BorgWarner Supplies Advanced Technologies for the 2015 Green Car Of The Year® and Four Of Green Car Journal’s Top 5 for 2015

Auburn Hills, Michigan, December 9, 2014 – BorgWarner produces its advanced technologies for the 2015 Green Car of the Year®, the BMW i3, as well as four of the Green Car Journal’s Top 5 for 2015. For the Audi A3 TDI, BMW i3, Honda Fit and Volkswagen Golf, BorgWarner provides one or more of the following technologies: silent chains for engines and oil pump drives, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves, EGR coolers, instant start system glow plugs, pressure sensor glow plugs, thermostats, ignition coils, all-wheel drive couplings, and dual clutch and mechatronic control modules for dual-clutch transmissions.

“This year’s finalists employ a variety of powertrains to deliver a broad choice of environmentally friendly vehicles to consumers. BorgWarner’s innovative technologies improve fuel economy, emissions and performance for all types of powertrains for a cleaner, more energy efficient world,” said James R. Verrier, President and Chief Executive Officer, BorgWarner. “Congratulations to BMW, as well as this year’s finalists for this prestigious industry recognition.”

Sponsored by the Green Car Journal, the 10th annual Green Car of the Year awards are widely recognized as the automotive industry’s most important environmental honor. Editors consider all vehicles, fuels and technologies, and finalists are selected based on environmental performance and market availability. Winners are announced during the annual Los Angeles Auto Show.

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