Walker® Considerably Expands Catalytic Converter and Muffler Coverage

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Walker^® Emissions Control, a leading global brand from DRiV™, has dramatically expanded its replacement catalytic converter and muffler product offerings, extending coverage to more than 40.3 million additional passenger vehicles. Now available through Walker product distributors are 53 additional Walker CalCat^® converter, four new Walker Ultra^® converter, nine new Walker Quiet-Flow^® SS stainless-steel muffler, and 20 new Walker resonator assembly and pipe part numbers.

Engineered to comply with specific CARB regulation requirements in California, Maine and New York, Walker CalCat converters feature an exclusive catalytic technology that offers the right loading of precious metals, the proper catalyst material and design, and a high technology washcoat for enhanced oxygen storage capacity ensuring optimal conversion of harmful emission gases to help keep the MIL light off and maintain engine performance.. The new part numbers extend CalCat coverage to hundreds of additional import and domestic applications, model years 2003 through 2019.

EPA-compliant Walker Ultra converters, designed for OBD II vehicles (1996 and newer), are now available for 18 additional import applications, model years 2003 through 2017. Each Ultra converter includes a premium substrate material and high technology washcoat to ensure exceptional oxygen storage capacity reducing harmful emissions, helping to keep the MIL light off.

Walker also introduced Quiet-Flow SS stainless-steel mufflers and assemblies covering 75 applications and more than 2.5 million additional registered vehicles. Quiet-Flow SS mufflers and assemblies are built for precision fit, form and performance and offer the exceptional durability of a premium 409 stainless steel shell. Each unit is covered by a limited lifetime warranty and 90-day Safe & Sound^® Guarantee. See www.WalkerExhaust.com for details.

Also new to the Walker offering are resonator assembly and pipe part numbers for 51 and 38 additional applications, respectively, representing nearly 3.5 million registered vehicles.

To learn more about Walker Emissions Control products, visit www.WalkerExhaust.com and the brand's YouTube channel, and connect with Walker at Facebook.com/WalkerEmissions and Instragram.com/WalkerEmissions.

About DRiV^TM - the future Aftermarket and Ride Performance Company

Following Tenneco Inc.'s (NYSE: TEN) expected separation to form two independent companies, an Aftermarket and Ride Performance company (DRiV™) as well as a new Powertrain Technology company, DRiV will be one of the largest global multi-line, multi-brand aftermarket companies, and one of the largest global OE ride performance and braking companies.  DRiV's principal product brands will feature Monroe^®, Öhlins^®, Walker^®, Clevite^® Elastomers, MOOG^®, Fel-Pro^®, Wagner^®, Ferodo^®, Champion^® and others. DRiV would have 2018 pro-forma revenues of $6.4 billion, with 54% of those revenues from aftermarket and 46% from original equipment customers.

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CONTACT:

Bill Dawson (DRiV) – 847.482.5807
[email protected]

Karen Shulhan (DRiV) – 248.354.4383
[email protected]

SOURCE DRiV