Global Aftermarket
Continental To Expand Replacement Business

During its annual press conference, Continental CEO Elmar Degenhart shared that expansion of the tire business and further acquisitions are on the cards as part of the company’s aim of reducing its reliance on the automotive original equipment industry.

AkzoNobel Hosts Capital Markets Day 2014

The event is intended to give analysts and investors further insight into the operational strategies AkzoNobel is pursuing in its three business areas and will feature an introduction from CEO Ton Buchner as well as presentations from the responsible executive committee members and from CFO Keith Nichols.

Messe Frankfurt Announces Acquisition Of Automotive Engineering Show In India

Previously owned and managed by Focussed Event Management Pvt Ltd, the Automotive Engineering Show further expands Messe Frankfurt’s portfolio of mobility and infrastructure fairs by promoting innovations at the manufacturing level, for one of the world’s fastest-growing automotive markets.

WABCO Gains Recognition For Continued Success In China

WABCO’s president of Asia region named among ‘Top 100 New Leaders’ in China’s economy.

Automechanika Istanbul To Take Place April 10-13

The dynamic Turkish automotive market requires good preparation and smooth entry conditions. If you would like to enter this rapidly growing market or expand your existing business in Turkey, Automechanika Istanbul is the right platform for you.

Green Tire Standard Launched In China

Trials of a new specification standard for eco tires began in China on March 1, the China Rubber Industry Association (CRIA) reports.

TRW’s New Steering Wheel Concept Supports Automated Driving

The steering wheel offers a number of multi-functional features including hands on/off detection to help support the driver during semi-automated and automated driving situations.

Mahindra Challenges India To Drive Disruptive Innovation

Company launches “Rise Prize,” India’s biggest award for innovation.

Axalta Coating Systems To Invest $60 Million In Germany

Company is expanding its waterborne coatings production capacity.

Bosch Continues To Expand International Presence, Lays Foundation For New Plant In Russia

Company is investing some 50 million euros to meet growing demand for locally produced automotive technology.

Yokohama Opens Indian Plant

The facility is gearing up for volume production of the ‘Earth-1’ tire, a product designed for the Indian market, and it will have an initial daily capacity of 2,000 tires (700,000 tires a year), a quarter of the intended peak capacity.

TRW Receives Volvo Cars Quality Excellence Awards

The VQE Award is based on a set of fundamental quality and manufacturing disciplines that ensure a supplier’s success and drive a supplier’s continual improvement.