Twenty four semi-finalists participate in practical and theoretical tests at new Delphi training facility;
Ninth annual competition gives top UK technicians a chance to win £2,500 at finals in May.

WARWICK, U.K. — Delphi (NYSE: DLPH) recently hosted the ninth annual ‘Top Technician 2012’ competition at its new training centre here. During the event 24 semi-finalist technicians competed in a half day of practical and theoretical assessments. The annual competition, hosted by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), was created in 2003 to recognise and reward the best vehicle technicians in the UK.

SAGINAW, Mich. – Global automotive supplier Nexteer Automotive announced the appointment of Laurent Bresson to chief operating officer, effective immediately.   Bresson, previously senior vice president and COO of Nexteer’s international division, will now move his operating responsibilities to a global level.  Robert Remenar, president and CEO of Nexteer, made the announcement this morning.

Delphi extends OE expertise to its European network and customers through training facility; Courses include training on thermal, electronics, braking, diesel, diagnostics, steering and suspension systems

WARWICK, U.K. — Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) recently updated its training centre in Warwick, U.K. to provide a state-of-the-art learning environment for global customers – including franchise technical staff – as well as support the promotion of its Hartridge test equipment and advanced diagnostics capabilities. 

Tata Motors European Technical Centre plc (TMETC) has chosen Integrate, the managed service brand of Jonathan Lee to be the master vendor for permanent and contract recruitment for its four Midlands sites as they prepare for imminent expansion. The managed recruitment service will help TMETC to attract and retain high calibre staff in a competitive market while matching recruitment capacity to the increase in business demand.

Federal-Mogul’s steering and suspension range will feature alongside unique-to-MOOG isometric exploded drawings making parts selection easier

Bradford, UK, 8 May 2012... Federal-Mogul Aftermarket U.K. Limited has extended its OE-quality MOOG® steering and suspension components range in the popular MAM Autocat+ online cataloguing system. MOOG’s product range covers up to 96% of the European vehicle parc and is supported with isometric exploded drawings unique to the brand, which helps users identify the correct part quickly.

World-class facility supports localisation of suspension technologies for premium vehicles

Beijing– Global braking and chassis systems specialist BWI Group has opened a new plant in Fangshan, Beijing to support demand in China for premium vehicles. The 71,000m² facility has started production of front struts and rear dampers for a Chinese joint venture with a premium vehicle manufacturer. A second, similar programme is due to launch in June.

Company recognized for innovative two-dimensional ultrasonic testing process for raised gallery pistons; hybrid liner technology a finalist

Wiesbaden, Germany, April 27, 2012 … Federal-Mogul Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML) was the recipient of a 2012 Automotive News PACE™ Awards at a black-tie ceremony on April 23 in Detroit. The prestigious award recognizes automotive suppliers for superior innovation, technological advancement and business performance.

Company holds more PACE awards than any other supplier

DETROIT – Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) was awarded two Automotive News PACE (Premier Automotive Suppliers’ Contribution to Excellence) Awards at a ceremony held here last night. Delphi holds 15 PACE Awards, more than any other company.

Details of Delphi’s approach to be described alongside the presentation of
a new common rail system for small engines

VIENNA – Delphi Automotive (NYSE: DLPH) has developed a breakthrough in common rail fuel system technology for heavy-duty diesel engines. The systems, which will be discussed during the 33^rd Vienna Motor Symposium (April 26-27) in the technical paper “Development of High-Pressure Common Rail Systems Incorporating Advanced Electronic Control Strategies for Future Heavy-Duty Vehicles,” combine proven hardware with an innovative architecture, allowing vehicle manufacturers to meet tough Euro VI emissions standards without significant modification to their base engines.

Brighouse, West Yorkshire – Specialist oil blender Millers Oils has been awarded the Queen’s Award for International Trade. The prestigious business award is in recognition of the exceptional international growth the company has experienced in the past three years. Millers Oils will proudly display the award emblem for the next five years. The award will be officially presented by the Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire.