AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Oct. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/
-- BorgWarner's second year as the official turbocharger
supplier of the IZOD IndyCar® Series reinforced its
reputation for durability and powerful performance. BorgWarner's
EFR (Engineered For Racing) turbochargers maintained their
no-incident track record after logging nearly 450,000 miles during
practice, test, qualifying and race events over two complete IZOD
IndyCar Series seasons. EFR turbochargers also boosted the 2012
U.S. Time Attack and 2013 World Time Attack champions as well as
the American Le Mans Series LMP2 champion for 2011, 2012 and 2013,
all without incident.
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"From INDYCAR to Time Attack, high-revving vehicles endure
punishing thermal stresses, vibration and pressure. BorgWarner's
latest EFR turbochargers deliver a winning combination of quick
response, powerful performance and reliable durability even in
these extreme environments," said Frederic Lissalde, President and
General Manager, BorgWarner Turbo Systems. "Our solid track record
reinforces BorgWarner's reputation in materials expertise,
aerodynamic techniques and innovative engineering. We are pleased
to contribute to the success of these racing professionals."
With a range of units supporting 225 to 1,000 horsepower per
turbocharger, BorgWarner's EFR Series offers an unprecedented
combination of advanced technologies designed to boost the
performance of downsized engines while improving fuel economy.
Streamlined EFR turbochargers for the IZOD IndyCar Series feature
low-weight, race-proven Gamma-Ti turbine wheels and shaft
assemblies for quick boost response. Patent-pending ceramic ball
bearings increase thrust capacity and durability while improving
turbine efficiency at low expansion ratios. The investment cast
stainless steel turbine housing also increases efficiency, improves
durability and resists corrosion. For more information, visit
borgwarnerboosted.com.
BorgWarner's latest EFR turbocharging technology will be
featured at the 2013 SEMA Show, the world's premier automotive
specialty performance products trade event, held in Las Vegas on November 5
- 8.
About BorgWarner
Auburn
Hills, Michigan-based BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a
technology leader in highly engineered components and systems for
powertrain applications worldwide. Operating manufacturing and
technical facilities in 56 locations in 19 countries, the company
develops products to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and
enhance performance. Customers include VW/Audi, Ford, Toyota,
Renault/Nissan, General Motors, Hyundai/Kia, Daimler, Chrysler,
Fiat, BMW, Honda, John Deere, PSA, and MAN. For more information,
please visit borgwarner.com.
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trademark of pVH Corp, used with permission.
SOURCE BorgWarner