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Delphi remains leader in first-to-market braking expansion initiatives utilising the latest OE engineering and technology solutions
Release Date: October 11, 2011

Delphi Braking Systems Available Within Six Months of New Vehicle Launches Focus on New Vehicle Technology Delphi remains leader in first-to-market braking expansion initiatives utilising the latest OE engineering and technology solutions

PARIS — Delphi Automotive is expanding its aftermarket braking system portfolio with a focus on new vehicle technology including hybrid, electric vehicle, diesel and petrol applications. As part of Delphi's commitment to delivering safety-critical, OE quality brake discs and pads within six months of a new vehicle launch, the company now has 260 new parts numbers in stock and an additional 150 parts planned for the fourth quarter 2011. The pads, discs, shoes, hoses, hydraulics, ABS sensors and accessories — many first to market — cover popular applications like Citroën DS3, Nissan Juke, Kia Venga, Chevrolet Spark and Hyundai i20.

"Our first-to-market product development continues to align with the OEM's new vehicle launches, which includes electric vehicles and hybrids," said Gaël Escribe, vice president, independent aftermarket, Delphi Product & Service Solutions, Europe, Middle East and Africa "With a legacy of more than 100 years of OE heritage, we are committed to delivering our OE innovations into the aftermarket. It's part of our OE DNA; not only to provide products from when the car was originally produced, but throughout the life of the vehicle."

All Delphi products undergo stringent testing and development. From the start, Delphi develops products to conform to Production Part Verification (PPV) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). PPV confirms the part being produced performs exactly as the prototype was designed, while PPAP ensures every part meets all of the requirements defined in the engineering samples.

Additional laboratory tests include density, shear, compressibility, hot compressibility, heat transfer and swell testing. Delphi brake pads also undergo outside testing to include AK Master European standard, test, the Auto Motor und Sport (AMS) test, noise dyno analysis, Alpine testing, high speed autobahn testing, the FMVSS, as we all Ameca testing (to fulfill US testing requirements). In accordance with European legislation, Delphi also has ECE R90 approval on its brake pads.

Delphi ABS sensors undergo strict testing to include being heat soaked to 175 degrees and -40 degrees, as well as thermal fatigue and endurance tests carried out in a salt spray environment. During the testing, sensors are subjected to contact with engine oil, transmission fluid, anti-freeze and car wash detergents to ensure no adverse reactions. All connectors on terminal are plated to resist corrosion, and the cable gauge in magnetic coils and connectors are designed to ensure OE signatures to the ECU. Delphi ABS sensors include a two year warranty.

Delphi's complete product range can be found on Tecdoc, where the company is a certified "A class" supplier of product data. The products are also featured in the Delphi's braking catalogue.

About Delphi

Delphi is a leading global supplier of electronics and technologies for automotive, commercial vehicle and other market segments. Operating major technical centers, manufacturing sites and customer support facilities in 30 countries, Delphi delivers real-world innovations that make products smarter and safer as well as more powerful and efficient.www.delphi.com.

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