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2012/01/23 ZF Reaches Rank 10 in the “Image Profile 2012” in Germany
In the current image study of the Manager Magazine, the ZF Group reaches rank 10 and its thus one of the most distinguished brands in Germany. ...more
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2011/12/15 ZF Achieves New Record Sales in 2011
Friedrichshafen. ZF stays on the road to success and will presumably achieve a Group sales in 2011 of about EUR 15.5 billion a plus of 20 percent compared to 2010 and more than ever before. ZF Group employees worldwide currently number 72,100. As of the beginning of 2011, this is a plus of almost twelve percent, including the acquisition of Hansen and parts of Honsel. ...more
2011/11/16 ZF acquires all shares of Hansen Transmissions International
ZF Friedrichshafen AG today announced the completion of the compulsory acquisition of all remaining shares of Hansen Transmissions International and all outstanding rights under the Hansen warrant plans. ...more
2011/09/13 Further dynamic growth at ZF
Friedrichshafen/Frankfurt. Automotive supplier ZF Friedrichshafen AG continues to grow. In the first eight months of this year, the company achieved a sales increase of 23 percent in comparison to the same period of the previous year. CEO Hans-Georg Härter anticipates continued dynamic growth through the entire year, with total sales revenue reaching approximately €15 billion (previous year: €12.9 billion). ...more
2011/09/08 First Full Hybrid Based on the Audi Q5's ZF 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
The full hybrid variant of the ZF 8-speed automatic transmission (ZF 8HP) is first produced in volume in the Audi Q5 hybrid quattro starting in 2011. This version facilitates purely electric driving without changing the basic transmission concept: The optimized installation space makes it possible to install the electric motor in a space-saving and efficient way replacing the torque converter. ...more
2011/09/05 ZF sets the course for the future on the IAA
With the motto "Future comes as standard", all lights are "green" on the IAA (International Motor Show) 2011 in Frankfurt: environmentally friendly energy efficiency despite increased customer value - this is the trade fair's key message. ZF Friedrichshafen AG has realized this challenge on time and develops conventional drives with low fuel consumption as well as innovative hybrid, electric, and lightweight concepts. ...more
2011/08/22 New Partner in Japan: Fresh wind for Lexus IS F with ZF Shock Absorbers
The Lexus IS F will achieve an even better performance: Together with the Chassis Technology division of ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Lexus has newly tuned the chassis of the sports sedan. As of now, ZF shock absorbers will be used at the front and rear axles. ...more
2011/08/01 Now Tangible: Realignment of ZF
Friedrichshafen. ZF Friedrichshafen AG has completed a decisive step in its strategic realignment: With effect from Monday, August 1, 2011, ZF's major German companies are merged into ZF Friedrichshafen AG. "The joint corporate name, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, makes the new alignment of the company clearly visible to third parties as well", says ZF's CEO Hans-Georg Härter. ...more
2011/07/27 ZF Holds Rank 8 in the Current Patent Statistics
In 2010, ZF Friedrichshafen AG again achieved a top value regarding the number of patent applications: With 629 new patent applications, ZF defends its excellent rank 8 of the patent statistics from 2009. In the current ranking of the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (GPTO), the supplier company is at eye level with automotive manufacturers such as Volkswagen, Audi, or BMW. ...more
2011/07/06 Dr. Stefan Sommer new ZF CEO
Friedrichshafen. Dr. Stefan Sommer will be the new CEO of ZF Friedrichshafen AG and will succeed Hans-Georg Härter at ZF's top level. This was decided unanimously by the automotive supplier's Supervisory Board today. Sommer has been part of ZF since 2008 and has been a member of the Board of Management responsible for the Supply Chain Management and Purchasing Domain since October 2010. At last, he was also head of the project regarding the Group's strategic restructuring. ...more
2011/07/06 Wilhelm Rehm Member of the Board of Management
Friedrichshafen/Passau. Dr. Michael Paul, who will retire at the end of 2011, will be succeeded by Wilhelm Rehm as Member of the Board of Management of ZF Friedrichshafen AG's Industrial Technology Division at the beginning of 2012. This is the decision of the automotive supplier's Supervisory Board. The 52-year old Mr. Rehm has been Chairman of the Board of Directors of ZF Passau GmbH since the middle of the year 2010. ...more
2011/06/07 New 9-Speed Automatic Transmission
At the International VDI Conference "Transmissions in Vehicles 2011", ZF Friedrichshafen AG presents an automatic transmission with nine speeds for passenger cars with front-transverse drive. With its two model ranges, it covers a torque range between 280 and 480 Nm. Thanks to its construction kit principle, the basic transmission can be supplemented in line with special requirements. ...more
2011/04/04 Range_e With ZF Hybrid Transmission
In Geneva, Land Rover presented the prototype Range_e that is based on the well-established Range Rover Sport. With a total system power output of 249 kW (339 hp) and a range of up to 1112 kilometers, the luxury SUV convinces as parallel hybrid with plug-in option. The Range_e achieves its high energy efficiency thanks to the 8-speed hybrid transmission by ZF. ...more
2011/03/25 „ZF hilft“ donates for Japan
The nonprofit association "ZF hilft" donates EUR 100,000 for those suffering from the natural disaster in Japan. The recipient of the donation, the relief organization "Help", uses the money to buy emergency assistance and food packages. ...more
2011/03/01 Technological Highlights at the Geneva Motor Show
Many models exhibited at the 81st Salon International de l'Auto, Geneva Motor Show, feature Driveline and Chassis Technology from ZF. The automotive supplier develops and produces components, units, and systems for all renowned international automotive manufacturers. ...more
2011/02/22 ZF Builds Passenger Car Transmission Plant in North America
In Greenville, South Carolina, USA, ZF Friedrichshafen AG is setting up its first passenger car transmission plant in North America. As of 2013, on approximately 90,000 square meters ground, 8 and 9-speed automatic transmission will be US-manufactured for the North American market. The new building lives up to the powerful growth course of ZF in this region. ...more
2011/02/21 ZF is "Supplier of the Year 2010" for Hyundai and Kia
The Hyundai Kia Automotive Group recognized ZF's achievements with the "Supplier of the Year Award 2010". Thus, the automotive Group paid tribute to the positive cooperation with ZF in the last year and, at the very same time, would like to reinforce the relations of the two companies. Already today, many models from the South Korean brand have ZF technology on board, i.a. the Equus, Hyundai's flagship. ...more
2011/02/11 Jürgen Holeksa new Human Resources Executive VP
Jürgen Holeksa (45) will become the Human Resources Executive VP of ZF Friedrichshafen AG. This was decided today (Friday) by the company’s Supervisory Board. Born in Germany’s Lower Rhine region, Holeksa is currently Director of Human Resources at the Behr-Gruppe in Stuttgart and takes over the duties that have been provisionally performed by Dr. Konstantin Sauer, Executive VP Finance. ...more
2011/02/02 ZF Technology at the "North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards"
The annual "North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards" were presented at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Automotive journalists from the USA and Canada ranked the Chevrolet Volt electric car and the Ford Explorer off-road vehicle number one in their respective categories. ZF technology contributed to the success of the two award winners. ...more
2011/01/20 New Drive and Chassis Technology for a Trendsetter
The BMW X3 was a pacesetter in the segment for sporty medium-size SUVs. The second generation is now arriving at the showrooms of dealers. Thanks to either the 8-speed automatic transmission or a newly developed manual 6-speed transmission from ZF, the new X3 shifts both comfortably and dynamically. As much as 11 percent fuel can be saved by the combination with the 8-speed automatic transmission by contrast with the second-generation 6-speed automatic transmissions. ...more
2011/01/11 ZF Develops 9-Speed Automatic Transmission for Passenger Cars
Under high pressure - ZF is working on the development of new fuel-efficient transmission generations. The latest innovation: an entirely new automatic passenger car transmission, developed with 9 gears for vehicles with a transverse engine. ...more
2011/01/11 ZF Aspires to Intensify Growth in North America
ZF realized a sales growth of more than 50 percent in North America last year. 2011 is expected to see continued growth. The 8-speed automatic transmission supply and license agreement with Chrysler will significantly assist this growth. For this purpose, ZF is building a new transmission plant in Greenville/South Carolina, the first ZF plant to make car transmissions in the USA. ...more
2011/01/10 Technology Highlights at the North American International Auto Show
Many models exhibited at the 22nd North American International Auto Show in Detroit feature Driveline and Chassis Technology from ZF. The automotive supplier develops and produces components, units, and systems for all renowned international automotive manufacturers. ...more
