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GKN Driveline Components to Be on 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

TOCHIGI, Japan-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - GKN Driveline Torque Technology will supply key driveline components, including an upgraded power transfer unit (PTU), for the all-new, highly-acclaimed 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution RS.

Known as the “Active Center Differential,” GKN Driveline’s PTU provides industry-leading torque capacity to the high-end version of the 2009 Lancer Evolution. Equipped with an enhanced multi-plate limited slip differential (LSD) with active yaw control (AYC), the car achieves 311 foot-pounds (422 Nm) of torque at 3,500 rpm or for European Union specifications, 270 ft.-lbs. (366 Nm) at 3,500 rpm.

“For the 2009 Lancer Evolution, Mitsubishi Motors wanted to significantly improve the car’s drive and handling dynamics with an advanced, cutting-edge driveline system,” said Graeme Walford, managing director, GKN Driveline Torque Technology. “The PTU featured on the Lancer Evolution enables increased power and torque, while fitting within the same package size as the previous model."

GKN Driveline’s high-performance PTU manages more than 590 ft.-lbs. of torque. Compact and lightweight, the unit includes built-in helical LSD for the front wheels and an electronically-controlled, hydraulically-actuated clutch pack in the transmission that acts on the center differential.

"The new Lancer Evolution unit is the highest-performance PTU in the world," Graeme Walford added. “GKN Driveline offers unique products for our customers seeking advanced vehicle dynamics in such competition-bred cars.”

GKN Driveline’s rear multi-plate LSD active yaw control significantly enhances the dynamics of the Lancer Evolution while improving traction and stability. GKN Driveline’s highly durable LSD provides a superior response and higher mechanical efficiency.

About GKN Driveline

GKN Driveline is the world leader in the design and production of driveline components. Producing systems and components for the smallest ultra low-cost vehicle to the most sophisticated four-wheel-drive model, GKN Driveline has the products to achieve the optimum driveline solution. With these products come technical expertise and an understanding of all aspects that affect vehicle dynamics and how these can be optimized for weight and performance improvement.

Every year, 72 million cars and light trucks are produced for the world’s roads. For every vehicle, in every country, the challenge is always the same: to transmit power from the engine to the wheels in the most efficient, economical and reliable way possible.

GKN Driveline designs, builds and supplies the most extensive and widely-used range of driveline components in the automotive industry. It covers every application from entry level front-wheel-drive vehicles to the most sophisticated four-wheel-drive vehicles. As an engineering business with extensive automotive experience and a global resource network, GKN Driveline delivers solutions quickly, economically and efficiently – from drawing through to full-scale production.

The company is a true partner to the world automotive industry. Multi-talented, multilingual global account teams work closely with each and every customer to develop a clear understanding of their requirements – and then deliver optimum solutions accurately engineered to all specifications.

GKN Driveline is a global tier-one supplier of vehicle driveline components and systems with annual sales of $4 billion (£2 billion, €3 billion). The company has 21,000 employees and 40 facilities in 30 countries.

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