4WD) featured in the company’s all-new supercar, the Nissan GT-R. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0022.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0022.html Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:51:00 +0100 GKN Driveline's high performance Torque Vectoring technology has made its world debut on the new BMW X6 ‘sports activity coupe’. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0021.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0021.html Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:42:00 +0100 GKN Driveline plans to open a major new production facility in Wuhan, China, next year. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0020.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0020.html Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:15:00 +0100 GKN Driveline today opened its new state-of-the-art production facility at Oragadam near Chennai, in Tamil Nadu. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0019.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0019.html Wed, 06 Feb 2008 13:50:00 +0000 GKN Driveline and ZF announce an extended cooperation in the field of torque vectoring systems. The cooperation agreement covers the joint development, manufacturing and marketing of torque vectoring systems in rear axles for rear and all wheel driven vehicles. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0018.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0018.html Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:38:00 +0000 GKN Driveline Torque Technology, has announced a contract to supply power transfer units (PTUs) to Chery, China’s largest independent car maker. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0016.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0016.html Mon, 06 Aug 2007 12:29:00 +0100 GKN Driveline launch Torque Vectoring Technology. GKN Driveline announces the first production application of its Torque Vectoring technology. Torque Vectoring hardware units will be supplied to system leader ZF for the recently announced "Vector-Drive" rear axle, which is planned for application in future BMW vehicles. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0017.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0017.html Mon, 09 Jul 2007 17:04:00 +0100 GKN Driveline, the market leader in India, is to expand its presence by building a new factory for the manufacture of sideshafts, including a state-of-the-art test centre, near Chennai. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0015.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0015.html Thu, 03 May 2007 17:29:00 +0100 Auto China, Beijing, 17th November 2006 – GKN continued its expansion in China today with the announcement of a new automotive manufacturing facility and a new automotive joint venture. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0014.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0014.html Fri, 17 Nov 2006 15:09:00 +0000 Mondial de lâ Automobile, Paris, 28 September, 2006 GKN Driveline Torque Technology is pleased to announce the supply of its unique Helical LSD to Renault for its new limited-edition Megane F1 Teamâ R26, unveiled at the Paris Motor Show today. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0013.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0013.html Wed, 25 Oct 2006 18:33:00 +0100 GKN Driveline continues to invest in data management and information technology to maintain its position as a leading global supplier to the automotive and aerospace industries. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0012.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0012.html Wed, 25 Oct 2006 11:33:00 +0100 GKN Driveline’s Torque Technology Group is introducing a new power transfer unit (PTU) for all-wheel-drive vehicles in North America and Japan that is lighter and stronger than previous designs, while providing customers with reductions in noise, vibration and harshness. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0011.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0011.html Thu, 31 Aug 2006 15:51:00 +0100 GKN Driveline has begun production in the United States of a new electronic differential lock for two- and four-wheel-drive vehicles that offers safety and drivability benefits for consumers. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0010.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0010.html Mon, 31 Jul 2006 15:54:00 +0100 Vehicle makers plan to introduce "breakthrough" technology from GKN Driveline that provides lighter driveshaft components, improved fuel economy and better overall vehicle performance. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0009.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0009.html Tue, 31 Jan 2006 16:10:00 +0000 GKN Driveline has developed new flexible sealing and protection ‘boots’ for constant velocity joints (CVJs) that significantly improve component durability and life. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0008.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0008.html Mon, 30 Jan 2006 16:11:00 +0000 GKN Driveline has developed two new constant velocity joint (CVJ) technologies which are exciting the interest of the vehicle manufacturers in Europe, North America and Asia. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0007.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0007.html Wed, 30 Nov 2005 16:24:00 +0000 Global engineering company GKN plc today predicted a bright future for its automotive component plant in Olesnica, Poland. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0006.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0006.html Mon, 31 Oct 2005 16:29:00 +0000 From November 1st, 2005 the company will change its name from “Tochigi Fuji Sangyo KK”, to “GKN Driveline Torque Technology KK”. The purpose is to clarify the corporate identity as a member of the GKN group in a rapidly changing and expanding business environment. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0005.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0005.html Thu, 01 Sep 2005 16:30:00 +0100 GKN has successfully developed and applied a new sector leading third generation of technology for its “GI” tripod plunging joint product family. This joint type can be used on the gearbox side of sideshafts to smoothly transmit engine power and accommodate length and angle changes in sideshafts that are a result of steering and suspension movements. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0004.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0004.html Thu, 01 Sep 2005 15:32:00 +0100 GKN Driveline’s ‘Super Limited Slip Differential’ is now fitted to the highly desirable MINI Cooper S. This is the first production application of the Super LSD in Europe. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0003.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0003.html Fri, 01 Jul 2005 16:35:00 +0100 GKN Driveline has demonstrated its newly enhanced systems and component capability on Land Rover’s new Range Rover Sport. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0002.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0002.html Tue, 31 May 2005 16:37:00 +0100 GKN plans to further expand its automotive presence in China this year with a new joint-venture to produce engine components in Henan province. http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0001.html http://www.gkndriveline.com/drivelinecms/opencms/en/media-centre/news/gkn-news/article_0001.html Sun, 01 May 2005 16:38:00 +0100