Global Aftermarket
Solvay Acquires EPIC Polymers’ Long-Fiber Thermoplastics Business

This technology deal will expand lightweight materials offering for automotive and other transportation market applications.

Brembo Grows In China, Buys Controlling Stake Of Brake Disc Producer

Brembo has entered into an agreement to purchase 66 percent of ASIMCO Meilian Braking Systems, a company producing braking discs in the Beijing area.

VIPAR Heavy Duty Adds New Member In Mexico

Distribuidora ARESCO, S.A. de C.V. is the newest company to join the VIPAR Heavy Duty network of distributors as a stockholder.

BRC Gas Equipment Expands OEM Relationship With Honda Turkey

As of Sept. 15, Honda began converting Civics within its own factory in Turkey using BRC’s LPG bi-fuel kits.

MEYLE To Demonstrate New Products At the Equip Auto

The most prominent display during this year’s appearance, according to the company, will be a vehicle jacked on a lifting platform and packed with MEYLE and MEYLE-HD parts, allowing visitors to visualize MEYLE parts on-board.

Dayco Unveils New Websites, Global Aftermarket Catalog

To provide an enhanced online experience for its customers, Dayco has unveiled its next-generation website at Dayco.com, and its updated global automotive aftermarket catalog, DaycoCatalogue.com.

Twintec AG Acquires Kontec GmbH

The acquisition is a significant strategic and economic milestone for Twintec in connection with its envisioned growth in the OEM business over the next few years. Kontec GmbH is one of Germany’s top providers of OEM development services for engines and exhaust gas aftertreatment.

Magna Signs Agreement To Acquire Stadco

Stadco has four manufacturing facilities located in the United Kingdom and one in Germany, employing approximately 1,400 people.

Ituran Subsidiary Signs Agreement With Global Automaker To Offer Telematics Services In Brazil

Ituran’s services include: vehicle security, personal safety, remote diagnostic, Web and app application and Concierge. The service will be launched through a joint venture called IRT (Ituran Road Track) of which 50 percent is owned by Ituran.

From GlobalBusinessProfessor.com: Bridging Cultures To Drive Performance

In the 21-minute seminar, Sam Yankelevitch shares practical knowledge, tools and tips to understanding how Mexican culture drives behaviors and how to improve performance and execution in the automotive industry.

Goodyear Ends Global Alliance With SRI

The alliance, which was formed in 1999, primarily consisted of four joint venture operating companies, one each in North America and Europe, and two in Japan.

Chinese Engineering Firm Poly Technologies To Start Construction Of Uzbekistan-Based Rubber Plant

The rubber production facility is one of the key projects implemented as part of the cooperation agreement signed between China and Uzbekistan during the official visit of Chinese President Jinping Xi to the country.