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Schaeffler Announces Expanded Line of LuK Clutch Products

Schaeffler Group USA Inc. announced the expansion of the LuK RepSet line of clutches, flywheels and hydraulic release systems. The LuK program now includes more than 750 clutch set and 180 flywheel SKUs, covering the North American vehicle population. Make and model coverage ranges from 1938 to date.

Schaeffler Group USA Inc. announced the expansion of the LuK RepSet line of clutches, flywheels and hydraulic release systems. The LuK program now includes more than 750 clutch set and 180 flywheel SKUs, covering the North American vehicle population. Make and model coverage ranges from 1938 to date.

“With LuK, technicians get a full line of clutch sets for all their import and domestic applications,” stated Bill Hanvey, Director of Business Development. “As the leading OE supplier, LuK sets the standard for durability and performance, and our aftermarket group has extended that expertise with our application coverage.”

LuK Product Manager, Tony Williams, said of the coverage update, “By working hand-in-hand with the O.E. engineers, we are able to introduce more relevant coverage faster to the aftermarket, which is a tremendous benefit to our distributors.”

For more information, contact your LuK distributor or visit www.schaeffler-aftermarket.us to access the complete catalog as well as the June 2010 product update.

Schaeffler Group USA Inc. is a leading partner to the automotive replacement parts market in North America. The group, which includes the LuK, INA and FAG brands, offers a broad range of technologies for engine, transmission and chassis applications.

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