Dear Sir or Madam,

Measurable progress has been achieved in the last ten years in the field of automotive transmissions which can be perceived by the customers and which is much more significant than in the 50 years before. Talks about seven, eight or even more gears are possible today, but could not be considered for stepped transmissions in passenger cars ten years ago. The transmissions thus contribute considerably to better ecology and economy as well as to driving fun and automotive safety.

The electrification of the transmission has already begun with regard to the discussion about sustained mobility. Vehicles with hybrid or electric drive as well as those with conventional drive trains need ideal transmissions. Efficiency, weight-to-power ratio, space requirements, comfort, quality, control and costs are important here. The efficient and effective development and production of these trans-
missions require optimal tools and processes. This year’s symposium focuses on these topics.

The Indian ambassador in Berlin, Meera Shankar, and Alexandr Sorokin, general director of the Russian vehicle manufacturer Avtotor, will give an insight into these important future markets at the symposium for the first time.

The panel discussion will again deal with the chances of future transmission developments, this time against the background of increasing energy and oil prices, diverse vehicle and drive concepts and the development of purchasing power in different markets.

With the extensive programme and the accompanying Transmission Expo, the 7th International Transmission Symposium is again an important forum for international transmission and drive train experts to exchange opinions and experiences.

I am looking forward to your participation and I wish you a lot of fruitful talks and beneficial motivations.

Yours faithfully,