Toshiba Storage Device Division continues to reinforce its leadership by introducing its next generation of automotive hard disk drives; MK4050GAC and MK8050GAC. The new drives have been especially designed through extensive work together with leading head-unit manufacturers. These drives are made primarily for the demanding automotive environment and will be integrated into the world’s most prestigious motor vehicles. Due to the increasing demand for 3D navigation, entertainment and on-demand information being offered in automobiles, Toshiba hard disk drives enable the increasing amount of data to be stored safely. The 40GB and 80GB hard disk drives can endure extreme operating conditions in the automotive environment at altitudes of -300m to 5.500 meters. They are dependable in wide temperature zones from sub-freezing to extreme heat (-30° to 85° operating / -40° to 95° non-operating) whilst the spindle motor runs at 4,200 rpm. In addition, the MK4050GAC and the MK8050GAC can withstand operational shock of up to 300g and non-operational shock of 800g, providing a rugged and dependable option for cars as they travel through mountainous and rocky terrains across the globe. Toshiba is dedicated to being the best hard disk drive supplier to the automotive industry. Today, Toshiba Storage Device Division is the preferred automotive hard disk drive supplier with a worldwide market share of 85% and over 7 million delivered automotive grade hard disk drives sold (TSR November 2007).