BorgWarner expects production of its dual-clutch transmission modules to increase
500% over the next six years, a key driver of the company's growth. At
full-launch of announced programs under contract in 2012-2013, the company
will be providing its innovative DualTronic(R) technology to an expected
2.3 million dual-clutch transmissions per year. Fewer than 450,000
dual-clutch transmissions a year are produced today, all of which have
BorgWarner modules.
This dramatic growth will be driven by BorgWarner's first-to-market
position in dual-clutch transmission technology with awarded business from
transmission and vehicle makers around the world. These include programs
with VW, Audi, Bugatti, SAIC, and a Japanese automaker. BorgWarner is also
a key supplier to Getrag programs with five global automakers.
"BorgWarner's introduction of dual-clutch transmission technology into
the growing automatic transmission market has provided automakers worldwide
with opportunities for tangible fuel economy enhancements, emissions
reductions and performance benefits," said Dr. Bernd Matthes, President and
General Manager, BorgWarner Transmission Systems. "With legislation driving
issues like fuel economy and emissions reduction, and consumers looking for
performance and drivability enhancement, the demand for dual-clutch
transmissions is increasing."
BorgWarner continues to be first to market with dual-clutch innovations
and will be introducing next generation technology as its customers launch
future programs. In addition, BorgWarner is developing a new concept dual-
clutch transmission for emerging markets.
BorgWarner has led the globalization of dual-clutch transmission
technology for ten years with awarded business in Europe, North America and
Asia. BorgWarner DualTronic clutch and transmission control technology
enables a conventional, manual gearbox to function as a fully automatic
transmission while delivering improved fuel efficiency and a fun-to-drive
experience. Global manufacturing capacity for BorgWarner dual-clutch
transmission modules will be supported by expansion of its facilities in
Germany and China, and a new facility in Mexico.