TRW to Open New Braking Plant in Mexico

LIVONIA, Mich., Nov. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (NYSE: TRW), the global leader in automotive safety systems, will open a new facility in the state of Queretaro, Mexico, to produce a range of advanced brake systems.

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The 150,000 square foot facility will manufacture hydraulic control units for a variety of electronic stability control systems including TRW's Slip Control Boost system, which works as an integral part of regenerative braking systems in hybrid and electric vehicles. The plant will also produce brake actuation units including boosters and master cylinders.

"The new braking facility will complement our existing facility in Queretaro and represents a significant investment in advanced braking technologies and manufacturing processes. The plant will be geared to aluminum machining and clean room assembly environments to meet the stringent cleanliness requirements of hydraulic valve assembly," said Doug DelGrosso, global vice president of braking operations at TRW.

Production at the new plant is anticipated to begin near the end of the first quarter in 2012, with an estimated total employment of 450 when full production is reached. TRW's growing foundation brake business will primarily be produced at the existing Santa Rosa, Mexico, facility, while the new site will be dedicated to electronic braking and actuation systems.   

About TRW
With 2010 sales of $14.4 billion, TRW Automotive ranks among the world's leading automotive suppliers. Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, USA, the Company, through its subsidiaries, operates in 26 countries and employs over 60,000 people worldwide.  TRW Automotive products include integrated vehicle control and driver assist systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, occupant safety systems (seat belts and airbags), electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket replacement parts and services.  All references to "TRW Automotive", "TRW" or the "Company" in this press release refer to TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. and its subsidiaries, unless otherwise indicated.  TRW Automotive news is available on the internet at www.trw.com.

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