Global Aftermarket
AkzoNobel Opens New Technology Center In Shanghai

The majority of the products supported by the new facility will be waterborne and powder-based, in line with the AkzoNobel’s goals to develop more eco-premium solutions.

Startup Autobahn: Daimler Brings Business Accelerator To Stuttgart

Daimler has established Startup Autobahn together with Silicon Valley accelerator Plug and Play, the University of Stuttgart and ARENA2036. The group’s focus will be on ideas and projects associated with the future of mobility.

International Trade Administration Releases Reports Ranking Top Export Markets For US Industries

Auto parts listed among the top export markets by the International Trade Administration. Nineteen new reports provide U.S. companies with latest assessment of export opportunities.

From AMN Global: Autopromotec Organizers Report Growth In Pre-Registration Numbers For 2017 Event

At the end of April, 761 companies had submitted pre-registration information, 9 percent more than the same period in 2014.

From GlobalBusinessProfessor.com: Market Analysis For Exporting

In this On Demand Seminar featuring Leif Holmvall, president of Export Pro Inc. Canada, examples of different ways to research a market, including obtaining statistics and eliminating markets that are of no interest, are discussed.

Brembo Finalizes Acquisition Of 66-Percent Stake In ASIMCO Meilian Braking Systems

ASIMCO Melian Braking Systems, based in Langfang, in the Chinese province of Hebei, owns a foundry and a plant for the manufacturing of cast-iron brake discs.

Dana Hosts Forum To Promote Manufacturing Excellence, Innovation As Part Of ‘Made in China 2025’ Initiative

The one-day event was held at the company’s technical and manufacturing campus in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, as part of a celebration of Dana’s 25th anniversary in China.

Bridgestone Americas Announces Divestiture Of Its Venezuela Operations To The Corimon Group

This divestiture follows Bridgestone Firestone Venezolana C.A. deconsolidation in the third quarter of 2015, and a strategic decision to prioritize Bridgestone’s growth and investment in other Latin American markets.

Autopromotec Organizers Report Growth In Pre-Registration Numbers For 2017 Event

At the end of April, 761 companies had submitted pre-registration information, 9 percent more than the same period in 2014. More than 10 percent of these pre-registrations are from first-time exhibitors, event organizers say.

Magna Celebrates Grand Opening Of Mexico Exteriors Facility

The 290,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art injection molding and robotic paint line facility will employ approximately 600 people and will supply global automakers with molded and painted parts.

Auto Care Association Hosts Successful Trade Mission To Peru

Eight aftermarket companies participated in the mission, including Cloyes Gear and Products Inc., ACL Distribution, Performance Friction Corp., Gates Interamerica, APW Knox-Seeman Warehouse Inc., CARDONE, Meyerban LLC and Gabriel. Staff and members from the Overseas Automotive Council of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association also participated and helped recruit participants for the trade mission.

Henniges Automotive Establishes Second Strategic Alliance With Burkool S.A. To Serve Brazilian Market

The new partnership, based in Porto Alegre, Brazil, creates a local resource to address customer needs within their region. The agreement continues to expand the global footprint of Henniges Automotive and will provide a sealing solutions source for automakers in the region.