Pictured is the Lexus GS luxury sport saloon which features KYB shock absorbers, including electronic adjustable shocks as part of the car's Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) system.
Information: 01285 658844
Date: January 2006
KYB SUPPLIES SHOCKS FOR NEW LEXUS
KYB is supplying shock absorbers as original equipment (OE) for the new Lexus GS luxury sport saloon.
The company is supplying three types of shock absorber depending on the model of vehicle. These include:
The electronic shocks are controlled by the Lexus Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system which integrates braking, steering, Vehicle Traction Control (VTC) and Traction Control (TRAC) systems to help to control the ride and handling at the same time.
Hajime Sato, Managing Director of KYB Europe says: "Supplying Lexus with KYB branded shock absorbers is great news, and we hope to continue developing our successful business relationship by offering world class quality products.
"After 70 years in business, our on-going aim is to provide excellent levels of safety, comfort and handling to meet the requirements of vehicle manufacturers and the motorist."
Globally, KYB supplies numero
us original equipment vehicle manufacturers (OEMs) including Audi-VW Group, Daimler-Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Mitsubishi, Nissan, PSA Peugeot Citroёn, Renault and Toyota.In addition to shock absorbers, KYB also supplies a number of aftermarket components including coil springs, suspension mounting kits and protection kits.
KYB is the world’s leading producer of OE shocks. As well as established facilities across Europe and increasing success in North America, it is also now developing its business throughout the Middle East and Africa.
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For further information, please contact: |
Sue Clough |
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KYB UK |
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T: 01925 417444 |
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E: sue@kayaba.co.uk |
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www.kybeurope.net |
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Jeremy Clarke/Beth Pope |
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KYB Press Office |
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LawsonClarke Ltd |
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T: 01285 658844 |
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E: clarke@lawsonclarke.co.uk |
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Pictured is the Lexus GS luxury sport saloon which features KYB shock absorbers, including electronic adjustable shocks as part of the car's Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) system. Information: 01285 658844 |