cover feature
“The Champion conventional low
mass metal wiper blades feature
an upright claw design that allows
for smooth rubber movement
throughout the sweep of the blade.
This range caters for high speed
applications where wind-lift is a
concern,” he says.
About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Corporation is an innovative and
diversified $6,7-billion global supplier of quality
products, trusted brands and creative solutions
to manufacturers of automotive, light commercial,
heavy-duty and off-highway vehicles, as well
as in power generation, aerospace, marine, rail
and industrial. Federal-Mogul has two business
segments, namely powertrain and vehicle
components.
Champion Easyvision product
manager Philip De Meyer stresses
that worn blades are a major safety
hazard to drivers. “The purpose of
a wiper blade is not just to clear
water from the windscreen, but to
create friction in order to remove
any obstacles. Worn blades achieve
neither of these fundamental
objectives, and run the serious risk
of causing an accident in inclement
weather.”
De Meyer highlights the fact that
Federal-Mogul undertakes extensive
testing during research and
development, in order to ensure that
the Champion Easyvision blades are
highly durable and effective, even
in the most challenging weather
conditions. “Development takes
between 12 and 18 months, and
involves the design and testing of a
number of prototypes.”
Federal-Mogul Corporation is a leading global
supplier of powertrain and safety technology
and innovation to improve fuel economy,
reduce emissions and enhance vehicle safety.
The company serves the world’s foremost original
equipment manufacturers of automotive, light,
medium- and heavy-duty, aerospace, marine,
rail and off-road vehicles, as well as industrial,
agricultural and power-generation equipment.
It also provides well-known brands in the global
aftermarket.
Wiper blade noise is another major
safety concern, states De Meyer.
“Noisy wiper blades can distract and
even agitate drivers in challenging
conditions. Bearing this in mind, the
Champion Easyvision range boasts
improved aerodynamics, with more
flexible and durable rubber that is
covered in special coating to ensure
that noise is kept to an absolute
minimum.”
Federal-Mogul’s world-class global engineering,
lean manufacturing and distribution network
deliver best-in-class quality products and services
at competitive cost. The company’s sustainable
global profitable growth strategy creates value
and satisfaction for its customers, shareholders
and employees. Federal-Mogul was founded in
Detroit in 1899. The company is headquartered in
Southfield, Michigan, United States and employs
45,000 people in 34 countries.
De Meyer notes that the rebranded
packaging for the Champion
Easyvision range provides
customers with a clear and simple
choice of conventional blades and
flat blades.
A QR code enables the customer to scan the packaging with their
smartphone, before being redirected to an app that enables them to enter in all of their
vehicle details. From there, the app will infor