Fiat has chosen NGK Spark Plugs as the exclusive supplier of precious metal spark plugs and wideband NTK Lambda sensors for its new TwinAir naturally aspirated engine, which will debut in the new Panda.

NGK designed the LKR7DI-12 spark plug to meet the demands of the new engine which will form the Fiat Group's new standard for compact cars. As the downsized two-cylinder engine is exceptionally small and requires large cooling ducts, there is limited space available for a spark plug. The LKR7DI-12 spark plug was therefore designed with a slim and long-reaching, 26.5mm M12 thread.

Additionally, the company is the sole supplier of NTK Lambda sensors for the new Panda. NGK is supplying Fiat with the UAA0001-FA003 as a regulating Lambda sensor. It was selected due to its fast light-off time, its responsiveness and precision, as well as its resistance to water splash.

Brian Childs, Deputy Managing Director, NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd, said: "Fiat's selection of NGK's spark plugs and NTK sensors for its new TwinAir engine once again confirms the company's position as being a leading supplier of OE products to the world's leading vehicle manufacturers. We are delighted that we have been able to help the company in this major new project."