BorgWarner to Showcase eGearDrive(TM) Expertise at 2008 EDTA Conference & Exposition

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., December 1, 2008: BorgWarner's electric propulsion expertise in eGearDrive(TM) systems will be showcased at the 2008 Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) Conference & Exposition, December 2 - 4, at the Washington D.C. Convention Center.

"With the trend toward vehicle electrification, BorgWarner is applying its years of expertise to deliver robust and highly efficient electric drive gearbox solutions," said Dan CasaSanta, President and General Manager, BorgWarner TorqTransfer Systems. "As a global leader in advanced front-wheel and rear-wheel based all-wheel drive technology, we are proud to showcase our capabilities in electric and hybrid vehicles at this important event."

eGearDrive(TM) systems provide primary drive for front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive based electric vehicles and series type hybrid electric vehicles, as well as launch assist, energy recovery, and AWD performance for the secondary-driven axle on any type of vehicle.

BorgWarner's eGearDrive(TM) systems deliver high torque capacity, high efficiency, and low noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) in a compact package, including optional electronic disconnect and park systems, and available electronic limited-slip differential control or full torque vectoring.

BorgWarner's eGearDrive(TM) system is featured on the Tesla Roadster electric vehicle and is among the most advanced next-generation technologies, available as part of BorgWarner's torque management portfolio.

BorgWarner TorqTransfer Systems is a leading global designer and producer of torque distribution and management systems.