Dana Supplying Propshafts, Thermal Technology for New Nissan Rogue Crossover Vehicle
TOLEDO, OH — Dana Corp. has announced that it is supplying propshafts and auxiliary transmission oil coolers for the new Nissan Rogue crossover vehicle. "Dana is proud of its affiliation with Nissan, which today ranks as one of our largest automotive customers," said Michael Burns, Dana chairman and CEO. "Through collaboration with Nissan engineers, we
GKN Driveline Torque Technology is Awarded First Chery Contract
GKN Driveline Torque Technology has been awarded a contract to supply power transfer units (PTUs) to Chery, China’s largest independent car manufacturer. The contract is for an SUV due for launch in 2009. The new PTU is planned to be assembled at GKN Driveline Torque Technology’s new Kangkiao manufacturing facility. Components will be primarily sourced in China, except for the hypoid gear set, which will be produced in the company’s Nagoya facility in Japan.
GKN Driveline Continues To Expand in India
GKN Driveline has announced plans to expand its presence in India, by building a new factory for the manufacture of sideshafts, including a state-of-the-art test center, near Chennai. GKN Driveline will invest nearly $27.9 million in the new plant that will go into production at the beginning of next year. The plant will have a capacity of 600,000 vehicle sets.
GKN Driveline Introduces New Technology Aimed at Improving Performance
Vehicle makers plan to introduce “breakthrough” technology from GKN Driveline designed to provide lighter driveshaft components, improved fuel economy and better overall vehicle performance.
Dana Corporation to Supply Advanced Drivetrain, Sealing Systems for Redesigned Ford Explorer
Dana Corporation announced recently that it will supply the front axle assembly, as well as driveshafts and advanced sealing technologies, for the 2006 Ford Explorer.
GKN Driveline Acquires Velcon in Mexico
GKN Driveline has acquired full ownership of Celaya, Mexico-based Velcon, a joint venture company formed in 1979 by GKN and Grupo DESC, one of Mexico’s largest industrial companies. GKN has held a 49 percent share in the joint venture since it was established in 1979. The new GKN Driveline operating unit will be called GKN Driveline Celaya.
TrakMotive Introduces 134 New Numbers
The new part numbers include automotive CV axles, ATV CV axles, intermediate shafts and drive shafts.
TrakMotive Introduces 187 New Numbers
The new part numbers include automotive CV axles, ATV CV axles, drive shafts and one intermediate shaft.
TrakMotive Introduces 18 New Part Numbers
The new part numbers include CV axles, intermediate shafts, drive shafts and turbochargers.
SKF Aims to Strengthen Vehicle Aftermarket Business with Italian Acquisition
SKF has signed an agreement to acquire GLO s.r.I and its manufacturing operation in Italy. In 2007, GLO had sales of approximately $25 million. The company, which has about 50 employees, manufactures constant velocity joints and drive shafts. SKF is acquiring GLO from Metaldyne. SKF said the acquisition will broaden its existing product range and strengthen its presence primarily for the vehicle aftermarket in Europe.