Chrysler

Applications on several key new engine and transmission programs will increase the use of powder metal parts by 4% in the '02 model year, representing a gain of 1.5 lbs. (0.7kg) per vehicle over last model year, according to industry estimates. For instance, the trade paper American Metal Market says automatic four-speed rear-wheel drive transmissions on the new Chrysler fullsize Dodge Ram pickups

byDrew Winter