Global Aftermarket
Garage Italia Customs Donates A Tailor-Made Jeep Renegade To The Womanity Foundation

The car was donated by Jeep Switzerland and it will be put up for auction at the PalaExpo in Geneva, during the Gala organized to celebrate the foundation’s 10th anniversary.

TE Connectivity’s Automotive Manufacturing Plant In Belgium Receives ‘Factory Of The Future 2016’ Award

The “Factory of the Future 2016” award was launched in 2015 and is part of the Flemish government’s “Made Different” program, which aims to strengthen the manufacturing industry in the region. Companies that receive the award have been investing for a number of years in state-of-the-art manufacturing technology, digitization, innovation and sustainability, and are now among the top manufacturers in this area.

Ericsson’s Software Innovation Accelerates Volvo In-Car Experience

Ericsson has supported Volvo’s Connected Vehicle Cloud (CVC) – based on Ericsson’s Multiservice Delivery Platform – since 2013. The CVC provides infotainment, applications and communication services in Volvo’s new cars.

Automechanika Dubai Continues To Expand Following Market Growth

Automechanika Dubai is the Middle East and Africa’s largest trade and networking fair for the automotive aftermarket. With more than 2,000 exhibitors from 60 countries set to take part this year, the three-day event targets growing regional demand for auto parts, services, accessories, tires, batteries and auto components.

Federal-Mogul Motorparts Receives National Quality Award From Mexican President

The company was presented the award in recognition of the world-class quality systems, global competitiveness and customer-focused success of its automotive friction facility in Tepotzotlán, Mexico.

Asahi Kasei Chemicals Celebrates The Opening Of Asahi Kasei Plastics Mexico S.A. de C.V.

The company says continued demand growth for plastic compounds is forecasted in Mexico, where United States, European and Japanese automotive manufacturers are increasing their presence. To meet this growing demand, Asahi Kasei established the new subsidiary in Mexico in June 2015 and began providing sales and technical support in September 2015.

Commercial Vehicle Group Announces Groundbreaking For New Facility In Mexico

This facility will allow CVG to expand and enhance its capabilities for the construction, agriculture and specialty vehicle markets.

FEV Group Reinforces Operations In Europe, South America, And Asia

Dr. Ernst Scheid and Dr. Michael Wilhelm assume management leadership of the newly founded FEV Asia GmbH; Dr. Norbert Alt becomes executive vice president of FEV GmbH.

Automotive Expert Michael J. Dunne Explains How China’s Recent Surge in Electric Vehicle Sales May Have Been Attributable To Fake Customers

In this latest audio interview from our content partner GlobalBusinessProfessor.com, automotive expert Michael J. Dunne shares details of what he describes as fraudulent activity that boosted China’s electric vehicle (EV) sales. Dunne is author of “American Wheels Chinese Roads: The Story of General Motors in China.” His commentaries have been published in the Wall Street Journal, International Herald Tribune and Automotive News.

Is Mexico The New Detroit? Why Your Next Car Is More Likely To Come From Latin America

Quick, name the largest vehicle producers in the world. China, Japan, Germany and the United States are probably among the more common answers. You might be surprised to learn that Mexico now belongs in that group.

Nexus Automotive International Outlines Key Initiatives In Its Aim To Become A Global Leader

Launched in February 2014 with an EU footprint and headquarters in Geneva, Nexus’ founding partners consist of 14 shareholders that are leading independent car parts distributors in multiple markets.

SUV Takes Over As The Best-Selling Segment In Europe For The First Time

For the first time in the history of European car sales, SUVs led the way, outselling the traditional subcompact and compact segments, posting an increase of 24 percent at 3.2 million units.