According to a report from the Economist Intelligence Unit, global electric vehicle (EV) sales are projected to surge by 21% year-on-year, reaching 14.9 million units in 2024. This surge would constitute 24.6% of global new vehicle sales, marking a 3.6% increase in overall market share. These robus

Leveraging more than 25 years of experience in the hand tools industry, Forge Master Industrial Co., Ltd. operates as a manufacturer-based trading company in Taiwan. The company specializes in adjustable wrenches, socket wrench sets & sockets, hand tool kits, combination wrenches, water pump pliers

Tianjin, 14 November 2023. The steadily increasing rate of car ownership in China and corresponding swell in demand for auto maintenance and repair has led to a favourable outlook for the automotive aftermarket. To support this growth, the Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR), an influential inte

Intro On November 2, 2023, the three-day Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) for this year concluded. Over the past three years, navigating the challenges posed by the pandemic and the subsequent partial recovery last year, this year's event stood out with an impressive assembly of appr

AAPEX, one of the world's top three automotive aftermarket exhibitions, is set to begin on October 31 in Las Vegas. Despite the challenges posed by a three-year period marked by the pandemic and a gradual recovery phase last year, this year's event boasts an impressive gathering of approximately 2,

Based on data from the Automotive Research & Testing Center (ARTC), the global automotive market's sales revenue has yet to fully recover to its pre-pandemic levels. In comparison to 2021, the global automotive market experienced a decline of 0.6% in 2022. However, the electric vehicle (EV) market

After a five-year-long hiatus, Thailand International Auto Parts & Accessories Show 2023 (TAPA 2023) will kick off on April 5 to 8 at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) for the first time after the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak. The organizers anticipate that over 500 manufacturer

Originally the biennial Thailand Auto Parts & Accessories Show (TAPA) is finally re-launched from April 5 to 8, 2023 after a five-year hiatus since 2018 due to the pandemic. At this year’s TAPA, more than 500 manufacturers of automotive parts, decorative accessories, and related services will be ga

The 2023 Annual National Hardware Show (NHS 2023), running from January 31 to February 2 in the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, continues to be a proven success, with a number of high-profile Taiwanese exhibitors from various sectors adding sparkle to it. For decades, few would do

■Kuo Fan-lin Maxx is a hand tool service brand of Qiao Song Technology that focuses on car repair and maintenance. One of our advantages is that we are not only from Taiwan, a world-renowned hand tool origin, but we can also provide a series of related auto repair hand tools. Various repair i

■Shen Chia-yi HansTools (HansTool Industrial Co., Ltd) offers everything you could want for automotive maintenance machinery repair, and construction projects. Hans Tools provides a stunning range of over 9000 individual items and sizes, including tools. Tools are offered in complete size ranges

Easen Hardware Corp. is a globally-renowned professional hand tool and auto repair tool manufacturer. Founded in 1983, Easen provides top-notch quality OEM services to global hand tool brands. The firm was able to leverage digitalization, its efforts in market development, and integrating experienc

A-KRAFT Tools developed the Ratchet-KH3200S ratchet wrench to fully meet the growing demands of the professional tool market, but also it also completely solves the problems that have long plagued traditional ratchet wrenches, which are often too long and heavy to use. At present, 80% of Ratchet-KH

Located in Taiwan's central city of Taichung, Shen Yeong Co., Ltd. specializes in manufacturing auto repair tools thanks to its considerable know-how and capabilities. Shen Yeong is a consistent developer of practical auto repair tools and kits, including hex keys, screwdrivers, L-shaped socket

Power & Hard Industry is dedicated to manufacturing high-quality hand tools and various pliers for over two decades and has developed its “Flying Fish” brand. The company’s brake pliers are most often used in auto repair, coming in both Japan and European types, making it a favorite choice among cu

∎ Lo Shu-hua TOP-RANK Industrial CO., LTD., established in 1979, has 40 years of production experience as a veteran specialist in developing and manufacturing high-quality automotive tools and hand tools. It is located at the heart of Taiwan’s hand tools hub in Taichung City. To expand its b

North America’s biggest auto parts show AAPEX 2022 is kicking off on November 1 at Venetian Expo (formerly Sands Expo). With the U.S. as a major destination for Taiwan’s aftermarket auto parts, especially with the infrastructure bill attracting significant investment from all sides, AAPEX would mar

Introduction The five-day biennial Automechanika Frankfurt wrapped up on Sept. 17, debuting as the first in-person event after four years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Show Info The show saw over 3,000 exhibitors from 70 countries, bringing various products from automotive parts, maint

The biennial Automechanika Frankfurt 2022 show kicked off on Sept. 13 and is slated to last five days. As the world's top-quality trade fair in the industry, the show presents a wide range of products, including various auto parts, maintenance and repair equipment, tools, automotive electronics, Ma

⬛ Rosa Lo Silver Both Industrial Ltd (SBTools), established in 1974, specializes in exporting hand tools, and hardware. SBTOOLS features wide range of hand tools from woodworking to garden, to auto-repair, and more. Anything you need for your workshop, garage, yard or even just for general h

Shou King Enterprise upholds its business philosophy and operation policies by enforcing strict quality control of all its manufacturing processes, and ensures each product is inspected properly. A final inspection is carried out to ensure quality in each batch of auto special tools compounding pro

Founded in 1975 in Taichuang, A-Tina Tools Co., Ltd is an industry leader in Hand Tools. With around 45 years of manufacturing experience, it can provide customization in accordance to client requirements. The company offers various tool cases in materials such as hollow molding in plastic, aluminu

Easen Hardware Corp. is a globally-renowned professional hand tool and auto repair tool manufacturer. Founded in 1983, Easen provides top-notch quality OEM services to global hand tool brands. The firm was able to leverage digitalization, its efforts in market development, and integrating experienc

Rounding up a unique year, Automechanika Shanghai’s physical fair closes its doors after successfully engaging with players worldwide through its hybrid platform, AMS Live. These onsite-to-online activities presented dynamic opportunities to reconnect the automotive ecosystem and further stimulate

For the first time, Automechanika Shanghai establishes hybrid gateways for onsite and overseas players accessing one of the most valuable assemblies for the automotive industry in 2020. Under the prevailing “Dual Circulation” policy in China, the show’s new format opens up wider sourcing, networkin

Preface The three-in-one Taipei AMPA wrapped up on Oct. 24 at the Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2. According to TAITRA’s statistics, the four-day event attracted approximately 6,000 professional visitors, including representatives from Tesla Taiwan, TOYOTA, FORD, NISSAN, the joint EV venture be

Ms Fiona Chiew, Deputy General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, reflected that: “As the industry starts to spring back from the effects of COVID-19, we believe that highly influential platforms like Automechanika Shanghai play a crucial role rejuvenating the market. It is our mission to help play

■ Kuo Fang-lin Global Hardware Industry Trends According to market research and advisory company TechNavio’s data, the global hand tools market is slated to expand to USD$125.5 billion in market value by 2022. Moreover, North American and European markets make up over half of that market valu

Founded in 1975 in Taichung, A-Tina Co., Ltd. is an industry leader in hand tools. With around 45 years of manufacturing experience, it can provide customization in accordance to client requirements. The company offers various tool cases in materials such as hollow molding in plastic, aluminum, iro

Taiwan’s hardware tools have always been regarded as top choices among global key buyers, as the products are innovative and come patent-certified, making them highly sought-after by buyers who want the complete package. The North American region is a prime market for the hardware and hand tool ind