Global Aftermarket
Automechanika Birmingham Attracts Support From UK Automotive Industry

First planned in one hall, the event now spans three, taking up more than 21,000-square-meters (226,042.12-square-feet) of space at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC). The initial expectations for number of visitors and exhibitors have been doubled due to the large interest in the event.

Active-Safety Joins AlertDriving To Reduce Accidents On Russian Roads With Training Analytics Platform

Active-Safety focuses on instilling drivers with methods of psychological self-control, including monitoring hazards, interacting with other road users and more. FleetDefense training, the analytics platform, is the newest addition, coming standardized with interactive content and videos that comply with local laws in more than 70 countries, including Russia.

AASA Leads Aftermarket Supplier Dialogue In China

The aging of the fleet, the proliferation of makes and models and the development of a used-car market all represent the next wave of opportunity in China for the independent aftermarket, according to the association’s projections.

Chinese OEM Consumer Telematics Revenues To Exceed $2.6B In 2020

As overall new vehicle sales begin to plateau after years of explosive progression, connected car services in China are switching gears, with trends predicting strong growth in the upcoming years.

Bosch Partners With Global NCAP’s Initiative

The campaign’s objective is to boost awareness of safety systems such as electronic stability program (ESP), emergency braking systems and motorcycle ABS, particularly in growth markets.

Victorian MP Visits Dayco At AAPEX 2015

Dayco reports that its Australian office was well-represented at AAPEX 2015 with Managing Director Arnold Mouw in attendance, who also was representing Australia in his role as chairman of the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) Automotive Products Manufacturers and Exporters Council. Mouw welcomed Victorian MP Craig Ondarchie, Shadow Minister for Investment and Jobs and Shadow Minister for Trade, to the Dayco stand at AAPEX 2015 on Thursday, Nov. 5.

Booth Reservations Now Open For The Latin Auto Parts Expo 2016

The Latin Auto Parts Expo 2016 will take place June 15-17, 2016, at the ATLAPA Convention Center in Panama City, Republic of Panama.

From GlobalBusinessProfessor.com: Doing Business In Canada

In this week’s seminar, we listen to international trade attorney Dan Ujczo, of Dickinson Wright PLLC, who identifies market opportunities and other business related topics such as intellectual property and regulations.

Discovery Channel Seeking Auto Restorers For New TV Series To Be Filmed In Cuba

On the show, a team of fabricators, mechanics and painters will travel to Cuba and work with local restorers to find, restore and sell the island’s one-of-a-kind vintage vehicles that have been frozen in time for decades.

Eco-Cars To Be Showcased At Japan’s Eco-Products 2015 Event Featuring Cutting-Edge Energy And Environmental Technologies

This marks the 17th year of the event, where more than 700 companies and organizations will be on hand to present their exhibits. Leading Japanese companies from a variety of industries will showcase the latest in environmental technologies, eco-products and services. These will cover eco-cars, energy-saving appliances, eco-materials, recycling, renewable energy, everyday products, distribution and more. “Eco-Products 2015” will take place Dec. 10-12 at Tokyo Big Sight.

Amminex Receives European Union Funding To Demonstrate Low-Emissions Vehicle Technology

From larger to smaller diesel vehicles, the project objective is to develop and demonstrate that Amminex’s already commercial ASDS technology and components for buses and trucks can be adapted to work in small- to medium-sized engines in passenger cars, light commercial vehicles and vans.

ROUSH Performance Recognized By US Department of Commerce For Global Export Efforts

The company now sells ROUSH-engineered performance parts and technologies for Ford Mustangs and F-150 trucks in the Middle East and China. In addition, it distributes the ROUSH Mustang vehicle program through Ford dealers in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, with plans to expand its vehicle programs into China for 2016.