TRW Launches TPMS in Middle East and Africa Regions

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TRW Automotive Aftermarket today announced the launch of its Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) for the Commercial Vehicle market, into the Middle East. TPMS is a proven technology offering improved tyre performance, fuel economy and safety, which is set to deliver significant benefits to operators of Commercial Vehicles (CV) and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV) alike.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 25, 2012 - (PressReleasePoint) -

TRW Automotive Aftermarket today announced the launch of its Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) for the Commercial Vehicle market, into the Middle East. TPMS is a proven technology offering improved tyre performance, fuel economy and safety, which is set to deliver significant benefits to operators of Commercial Vehicles (CV) and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV) alike.
The quality external TPMS range, launched under the company’s EnTire SolutionTM  brand, has been developed for the aftermarket and consists of five kits which provide direct measurement of individual tyre pressure for CV, HCV and trailer solutions with up to 14 tyres in 13 different configurations.

According to Marco Loth, TRW’s General Manager, TRW Automotive Aftermarket, Middle East, the installation process is quick and easy as the ECU is pre programmed to identify whether the vehicle has been fitted with 4 x sensors, 6 x sensors or 8 x sensors. For additional trailer requirements the number of sensors can be supplemented with a specific kit, capable of monitoring up to six extra tyres via a simple manual recalibration of the LCD display unit.
He explained: “Our kits offer an effective way for operators of heavy duty vehicles to profit from the tangible benefits of TPMS including: improved tyre performance, fuel economy and extended tread life as well as improved safety and reduced CO2 emissions. These benefits have already resulted in legislation which will see the technology introduced on all cars new to market from this year, and new cars sold from 2014 - CVs and HCVs will not be far behind and we will be ready with the smart solutions our customers need.”
 
According to Joshy Pettah, TRW’s Marketing Manager, there are considerable savings to be made from TPMS. He explained: “One of the largest costs for Commercial Vehicle fleet operators are tyre-related expenses, including maintenance and replacement, with under-inflation widely recognised as one of the primary causes of tyre failure. Our ‘cost savings calculator’, which can be accessed at www.trwaftermarket.com/tpms demonstrates the typical cost savings in terms of fuel and tyre maintenance, as well as details of the reductions in CO2 emissions, which are achievable with the addition of TPMS.”

As an aftermarket product, the TPMS kit is easy to fit via a screw cap mechanism on the tyre valve. Sensors installed on valve stems transmit to an LCD display unit mounted in the cab. The sensor monitors tyre pressure and temperature inside the tyre and transmits the information wirelessly to the LCD display unit. The device provides real time warning of tyre leaks, minimising the chance of serious damage such as tyre blowout to increase driver safety.

Joshy Pettah concluded: “Tyre under-inflation is a common problem with far reaching consequences but it is also an issue which is easily resolved. The EnTire SolutionTM TPMS programme from TRW delivers the quality and innovation our customers can expect from our many years of experience of manufacturing market-leading TPMS for the OE market worldwide. It is a further example of our commitment to develop products and services that complement the core chassis offering for the wider customer benefit.”
Cost saving calculator case study:

On the basis of a fleet operating 14 x 6 wheel vehicles pulling 12 x 6 wheel trailers covering 644 km. per day on an average of 26 days a month, TRW’s cost saving calculator estimates that the average savings per fleet per year with the addition of the company’s Entire SolutionTM TPMS technology could be as much as $ 15,766.
The potential savings in CO2 emissions for the same fleet using diesel powered engines, for the same period, is estimated at 26,374 kg. Visits www.trwaftermarket.com to try TRW’s ‘cost saving calculator’ and see how much your fleet could be saving.

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Notes to Editors

EnTire SolutionTM

TRW’s EnTire SolutionTM brand was originally a joint venture between Michelin and TRW Automotive, it is now wholly owned by TRW Automotive. The EnTire SolutionTM brand was established in 2003 to develop and manufacture direct TPMS solutions, bringing together Michelin's expertise in tyres and TRW's expertise in electronics to develop, market and sell direct, driver-oriented TPMS and related tools and services to Original Equipment manufacturers worldwide.

EU legislation

EU legislation stating that all new cars introduced to market from this year, 2012, and new cars sold from 2014, must have TPMS fitted as standard was introduced in March 2009. It followed the US introduction of the TREAD act denoting TPMS systems be fitted to all new cars and light vans sold in the US from 2008. This came about after accidents and roll-overs during the late 1990s resulted in over 100 deaths. It is likely that this will follow on a global basis in the next few years.
Reports suggest that under-inflation of tyres leads to a 2% increase in fuel consumption, and a 25% decrease in the life of a tyre. It is estimated that tyre under-inflation is today responsible for over 20 million litres of unnecessary fuel consumption, dumping over 2 million tonnes of CO2 in the atmosphere and resulting in over 200 million tyres being prematurely wasted in the world.
Although no CV/HCV legislation has yet been passed it is likely to follow. TRW is well positioned to support its customers with products and technology that will help them to stay ahead of the game.