Visteon Contributes to Powertrain, Engine Cooling and Navigation System on Ford Escape Hybrid
June 17 2004 - 1:00PM
PR Newswire (US)
Visteon Contributes to Powertrain, Engine Cooling and Navigation
System on Ford Escape Hybrid DEARBORN, Mich., June 17
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Visteon Corporation (NYSE:VC) is
supplying several components and systems for the 2005 Escape
Hybrid, Ford Motor Co.'s first hybrid-electric vehicle. (Logo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) Visteon's
contributions to the Escape Hybrid include the front-end cooling
module, which integrates three heat exchangers within existing
package space. A low temperature radiator assures motor electronics
are kept cool. A hi- capacity condenser, along with the latest in
thin radiators, assures all cooling functions: engine cooling,
electronics cooling and battery cooling. A battery chiller
maintains optimum battery cell temperature to maximize efficiency
and life. The powertrain control module analyzes sensor signals to
make instantaneous decisions to optimize powertrain performance,
fuel economy and emissions. Visteon also supplies the navigation
head unit. Visteon's Navigation Radio integrates an audiophile
radio with a navigation system in a single box with a 3.8-inch by
5-inch screen. Navigation Radio provides accurate route guidance
with graphic and voice directions. The Escape Hybrid's Navigation
Radio has special screens for monitoring energy flow and fuel
economy. They allow the driver to see the energy direction and
intensity through easy-to- understand icons for the engine, battery
and electric motor. Visteon Corporation is a leading full-service
supplier that delivers consumer-driven technology solutions to
automotive manufacturers worldwide and through multiple channels
within the global automotive aftermarket. Visteon has about 72,000
employees and a global delivery system of more than 200 technical,
manufacturing, sales and service facilities located in 25
countries. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO
DATASOURCE: Visteon Corporation CONTACT: Media Inquiries: Robin
Pannecouk, +1-313-755-9121, , or Greg Gardner, +1-313-755-0927, ,
both of Visteon Corporation Web site: http://www.visteon.com/
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