New Non Destructive Testing Method helps major vehicle manufacturer to significantly reduce CO2 emissions

Nuremberg, Germany, May 29, 2012… Federal-Mogul Corporation is using a novel two-dimensional (2D) ultrasonic analysis system to produce high performance pistons that enable a substantial further step in diesel engine downsizing. In its first application, the greatly improved cooling capability of the company’s “raised gallery” piston allowed a Federal-Mogul customer to introduce a series of measures that achieved a CO2 reduction of up to 30 percent compared with the previous generation engine without raised gallery pistons. The first production application of Federal-Mogul’s raised gallery piston also delivers a specific power increase of 25 percent, keeping the piston at temperatures much lower than the acceptable limit of 400°C. In the same conditions, a standard piston’s bowl rim stresses are 43 percent higher and its temperature reaches 440°C, close to the metal’s melting point.

Enhances Position as Leading Supplier of Automotive Electrical / Electronic Architecture

Expands Portfolio of High-Growth Electronic Connectors

Further Strengthens Delphi’s Premier Customer Base and Enhances Footprint in Fast-Growing Markets

Provides Significant Opportunity to Accelerate Long-Term Sales and Earnings Growth

$0.24 Accretive to Earnings per Share in 2013

Gillingham, Kent UK – May 24, 2012 – Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) announced today that it has entered into exclusive negotiations and has made a binding offer to acquire FCI Group’s (“FCI”) Motorized Vehicles Division (“MVL”).  MVL is a leading global manufacturer of automotive connection systems with a focus on high-value, leading technology applications.  The transaction is valued at €765 million on a cash and debt-free basis (approximately $972 million at current exchange rates) and is expected to close by year-end 2012, subject to acceptance of the offer and regulatory approvals.  Delphi expects the transaction to be $0.24 accretive to 2013 earnings per share, excluding acquisition-related costs.

Optimised design reduces weight, offers improved durability and thermal management benefits

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 23, 2012…Federal-Mogul Corporation (NASDAQ:FDML) has enhanced its innovative line of Thermflex® exhaust insulating sleeves. The optimised design can now be tailored to fit any combination of exhaust pipe and tube geometries, helping to increase efficiency of a vehicle’s exhaust system, while protecting sensitive nearby vehicle components. Additionally, the unique flexible manufacturing process produces an exhaust sleeve that is application-specific, eliminating the need for custom tooling. 

Substantial investment will support initial industrialisation of Torotrak technology

Leyland, 21 May 2012 – Gearless traction drive company Torotrak PLC (LSE: TRK) has signed a co-operation and licence agreement with Univance Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of passenger and industrial vehicle transmission units and other automotive parts headquartered in Japan. The new non–exclusive license agreement allows Univance to develop, manufacture and supply core variator components (discs and rollers) and variator assemblies to Torotrak licensees.

Twenty four semi-finalists participate in practical and theoretical tests at new Delphi training facility;
Ninth annual competition gives top UK technicians a chance to win £2,500 at finals in May.

WARWICK, U.K. — Delphi (NYSE: DLPH) recently hosted the ninth annual ‘Top Technician 2012’ competition at its new training centre here. During the event 24 semi-finalist technicians competed in a half day of practical and theoretical assessments. The annual competition, hosted by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), was created in 2003 to recognise and reward the best vehicle technicians in the UK.

SAGINAW, Mich. – Global automotive supplier Nexteer Automotive announced the appointment of Laurent Bresson to chief operating officer, effective immediately.   Bresson, previously senior vice president and COO of Nexteer’s international division, will now move his operating responsibilities to a global level.  Robert Remenar, president and CEO of Nexteer, made the announcement this morning.

Delphi extends OE expertise to its European network and customers through training facility; Courses include training on thermal, electronics, braking, diesel, diagnostics, steering and suspension systems

WARWICK, U.K. — Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) recently updated its training centre in Warwick, U.K. to provide a state-of-the-art learning environment for global customers – including franchise technical staff – as well as support the promotion of its Hartridge test equipment and advanced diagnostics capabilities. 

Tata Motors European Technical Centre plc (TMETC) has chosen Integrate, the managed service brand of Jonathan Lee to be the master vendor for permanent and contract recruitment for its four Midlands sites as they prepare for imminent expansion. The managed recruitment service will help TMETC to attract and retain high calibre staff in a competitive market while matching recruitment capacity to the increase in business demand.

Federal-Mogul’s steering and suspension range will feature alongside unique-to-MOOG isometric exploded drawings making parts selection easier

Bradford, UK, 8 May 2012... Federal-Mogul Aftermarket U.K. Limited has extended its OE-quality MOOG® steering and suspension components range in the popular MAM Autocat+ online cataloguing system. MOOG’s product range covers up to 96% of the European vehicle parc and is supported with isometric exploded drawings unique to the brand, which helps users identify the correct part quickly.

World-class facility supports localisation of suspension technologies for premium vehicles

Beijing– Global braking and chassis systems specialist BWI Group has opened a new plant in Fangshan, Beijing to support demand in China for premium vehicles. The 71,000m² facility has started production of front struts and rear dampers for a Chinese joint venture with a premium vehicle manufacturer. A second, similar programme is due to launch in June.