The global leader in drive systems

Supplying over 90% of the world's automakers

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THE GLOBAL LEADER IN eDRIVE TECHNOLOGY

The architects of an electrified future

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Global Leader in Drive Systems

Global Leader in Drive Systems

GKN Automotive is a global leader in eDrive technologies, the architects of an electrified future. Our innovation, expertise and global footprint give us the ability to drive a sustainable future, delivering eDrive technologies, competitively and at scale.

We have been inventing the future for 250 years. Our technologies and innovations made front-wheel drive cars possible and all-wheel drive systems more efficient. GKN Automotive is now at the forefront of the mass production of advanced, efficient, systems for electrified vehicles.  

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Employees inc. JVs
>25,000
Locations
51
Global tech centres
6
SALES (2020)
£3.7 billion
Countries
17

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Insights

Watch the Winter Test 2019
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Watch the Winter Test 2019

See GKN Automotive’s system integration expertise and software control capabilities in action at the company’s winter test facilities in northern Sweden.

 

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Lightweight modular propshaft for pick-up trucks
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Lightweight modular propshaft for pick-up trucks

More than 33 patent families in new modular driveline system.

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The eDrive system in the Streetscooter
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The eDrive system in the Streetscooter

GKN Automotive’s modular eDrive systems help EV start-ups get their ideas on the road faster

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Software control advances make EVs and PHEVs more fun to drive
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Software control advances make EVs and PHEVs more fun to drive

System integration and software control expertise will help accelerate public acceptance of electric vehicles

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Driveshaft upgrades help Trackhawk power up
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Driveshaft upgrades help Trackhawk power up

FCA chose GKN Automotive’s high-performance halfshafts and propshaft for the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk

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How more cost efficient driveshafts can cut battery costs for EVs
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How more cost efficient driveshafts can cut battery costs for EVs

Different driveline efficiency equation means direct savings in electric vehicles.

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Formula E

GKN Autmotive is partnering with the Jaguar TCS Racing team to bring our electrification expertise and rich motorsport heritage back to the racetrack. 

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