Chengdu, 2 April 2024. The 10th edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will take place from 16 to 18 May 2024 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center. Rooted in the Southwest China automotive industr

Unsung Stars Inside Automobiles Experiencing a substantial and consistently growing export base each year, Taiwan's auto parts industry has earned certification from various international authorities for its high quality, garnering recognition from industry insiders. Primarily composed of sm

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

Founded in 1987, Mytools Enterprise Co., Ltd. has obtained ISO 9001:2015 certification, underscoring the company’s dedication to quality. The fi rm’s cornerstone lies in rigorous quality control, with a laboratory and inspection room equipped with various instruments to thoroughly scrutinize each p

Yang San Enterprise Co., Ltd. specializes in the development and production of various automotive switches, focusing on automotive power window switches. In response to buyers' requirements and changes in the market, the firm has actively developed new products for automotive sensors and controller

Renowned as "Technology Island," Taiwan boasts significant technological prowess in semiconductor manufacturing, ICT, and automotive component production, encompassing motors, automotive chips, panels, and circuit board design. Leveraging these strengths, coupled with the systematic integration

Faced with the prevailing downturn in the industry, the Taiwan Machine Tool & Accessory Builders' Association (TMBA) has presented the government with five proposals. The objective is to bolster the competitiveness of the industry's exports and attract new orders. TMBA highlighted that over 80%

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

Shanghai, October 2023. From 29 November to 2 December 2023, Automechanika Shanghai will open for the 18th edition, housing more than 5,600 exhibitors in over 300,000 sqm of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). Globally recognised as one of the most influential platforms for th

On 18 October, the Chinese Government announced that the country would remove all restrictions on foreign investment in the domestic manufacturing sector in the latest efforts to open up the economy to the rest of the world. While levies were already lifted in passenger car manufacturing, the decis

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,

Relying primarily on exports, the auto parts manufacturing industry in Taiwan experienced a considerable downturn in 2020 due to the global ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as lockdowns were gradually lifted worldwide and the international automobile supply chain encountered disrupt

To address the challenges posed by global inflation and the repercussions of the Russo-Ukrainian War, the International Trade Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), has commissioned the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) to orchestrate collaborative efforts within the

As a part of its 50th anniversary celebration, ITRI hosted the International Forum Envisioning a Better Future on September 12 to explore Taiwan’s forthcoming industry opportunities toward 2035. The event featured participation from industry giants such as Applied Materials, Corning Incorporated, M

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

Automechanika Dubai 2023 Recognized as the largest international automotive aftermarket trade show in the Middle East, Automechanika Dubai plays a pivotal role as the central trading hub, especially for markets that present challenges in accessibility. It effectively fosters connections across t

Unleashing global opportunities: The Taiwan International Tools & Hardware Expo embracing the worldwide market The Taiwan International Tools & Hardware Expo (TiTE 2023) made its highly anticipated debut in Taichung in 2022, marking a significant milestone in Taiwan's post-pandemic era. As Taiwa

The outlook for the automotive aftermarket appears promising! According to a report by The Business Research Company, market size of the aftermarket sector is projected to reach US$1237.49 billion by 2026, with a compounded annual growth rate of 10.3%. Additionally, Grand View Research forecasts th

Yokoma Auto was established in 1998 as a subsidiary of Yakoma Group. With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, and a manufacturer specializing in brake pad/shoes, brake discs/drum, truck lining, and CV pads. Yokoma Auto has OEM businesses with major brake parts suppliers in Europe and

“Foxconn can do more than just manufacturing.” Planning to release automobile intelligent technology applications related to ChatGPT on 10/18 HHTD (Hon Hai Tech Day), Foxconn has set up a department engaged in software development under the leadership of Chairman Young Liu. Their primary goal i

In an effort to seize the post-pandemic business opportunities, Taipei AMPA, AUTOTRONICS TAIPEI, and 2035 E-Mobility Taiwan will be jointly held as a three-in-one Mega show at the Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1 from April 12th to 15th. According to the statistics compiled by the event organize

Taiwan’s most influential E-Mobility trade show, 2035 E-Mobility Taiwan, is set to kick off from April 12 to 15 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1. Presenting a comprehensive E-Mobility ecosystem, 2035 E-Mobility Taiwan features 6 main categories: Electric, Autonomous, Connected, Interactio

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

By Steve Chuang After robust growth in the past few years, the global automotive and auto parts industries will likely be fretted by a slowdown, for various reasons, this year, when the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has just reported gloomy economic forecasts for 2023. However, the energetic

To organizers of professional trade fairs, the down is coming again after more than two years of the COVID-19 darkness. Between 2022 and 2023, trade fairs of automotives and auto parts all over the world generally witnessed visitor and exhibitor turnouts recover to normal levels, while some held in

Based in the U.S., Full Come Worldwide Corp. is a highprofile manufacturer with operations in Taiwan, and supplies various auto parts that fi t heavy-duty, construction, industrial, and agricultural equipment with high market coverage. Focusing on the global automotive aftermarket, the firm obta

Yokoma Auto was established in 1998 as a subsidiary of Yakoma Group. With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, and a manufacturer specializing in brake pad/shoes, brake discs/drum, truck lining, and CV pads. Yokoma Auto has OEM businesses with major brake parts suppliers in Europe and

Major component suppliers are adjusting their operational strategies as long-term trends in specific markets have grown in size and demand. Circuit protection component maker Thinking Electronic is such a company, with its newly-appointed general manager Chung Shih-yin noting that the company wi