With nearly 15 years of knowledge in hybrid technology, Yazaki is working collaboratively with Ford for a long term development of HV connection systems and reduction of system cost and weight.
Yazaki has a history of supplying to acclaimed Ford vehicles, including the 2006 Ford Fusion, and the Ford Escape Hybrid, which was crowned North American Truck Of The Year in 2005. Yazaki also supplied the complete EDS for the Ford F150 crowned North American Truck of the Year in 2004.
Yazaki Corporation is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions, as well as advanced electronic technologies for vehicle applications. Yazaki produces electrical distribution systems, fiber optics, instrumentation, solid-state power centers, connection systems and electronics. Worldwide, the company employs over 150,000 people in 48 countries, 1,500 of whom are based in the company's North American headquarters and research center campus in Canton, Michigan. For more information on Yazaki, log onto www.yazaki-na.com.
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Contact:
| Kirsten Ussery | - or - | Michelle Zdrodowski |
| Yazaki North America | Franco Public Relations Group | |
| (734) 983-1142 | (313) 567-5017 |