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CRF – established in 1978 with headquarters in Orbassano (Turin) as a focal point for research and innovation – is a recognized
center of excellence at the international level. Its mission is to improve the Group’s competitiveness through the development
of innovative products, processes and methodologies. All research activities are carried out in coordination with the Group’s
technical areas and operating regions. CRF draws on a broad array of technical skills, covering all automotive engineering
disciplines, together with state-of-the-art laboratories for testing powertrain systems, analyzing materials and electromagnetic
compatibility, conducting noise and vibration analyses and driving simulations.
CRF in numbers 2012
Employees at year end 927
Co-funded research programs, approved under the EU’s 7th Framework Program (*) (2007-2013) 151
of which: approved in 2012 18
(*) The Framework Programs are funding instruments established by the European Union to support and encourage research and development. Each
program is put forward by the European Commission and adopted by the European Council and Parliament. The 7th Framework Program runs from
2007 to 2013.
Fiat’s research center, CRF