Honeywell Transportation Systems will supply turbochargers with variable nozzle technology (VNT) for Volkswagen and Skoda Auto India. These will be employed on the 1.5-litre TDI diesel engine in the Polo, Vento and the Rapid.
“With Honeywell, we have a trusted partner for high performance and extremely reliable turbochargers for our 1.5-litre TDI diesel engines. Additionally, Honeywell has helped us increase our local content with this high-value part for our engine and have contributed to our long-term localization strategy in India,” said Hans-Georg Festing, Executive Director – Corporate Purchasing, Volkswagen India.
“Honeywell VNT technology is an upgrade to existing wastegate technology with its advanced aerodynamics and bearing systems allowing more precise control of air flow into the engine. This helps Volkswagen offer its customers improved fuel economy and uncompromising performance with high torque and power resulting in better responsiveness to the driver. Honeywell’s VNT technology is 30 per cent more space efficient helping Volkswagen engineers apply a more powerful, yet compact powertrain across a range of vehicles,” said Milind Godbole, MD, Honeywell Transportation Systems, India.
The models with the new turbochargers will roll off the lines soon and reach dealerships around the country.
