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• GKN Driveline’s innovative AWD coupling debuts on new Infiniti FX series

  2nd October, 2008, Paris, France

  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. Read More »

• Key new driveline components on the all-new Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 29th September, 2008, Tochigi, Japan

  Mitsubishi Motor’s highly acclaimed all-new Lancer Evolution has key new driveline components from GKN Driveline Torque Technology. Read More »

• New President for GKN Driveline Torque Technology Japan 22nd September 2008, Tochigi, Japan

  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）. Read More »

• GKN Driveline unveils Electronic ‘Locker’ for 2009 Ford F-150 17th July 2008, Auburn Hills, Michigan

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Receives Nissan’s 2008 Global Innovation Award 14th July 2008, Tochigi, Japan

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Torque Vectoring World-First For New BMW X6 July 3rd, 2008, Redditch, UK

  GKN Driveline's high performance Torque Vectoring technology has made its world debut on the new BMW X6 ‘sports activity coupe’. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Continues to Expand in China Showcases Technology at Beijing Auto Show Beijing, April 22, 2008

  GKN Driveline plans to open a major new production facility in Wuhan, China, next year. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Expands in South India Chennai, India, 6th February 2008

  GKN Driveline today opened its new state-of-the-art production facility at Oragadam near Chennai, in Tamil Nadu. Read More »

• GKN Driveline and ZF Torque Vectoring cooperation CTI Symposium, Berlin Berlin, Germany 4th December 2007

  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. Read More »

• First Chery Contract for GKN Driveline Torque Technology Shanghai, China, 7th August, 2007

  GKN Driveline Torque Technology, has announced a contract to supply power transfer units (PTUs) to Chery, China’s largest independent car maker. Read More »

• GKN Driveline launch Torque Vectoring Technology July 2007

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline continues to expand in India May 2007

  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. Read More »

• New manufacturing facility and new joint venture continue GKN’s China growth November 2006

  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. Read More »

• Component synergy for Renault & Nissan with GKN Driveline's perfomance Helical LSD September 2006

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline reshapes Global Engineering - Design process August 2006

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Introduces New Power Transfer Unit August 2006

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Unveils New Electronic Differential Lock July 2006

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline's New Technology Saves Weight And Fuel January 2006

  Vehicle makers plan to introduce "breakthrough" technology from GKN Driveline that provides lighter driveshaft components, improved fuel economy and better overall vehicle performance. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Develops New Sealing Concept January 2006

  GKN Driveline has developed new flexible sealing and protection ‘boots’ for constant velocity joints (CVJs) that significantly improve component durability and life. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Announces Two Technology Breakthroughs November 2005

  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. Read More »

• Poland at the heart of GKN plc's global manufacturing strategy October 2005

  Global engineering company GKN plc today predicted a bright future for its automotive component plant in Olesnica, Poland. Read More »

• Change of company name for Tochigi Fuji Sangyo KK September 2005

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline Driveshafts launches a sector leading new generation tripod plunging joints: GI-3 September 2005

  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. Read More »

• European first for GKN Driveline’s ‘Super LSD’ June 2005

  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. Read More »

• GKN Driveline extends 4x4 technology on new Range Rover Sport May 2005

  GKN Driveline has demonstrated its newly enhanced systems and component capability on Land Rover’s new Range Rover Sport. Read More »

• GKN Plans Further Automotive Expansion in China April 2005

  GKN plans to further expand its automotive presence in China this year with a new joint-venture to produce engine components in Henan province. Read More »

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