DETROIT, Jan. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- EnTire Solutions, LLC, the 50/50 joint
venture of Michelin and TRW Automotive, today announced contracts with Honda
and Fiat for its direct tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS).
Launched at the Tokyo Motor Show in October, EnTire Solutions, LLC is now
supplying tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) for the 2004 Acura MDX
luxury sport utility vehicle, and has also been selected by Fiat to provide
advanced TPMS for a range of its upcoming European models.
Chief Executive Officer of EnTire Solutions, LLC, Rich Wolfe, said, "It's
a boost for us to be announcing these contract wins so close to the launch of
EnTire Solutions, LLC, and it reflects the extremely positive response we've
had so far. With Michelin's expertise in tire systems and TRW's electronics
and integration capabilities, EnTire Solutions is built on a solid technical
and operating base.
"We expect fitments to new vehicles to continue to grow. This growth
should be accelerated by the availability of new technology that will increase
TPM capability while maintaining or reducing costs. TRW and Michelin have
launched EnTire Solutions, LLC in recognition of the needs of this developing
market."
Other customers for tire pressure monitoring products from EnTire
Solutions, LLC include several Hyundai and Kia platforms and sensors for a
range of General Motors trucks and sport utility vehicles.
EnTire Solutions(TM) is a direct tire pressure monitoring system. The
system employs a battery-powered pressure sensor mounted on the valve stem
inside the wheel. The sensor communicates tire pressure and temperature
information to a vehicle-mounted receiver via a radio signal. Additionally,
when fully implemented, EnTire Solutions almost totally eliminates false
alarms which are a significant source of consumer dissatisfaction and OEM
cost. Vehicle manufacturers can select either of the following versions of
the product:
* An advanced system: in addition to the minimum required by regulations,
when a slow leak occurs, this system gives early information to the driver
before the tire gets significantly under inflated, allowing him/her to correct
the situation with full peace of mind.
* A simpler system: complies with applicable regulations. It signals the
driver when a tire is significantly under inflated and invites him/her to
react as soon as possible.
About EnTire Solutions
EnTire Solutions, LLC is a 50/50 joint venture of Michelin and TRW
Automotive, launched in October 2003 and dedicated to the development,
promotion, sales and service of TPM systems. The EnTire Solutions(TM) product
portfolio includes tools, parts and services to meet and exceed the
expectations of original equipment manufacturers worldwide.
About Michelin
Michelin produces and sells tires for all kind of vehicles, including
passenger car, light and heavy trucks, motorcycles, aircraft, agricultural,
earthmover vehicles, space shuttle, and develops suspension and anti-vibration
systems. Michelin has 80 production sites on five continents, 130,000
employees and sales operations in over 170 countries. The Group achieved euro
15.6 billion sales in 2002.
About TRW
With 2002 sales of $10.6 billion, TRW Automotive ranks among the top 10
automotive suppliers in the world. Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, USA,
the company employs approximately 61,000 people in 22 countries. Its products
include integrated vehicle control and driver assist systems, braking systems,
steering systems, suspension systems, occupant safety systems (seat belts and
airbags), electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket
replacement parts and services. TRW Automotive news is available on the
Internet at http://www.trwauto.com .
SOURCE Michelin
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CONTACT:
In North America: Lynn Mann of Michelin,
+1-864-458-4698, lynn.mann@us.michelin.com ; or Manley Ford of
TRW Automotive, +1-734-266 2616, manley.ford@trw.com ; In Europe:
Fabienne de Brebisson of Michelin, +33 145 662 222,
Fabienne.De-Brebisson@fr.michelin.com ; or Lynette Jackson of TRW
Automotive, +44 121 506 5315, lynette.jackson@trw.com
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