DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/9jzskz/key_focus_areas) has announced the addition of the "Key Focus Areas for Driveline Systems in Europe and North America" report to their offering.

With increased fuel prices and dynamic consumer needs, the market for all-wheel drive (AWD) systems for passenger vehicles is challenged on various fronts. To counteract market challenges, regional original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) adopt various strategies regarding their driveline portfolios for specific vehicle segments. This research service is based on secondary and primary research data collected from suppliers of AWD systems and OEMs operating in the North American and European markets.

Key Questions This Study Will Answer:

• What driveline technologies are targeted to help OEMs improve vehicle performance, e.g., fuel efficiency, ride performance, and safety?
• Are driveline disconnects and right sizing attractive in the driveline systems market?
• Which TV solution is more popular today, and will it continue to remain popular by 2020?
• Why are eLSD systems considered important to the future of driveline technologies?
• Do in-wheel motors offer an advantage over other types of electric all-wheel drive (eAWD) systems? Which OEMs and which segments are early adopters of the same in passenger cars?
• What are the most popular PTU choices, and will they continue to remain popular?

Key Topics Covered:

1. Executive Summary

2. Research Scope, Objectives, Background, and Methodology

3. Definitions and Segmentation

4. Market Overview

5. Mega Trends and Industry Convergence Implications

6. Analysis of Torque Vectoring Systems

7. Analysis of Electronic Limited Slip Differential Systems

8. Analysis of Front-wheel Drive-based All-wheel Drive Disconnect Systems

9. Analysis of Power Transfer Unit Systems

10. Conclusions and Future Outlook

11. Appendix

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