Dana Expands Production of All-Wheel-Drive Axle Systems to Support Additional Ford, Lincoln Vehicle Programs in China
Dana recently began producing its award-winning Spicer AdvanTEK Ultra™ axles with Spicer SmartConnect™ disconnecting all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems for the
The drive units take advantage of Dana's ultra-efficient Spicer®
"Advanced drive technologies are enabling impressive gains in performance, fuel efficiency, and ride and handling for today's vehicles," said
Spicer AdvanTEK Ultra™ Axle
Engineered for vans, crossovers, SUVs, and other light vehicles, the Spicer AdvanTEK Ultra axle delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency across all torques, speeds, and temperatures without tradeoffs for durability or comfort. It leverages ultra-low viscosity lubricants while maintaining gear durability and life to achieve up to a 45-percent reduction in energy loss compared with a typical axle.
Axles are traditionally designed to durability specifications, which is followed by engineers calculating the thinnest oil that may be used without sacrificing component life. Dana engineers reversed the process for the Spicer AdvanTEK Ultra axle by first defining the specifications for an ideal ultra-low viscosity lubricant, and then designing compatible gears and bearings that take full advantage of the lubricant without sacrificing durability and noise, vibration, and harshness performance.
The Spicer AdvanTEK Ultra axle serves as a launchpad for future applications, including supplementing hybrid vehicles as automakers transition into electrification.
Spicer SmartConnect™ Disconnecting AWD System
Spicer
The Spicer SmartConnect system configures the drivetrain to work in front-wheel-drive mode for the majority of driving conditions and engages AWD only when needed, enabling improved fuel efficiency.
Visit Dana at Auto Shanghai 2021
Dana is exhibiting the Spicer AdvanTEK Ultra axle with the Spicer SmartConnect disconnecting AWD system as well as company's wide and growing portfolio of high-efficiency drive systems and thermal-management technologies for conventional and electric vehicles at Auto Shanghai in hall 2.2H, stand 6BF111 at the
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Dana is a leader in the design and manufacture of highly efficient propulsion and energy-management solutions for all mobility markets across the globe. The company's conventional and clean-energy solutions support nearly every vehicle manufacturer with drive and motion systems; electrodynamic technologies, including software and controls; and thermal, sealing, and digital solutions.
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Jeff Cole, +1-419-887-3535, jeff.cole@dana.com