AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan.
29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- BorgWarner, a global product
leader in clean and efficient technology solutions for combustion,
hybrid and electric vehicles, celebrated the opening of its
expanded facility in Kakkalur, India. With its leading-edge production line
for advanced engine timing and variable cam timing (VCT) systems,
the expanded plant meets the increasing demand on the steadily
growing Indian automotive market for meeting BS VI norms, while
preparing to supply the growing Southeast Asian automotive market.
With a total area of 43,300 square feet (4,023 square meters),
the facility now includes engineering, manufacturing and office
areas as well as warehouse space.
"The automotive industry in India is growing quickly, as many leading
automakers have production facilities here. With the expansion of
our plant in Kakkalur, we serve them with localized manufacturing
to meet their increasing demand for innovative and efficient
technologies," said Joel Wiegert,
President and General Manager, BorgWarner Morse Systems. "By
strengthening our presence in this important market, we are
reinforcing our position as a global leader in clean and efficient
propulsion solutions."
Located in the Tiruvallur district about 30 miles from
Chennai, BorgWarner's expanded
facility provides class-leading design, simulation, testing and
manufacturing capabilities. A highly-skilled in-house engineering
team supports customers from initial design through production,
enabling the production of optimized, high-performance engine
timing and VCT systems. In the newly built area of the plant,
BorgWarner will begin a new production line for the company's VCT
technology to help vehicle manufacturers improve fuel economy,
reliability and engine efficiency.
The new addition to the production facility opened during a
festive event attended by BorgWarner executives and employees as
well as the local media. Traditional ceremonies such as a ribbon
cutting, tree planting and customary prayers took place to wish the
facility prosperity. This was followed by a plant tour, a meeting
for media representatives and an inaugural meeting with all
employees on site.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a
global product leader in clean and efficient technology solutions
for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. With manufacturing
and technical facilities in 66 locations in 18 countries, the
company employs approximately 29,000 worldwide. For more
information, please visit borgwarner.com.
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