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Warn Industries Honored by Ford Motor Co.
For Durability Improvement
to System that Yields
Gas Mileage Advancements
CLACKAMAS, Ore. (May 8, 2006) - Warn Industries received one
of Ford Motor Co.'s highest honors on May 3 when it was presented with a World
Excellence Award from the automaker for impacting customer satisfaction in the
area of fuel economy.
More than 150 of Ford's largest suppliers from 17 countries attended
the eighth annual World Excellence Awards held in Dearborn, Mich. Overall, 60
honors were presented in three categories - Gold, Silver and Recognition of Achievement.
Warn Industries was one of just nine Ford suppliers who received a Recognition of
Achievement Award for impacting customer satisfaction, and was the only supplier
recognized for improving high mileage durability of a Ford vehicle.
"I am extremely humbled to accept this tremendous award on behalf of our entire
organization," said Warn Industries President Tom Giacomini. "Our Powertrain
Division is focused on delivering innovative disconnect solutions that both improve the
fuel economy of light trucks and improve customer satisfaction. This award would not
have been possible without the countless hours of determined work at Warn Industries
and the overwhelming support from our Ford engineering, supplier technical support
and purchasing partners."
Tony Brown, Ford senior vice president, Global Purchasing, presented the awards at the
ceremony. Other Ford executives in attendance included Chairman and CEO William Ford,
and Executive Vice President and President of The Americas Mark Fields.
"Our World Excellence Award-winning suppliers are integral in our ability to address the
needs of our customers today and tomorrow," said Brown. "We are grateful for their
ceaseless concentration on delivering value."
Ford F-250 and F-350 customers who ordered Warn Industries' Pulse Vacuum Hub Lock
(PVH) system on their 2005 vehicles realized a healthy 1 mpg improvement in fuel
economy at highway speeds while in 4x2 mode, according to company research.
The patented PVH system, with its unique manual override capability, automatically
engages/disengages the F-250 and F-350 hubs when the driver shifts the transfer
case to and from 4WD mode. The electronic control signal triggers a control valve
that sends vacuum to the wheel-ends, subsequently triggering a latching mechanism
which lock in the hubs - an approach that ensures the
best engagement time and time again.
All 2005 F-450 and F-550 4x4 models were equipped with Warn Industries' manual hub
locks (MLH), which the company has provided to automakers and consumers for more
than 50 years.
"Warn Industries is committed to continuing its growth with Ford Motor Co. and is
optimistic about the possibility of securing future platforms in addition to our
current business on the Ford Super Duty, F-150, Expedition and Navigator," said
Giacomini. "Our focus on fuel savings and 4WD/AWD disconnect solutions for global
auto manufacturers has positioned our company for future growth in light of the high gas
prices that appear to be here to stay."
About Warn Industries
Warn Industries is the world's most recognized brand in off-road products such
as hub locks and vehicle recovery winches. As a result of its close working
relationships with Ford, General Motors and DaimlerChrysler, Warn Industries
is also a Tier 1 supplier of powertrain products specified on the leading
domestic automobiles, SUVs and pickup trucks. Further, Warn Industries continues
to develop an international presence in Pacific Rim countries by working with Kia,
Hyundai, Nissan, and Ssangyong. Warn Industries employs more than 600
people in and around Portland, Ore., Livonia, Mich., The Netherlands and Saltillo,
Mexico.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Gary Rubin, PR Manager
503-786-4423
pressinquiry@warn.com
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