Tokyo, Japan, April 20, 2010 - NSK Ltd. (NSK; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; President and CEO: Norio Otsuka) announced today that it will participate in the 2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2010), to be held April 23 – May 2 at the Beijing China International Exhibition Center.
Held once every two years, Auto China is one of the world's largest automotive trade shows, and is attended by scores of automakers and parts manufacturers from around the globe.
The theme for the NSK booth will be “Conserving the Global Environment.” On display will be cutting-edge NSK products that improve fuel efficiency and deliver environmental advantages thanks to their compact size, light weight, low torque, super-sealed technologies , and long service life. Featured products will include automotive bearings, electric power steering (EPS) and automatic transmission (AT) systems, and other products for automotive applications.
| Exhibit |
Feature |
| Hub Unit Bearings |
These highly reliable and durable automotive wheel hub bearings feature a seal to prevent penetration by dirt and water. NSK has achieved breakthroughs in modularization technology to produce a compact, lightweight, low-torque unit that includes a sensor. |
| Electric Power Steering (EPS) Systems |
Switching from a hydraulic to an electric steering system reduces power loss and allows clean, fuel efficient performance. By realizing more precise control of the steering system using an electric motor, NSK has made driving safer and more comfortable. |
| Electrical Accessories |
NSK's bearings for engine starters, air-conditioning systems, windshield wipers, and power-assisted steering systems are designed to withstand extreme temperatures and vibrations, offering high durability and reliable performance. |
| Automatic Transmission Systems |
NSK's components for automatic transmission systems such as friction plates and one-way clutches transmit engine power efficiently and allow smooth acceleration. |
NSK is a comprehensive automotive parts manufacturer, the world's No. 1 supplier of automotive bearings and a well-known producer of world-class EPS systems. The company's products offer unparalleled cost performance and quality to automakers in China and worldwide. Leveraging its industry-leading technologies, NSK continues to lead the way in friction control and minimizing energy loss. NSK is proud of the key role it plays in the auto industry by contributing to a safer, more comfortable, environmentally-friendly future.
