Specifically, BorgWarner will provide collated friction packs and roller one-way clutch assemblies for the new generation of six-speed front-wheel drive automatic transmissions from the Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group
"As the first production transmission designed from the ground up by the Hyundai/Kia Motor Group, this marks a new era for Hyundai and Kia," said John Sanderson, President and General Manager, BorgWarner Drivetrain Systems.
"Hyundai and Kia are relying on our 20-year partnership and BorgWarner's advanced technology to launch this breakthrough transmission. We look forward to continuing to support Hyundai and Kia's success as a major global automotive manufacturer."
The first model to benefit from the collaboration was the Hyundai Grandeur/Azera sedan which was released earlier this year. Several models featuring the new transmission family will be launched in the future, including Hyundai's new Tucson, Sonata and Santa Fe, as well as Kia's new Sorento and Borrego (Mohave).
"BorgWarner's quality assurance programs, including computerized statistical process control and operator licensing, were developed internally and have become the benchmark for best manufacturing practices in Korea," remarked Hwan Hur, President and Representative Director at BorgWarner, Eumsung. "We are very proud that Hyundai arranges for other tier one suppliers to visit the BorgWarner plant in Eumsung to observe and learn from our manufacturing expertise."
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