RACL Geartech to Inaugurate New Facility for BMW Electric Car Parts

04 Feb 2025 CW Team

RACL Geartech, a leading manufacturer of transmission gears and shafts for automotive and industrial applications, is set to expand its footprint in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. The company has announced the operational readiness of a new, dedicated facility at its Gajraula manufacturing location, aimed at producing Parking Lock Actuation Assemblies for BMW's electric cars.

The company successfully completed trial production and has already commenced pre-series production. The new facility will be officially inaugurated on February 13, 2025, with senior management personnel from BMW in attendance.

Key features of the facility include:

100 per cent Green Electricity: The plant runs entirely on renewable energy, highlighting RACL’s commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly manufacturing practices.
Contamination-Free Manufacturing: With fully air-conditioned premises, the facility provides a clean and controlled environment, ensuring precision production critical to the high standards of the automotive industry.
State-of-the-Art Assembly Stations: Equipped with modern assembly tables, the facility ensures full traceability throughout the production process, which is in line with BMW’s stringent quality and compliance requirements.

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