Company
GKN Automotive is the global leader in drive systems.
A global automotive technology business, with diverse expertise across a global footprint powering the future of transportation. It is the trusted partner for most of the world’s automotive companies, specilaising in developing and supplying market-leading drive system technologies from sideshafts to advanced torque management systems alongside system integration expertise.
GKN Automotive at a glance
GKN Automotive’s market-leading Driveline division demonstrates strength in depth, with an extensive portfolio of products that combine value with technical expertise. The technologies span high-volume low-cost vehicles to top end premium cars with complex all-wheel drive driving dynamics. These world-class products are being constantly refined and improved for global customers.
The ePowertrain division now offers solutions for all electrified vehicles and is a go-to technology partner, creating the ultimate electrified driving experience. Its ability to fully integrate eDrive systems derives from its all-wheel drive legacy and leadership. The first eDrive system being fitted to a production car over 20 years ago and is now powering over 2.5 million electrified vehicles worldwide.
GKN Automotive is part of Dowlais Group plc, a specialist engineering group focused on the automotive sector.
Leadership
GKN Automotive’s leadership team is responsible for the long-term success of the business, focusing on meeting strategic objectives in a sustainable and responsible manner.
Locations
A global network that delivers locally.
GKN Automotive’s global network of production and engineering centres gives the company a presence in 21 countries, including JVs. Its 48 manufacturing sites and 6 technology centres are strategically located to ensure customers benefit from local supply chains and world-class technical support.
Innovation
Heritage
Scaling up technologies to achieve their full potential in mass production, GKN ePowertrain’s history shapes our strategy for intelligent all-wheel drive systems and next-generation eDrive solutions.