Gates leads the European Aftermarket in Accessory Belt Drive System (ABDS) kits with unmatched coverage, range and OE heritage. In 1917, we developed the world’s first rubber V-Belt. In 1945, we invented the first toothed timing belt and, in 1979, we created the multi-ribbed belt, revolutionising automotive transmission as we know it.
Each of our Micro-V® ABDS kits meets or exceeds or OE quality, delivers design and reliability. We’re one of the only manufacturers that produces both the belts and metal components, which are all precisely matched to work perfectly together, exactly as fitted in the factory.
We ensure local availability and provide state-of-the-art technical support to help you deliver the best quality and service possible for your customers.
Exact OE Replacement: Allows the alternator to decouple every time the engine decelerates. Isolates vibration for smoother engine performance and efficiency, along with increased belt and component life. Patented design unmatched by any other supplier.
Automatic adjustment for the Micro-V® belt: Designed to apply a constant force – automatic re-tensioning reduces maintenance by eliminating the need to retighten the belt. Maintaining optimal tension increases the life of bearings and accessories, as well as the belt itself.
The OE standard in multi-ribbed belts: Transmits substantially higher torques than flat or V-belts for the same space requirement. Ultra quiet, and designed for greater efficiency and top performance, Gates Micro-V® belts are made using the highest quality materials and manufacturing processes.
Reliable operation under severe conditions: Steel and thermoplastic construction for high durability, heat dissipation, and dampening. Built to last with a superior resistance to dirt, salt, chemicals, and other under-hood contaminants. OE-quality fit for virtually every vehicle on the road today.
Improving drive comfort: Absorbs vibrations from the crankshaft and extends the life of other components in the system. Perfect OE fit and function for all applications, covering all major models in the market.
Availability is key – our Micro-V® kits are an essential item for vehicle servicing by workshops. You can rely on Gates to ensure you’ll be able to meet demand, thanks to our regional in-house production, fast lead times and logistics – all backed with reliable local support.
We’re Power Transmission specialists with unequalled OE credentials: over 50 vehicle manufacturers fit Gates Accessory Belt Drive System components. We are perfectly positioned to meet the needs of the automotive aftermarket with products that are of original equipment (OE) quality, leading the European aftermarket with over 1300 references covering almost 90% of the parc.
You know the importance of replacing all the components in an Accessory Belt Drive System at the same time. Using Gates Micro-V® kits makes this easy: saving you space, time and (re)work, while delivering the best quality and value for your customer (as well as protecting their servicing and warranty conditions).
We lead the European aftermarket, with over 1300 references covering almost 90% of the parc. As power transmission specialists with unequalled OE credentials, we’re also uniquely qualified to offer you the best Accessory Belt Drive System training and support, whenever you need us.
Your guide to Accessory Belt Drive System inspection, accurately diagnosing accessory belt drive problems, useful troubleshooting tips, and instructions for fitting replacement parts.
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Over 50 leading vehicle manufacturers choose to fit Gates premium components in their vehicles. Our aftermarket solutions feature the same reliability and performance.
We’re one of the only OE manufacturer to cast our own metal components for our Accessory Belt Drive System (ABDS) kits. You can trust that everything in the box is authentic Gates quality.
Our vision, focus and determination to see opportunity in every challenge has shaped us into what it is today. Pushing the boundaries of materials science and human ingenuity to engineer application specific solutions that continually exceed expectations. The difference is in the details.
