Schaeffler at NAIAS 2018: Global Supplier to Present Current and Future Technologies Addressing Mobility for Tomorrow

DETROIT, Jan. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The auto industry is experiencing one of the most exciting periods in its history. Technologies are continuing to develop at a rapid pace and innovative breakthroughs are changing all manner of concepts for both cars and the world's mobility culture. At the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), Schaeffler will present its portfolio of technologies and products in three key mobility areas: energy-efficient drive technologies; drive train electrification; and a holistic analysis of the energy chain.

During NAIAS's Press Preview, Schaeffler will host a press conference at 8:10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 15 in the Ambassador Ballroom (room 360 on the third level) of Cobo Center in Detroit. During the press event, Schaeffler executives will discuss:

• The three key aspects of the global supplier's Mobility for tomorrow strategy;

• Its global strategy to address the unique requirements of autonomous vehicles;

• Anticipated 2018 global and North American growth and production plans; and

• How its successful involvement in Formula E motorsports is driving research, development and testing of new technologies for passenger vehicles, among other topics.

In addition to approximately 30 engine, transmission and chassis displays, including its Glass Car centerpiece, Schaeffler's exhibit will highlight its environmentally friendly drive systems, including:

• Electrification solutions that integrate Schaeffler's 48-volt system into the engine-transmission unit and axle;

• Hybrid innovations for the next-generation high-voltage hybrid module and electric axle; and

• Internal combustion engine developments, including a second-generation thermal management module, electric camshaft adjustor, hydraulic-switchable valve tappet and dual-mass flywheel with an integrated pendulum-type absorber.

Schaeffler will also present a holistic and sustainable approach that includes the entire well-to-wheel chain from the generation and storage of energy, through to mobile energy use in environmentally friendly vehicle drives. As an integrated automotive and industrial supplier, Schaeffler is positioned along the entire energy chain and has defined a correspondingly broad product portfolio that it will highlight at NAIAS.

Media interested in attending Schaeffler press conference can register by contacting Adriana VanDuyn at [email protected].

About Schaeffler

The Schaeffler Group is a global automotive and industrial supplier. Top quality, outstanding technology, and exceptionally innovative spirit form the basis for the continued success of the company. By delivering high-precision components and systems in engine, transmission, and chassis applications, as well as rolling and plain bearing solutions for a large number of industrial applications, the Schaeffler Group is already shaping "Mobility for tomorrow" to a significant degree. The technology company generated sales of approximately EUR 13.3 billion in 2016. With around 89,400 employees, Schaeffler is one of the world's largest family companies and, with approximately 170 locations in over 50 countries, has a worldwide network of manufacturing locations, research and development facilities, and sales companies.

Schaeffler is a recognized development partner for global automakers and suppliers. To serve the North American automotive market, Schaeffler operates development centers in: Troy, Mich.; Fort Mill, S.C.; Wooster, Ohio; and Puebla, Mexico. The company's 600 North American engineers and technicians, who are supported by a team of more than 6,700 global R&D engineers, drive development in the region by utilizing state-of-the-art test and measurement equipment, computational tools and CAD systems. Schaeffler Automotive has headquarters in Fort Mill and manufacturing facilities in: South Carolina; Missouri; Ohio; Ontario, Canada; Puebla and Irapuato, Mexico. For more information, please visit www.schaeffler.us. 

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