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March 2012
SETCO to introduce clutch
system for LCVs
Setco Automotive, a leading man-
ufacturer of clutch products for the
automotive industry, showcased its
latest offering, the 400 twin clutch,
at Auto Expo 2012. The 400 twin
clutch is made for vehicles with
engine capacity of over 400 hp.
Though not in demand in India now,
the company feels that the product
would positively attract demand in
future. New such products are al-
ready being exported to prominent
global vehicle manufacturers in the
aftermarket.
Mr. Harish Sheth, Chairman &
Managing Director, observed: “We
have more of exports at present as
the Indian market doesn’t demand
these products. We hope that when
the Indian market needs them, the
400 twin clutch will be a success.” It
is now exported to Africa, the Mid-
dle East and also to European coun-
tries through Setco’s UK subsidiary.
Another new offering from Setco
was a range of ceramic clutches
with new developments, including
a cushion segment, making it less
aggressive on the gearbox. Having
emerged as the numero uno among
Indian manufacturers of MHCV
Component zone
Mr. Harish Sheth, Chairman & Managing Director, SETCO
“We are coming out with LCV
clutches for the first time, by the
end of October this year.”
– Mr. Harish Sheth