BorgWarner Supplies Ward's '10 Best Engines 2008'

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 28, 2008 -- The BorgWarner Engine Group supplies systems and components for four of the "10 Best Engines 2008" selected by Ward's Auto World, including:

  -- Audi FSI 2.0L turbocharged DOHC I-4 (Audi A3)
  -- Daimler 3.0L DOHC V-6 Turbodiesel (Mercedes E320 CDI)
  -- Ford 4.6L SOHC V-8 (Mustang Shelby GT/Bullitt)
  -- Mazda 2.3L DISI turbocharged DOHC I-4 (Mazdaspeed3)

Turbochargers, engine timing systems, oil pumps, and BERU instant start systems are some of the technologies BorgWarner produces for engines on the distinguished list.

"About 70% of our global business is built on systems and components for engines. We are proud to contribute the important benefits of fuel economy, reduced emissions and enhanced performance to these notable powertrains," said Tim Manganello, BorgWarner Chairman and CEO. "Congratulations to our winning customers -- Audi, Daimler, Ford and Mazda."

Over the past 14 years, the Ward's 10 Best Engines program has built a reputation as the auto industry's annual barometer of powertrain expertise. Nominations for the award are limited to engines that are available in regular-production, U.S. models on sale no later than the first quarter of 2008 with a base price of no more than $54,000.

Auburn Hills, Michigan-based BorgWarner Inc. is a product leader in highly engineered components and systems for vehicle powertrain applications worldwide. The FORTUNE 500 company operates manufacturing and technical facilities in 64 locations in 17 countries. Customers include VW/Audi, Ford, Toyota, Renault/Nissan, General Motors, Hyundai/Kia, Daimler, Chrysler, Fiat, BMW, Honda, John Deere, PSA, and MAN. The Internet address for BorgWarner is: http://www.borgwarner.com/.