Automechanika Shanghai a Success
Automechanika Shanghai, which took place Dec. 10 – 12 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center, saw a record number of visitors and exhibitors, making it the world’s second largest Automechanika show.
PhD Student’s Discovery Removes Zinc Oxide from Tyre Manufacturing
Research conducted by a South African PhD student could prove to be a boon to the global tyre industry.
Conti’s Rearguard Action Takes Shape
As an increasing number of voices speak out in favour of the proposed Conti/Schaeffler merger, Continental AG executives have called in a number of high-profile investment banks to advise it on how best to defend its position.
Firestone Complete Fleet Care Goes Green
On June 18 and 19, Firestone Complete Fleet Care hosted representatives from 30 key business partners at an informational symposium in St. Louis that centered on how the automotive industry is taking steps to reduce its environmental impact.
Ford Announces 10th World Excellence Awards
The Ford Motor Company has held its 10th annual World Excellence Awards, at which the automotive manufacturer acknowledged 47 global suppliers for their efforts towards helping Ford develop higher quality and lower cost vehicles.
Automechanika Moscow Organiser Reports Successful Show
The organiser of Automechanika Moscow, held between Mar. 4-6, has reported a successful show.
AASA Vision Conference Set
Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association’s (AASA) Vision Conference 2008 will be held Feb. 29-Mar. 1 at the Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Fla.
New Supervisory Board Chairman for Amtel-Vredestein
Amtel-Vredestein N.V., Russia’s largest passenger car tyre manufacturer, has announced that Rafael Nagapetiants, managing director and head of the Corporate Finance Department at Alfa-Bank, has been appointed chairman of the company’s supervisory board.
Pamela Krebs Named Aftermarket Woman of the Year
(Akron/Tire Review) The Car Care Council Women’s Board has named Pamela Krebs, director, advertising and sales promotion for Robert Bosch Corp., as the fourth annual “Aftermarket Woman of the Year.”
OE Brand Has A Strong Influence on Aftermarket Sales
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The degree of individualisation that goes into commercial vehicles selling for six-figure sums is much higher than for passenger cars.