The global electric-scooter (e-scooter) market has fallen far short of industry and government expectations for many years, but new initiatives are afoot to pave the way for wider adoption of the eco-friendly two-wheelers. BMW Motorrad is one of the powered two-wheeler (PTW) makers at the forefront

Bosch recently announced a major advancement in active motorcycle safety technology that is expected to change the image of motorcycling as a dangerous activity. The global automotive tier-1 supplier claimed that it has developed world's first brake control system for motorcycles. The motorcycl

Many exciting new products, bikes and concepts were unveiled at the 8th Taiwan International Motorcycle Industry Show (Motorcycle Taiwan 2013) and the 3rd Taiwan International Electric Vehicle Show (EV Taiwan 2013) at the Taiwan World Trade Center Exhibition Hall on April 10-13, 2013. The sh

The ISO9001: 2000-certified Sheng-E Enterprise Development Co., Ltd. is Taiwan's largest developer of cylinders, cylinder heads, crank rods and hot-forged piston for powered two-wheeler (PTW) applications. The firm also sells customized products for agricultural machinery, industrial machines, and

As a pioneer in scooter and motorcycle performance-tuning engine parts, Char Mo Machine Co., Ltd. claims to be the most comprehensive supplier of modified scooter/motorcycle engine cylinders and cylinder heads in Taiwan. Char Mo exports gloablly, especially Europe (Germany, the U.K., France, It

Due to still unsteady peripheral economic conditions in the EU, the EU market for motorcycles, scooters, tricycles and other vehicles in the L-category, has declined the fifth consecutive year in 2012 with another drop of 12.7%, according to ACEM (Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers in Europe).

With very high output of motor scooters for domestic and export sales, Taiwan is one of the top-three global suppliers of high-quality, innovative scooter performance-tuning parts. In recent years, however, the island has advanced furthered by supplanting Japan to take the lead in the sector. Af

To present R&D achievements in recent years to global visitors, the Taiwan Automotive Research Consortium (TARC), a key automotive industry alliance formed by domestic research institutes and private makers, showcased many advanced, innovative and globally competitive research results at this year'

The 8th Taiwan International Motorcycle Industry Show (2013 Motorcycle Taiwan) and 3rd Taiwan Int’l Electric Vehicle Show (EV Taiwan 2013), were held simultaneously from April 10-13 at the Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC) Exhibition Hall 1. The two shows were held in conjunction with two other m

Nu Flyer Co., Ltd. was established in 1976 in southern Taiwan’s Tainan City. Nu Flyer’s main products are starter clutches (50cc~800cc), starter gears for various vehicle makes and models (50cc~800cc), and starter idle gears (50cc~800cc). The company also supplies recoil starters, forks, gears

The 2013 TAIPEI AMPA (29th Taipei International Auto Parts & Accessories Show) and 2013 AutoTronics Taipei (8th Taipei International Automobile Electronics Show), two of the most important global auto-parts shows, were held April 10-13 and set all-time records, including 1,100 (up 4.7%) exhibitors

Based on more than three decades of experience built up since its establishment in the southern Taiwan city of Tainan, Shih Jeng Industrial Co., Ltd. has built up a significant presence in the global market with its ability to manufacture sophisticated engine pistons for automobiles, motorcycles, c

ITRI’s vision-based obstacle avoidance for parking features complex tech To present R&D achievements in recent years to global visitors, the Taiwan Automotive Research Consortium (TARC), a key automotive industry alliance formed by domestic research institutes and private makers, showcased many

Official subsidies program to create demand for 100,000 e-scooters in 4 years Taiwan is generally seen as heaven to promote electric scooters (e-scooters) due to many reasons, not least of which being geographically-mandated. The central alpine ridge forces most of the population to live in rela

China has been the largest market for electric powered two-wheelers (PTWs), including both e-scooters and e-motorcycles, for a long period since the Chinese government tries to control air pollution especially at major cities by limiting the volume of traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) PT

Four-in-one show revs up sales with record buyer, exhibitor turnouts The 8th Taiwan International Motorcycle Industry Show (2013 Motorcycle Taiwan) and 3rd Taiwan Int'l Electric Vehicle Show (EV Taiwan 2013), were held simultaneously from April 10-13 at the Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC) Exhib

Four-in-one event lures buyers with one-stop shopping convenience Many exciting new products, bikes and concepts were unveiled at the 8th Taiwan International Motorcycle Industry Show (Motorcycle Taiwan 2013) and the 3rd Taiwan International Electric Vehicle Show (EV Taiwan 2013) at the Taiwan W

Cyner Industrial Co. Ltd was established in Taichung, central Taiwan since 1978 and has developed into a top manufacturer of gears ( spur gear , sun gear ,planetary gear ,helical gear , timing gear , cam gear, crank gear , balance gear , forging gear ), shafts ( drive shaft , main shaft, count sh

Founded in 1996, Ken Tse Co., Ltd. is now a veteran specialist in the development and manufacturing of high-quality carburetors, key parts, and repair kits for automobiles, agricultural machinery, snowmobiles, outboard engines, lawn mowers, generators, and wood sawing machines. The company boast

Four-in-one event held first time to offer everything related to PTWs and cars The 2013 TAIPEI AMPA (29th Taipei International Auto Parts & Accessories Show) and 2013 AutoTronics Taipei (8th Taipei International Automobile Electronics Show), two of the most important global auto-parts shows, w

Improving spring conditions may push sales into black Due to still unsteady peripheral economic conditions in the EU, the EU market for motorcycles, scooters, tricycles and other vehicles in the L-category, has declined the fifth consecutive year in 2012 with another drop of 12.7%, according to

Established in 1980, Hsing Hua Electric Machinery Corp. is a specialized maker of electronic, electrical, and electrical machinery parts and accessories for automobiles, motorcycle, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), lawnmowers, agricultural machines, and outboard engines. The greater part of the product

Founded in 1984, Yaw Len Enterprise Co., Ltd. is a veteran maker specializing in producing high-quality and -precision piston rings for various internal combustion engines (ICE). The maker supplies piston rings ranging in diameters from 21mm to 100mm, including titanium-plated models, for variou

With more than 20 years of experience in the line, Catmotor Co., Ltd. is a veteran developer and manufacturer of a wide range of high-performance motorcycle parts and accessories. The company markets its quality, innovative products globally under its own "NICO" brand, which has become a major name

Pai Weih Enterprise Co. is known internationally as a trading firm that supplies high-quality spare and performance-turning parts and accessories for motorcycles, scooters, all terrain vehicles (ATV), snowmobiles, and other powersports applications. Established in 1979, Pai Weih has enjoyed ste

Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd. (KYMCO brand), a major powered two-wheeler (PTW) manufacturer in Taiwan, reportedly won an order from BMW for alternator systems for its new i3 luxury electric citycar, with an agreement signed between the two parties, according to foreign news wires. But KYMCO executive

Sales of electric vehicles (EVs), two-, three- or four-wheels, have been falling short of expectations of governments, makers, maybe not consumers but eco-conscious buyers for years, though likely to see "visible" growth over the next several years. Currently, sales of four-wheel EVs and elec

Since its inception in 1983, Char Mo Machine Co., Ltd. has focused on making engine parts mainly for powered two-wheeler (PTW) applications. The veteran manufacturer operates a modern plant in Taiwan, with advanced machine tools and skilled workers to turn out high-quality products, including m

Established in 1979, Pai Weih Enterprise Co., Ltd. is a veteran trading company internationally reputed for supplying high-quality spare and performance-turning parts and accessories for motorcycles, scooters, all terrain vehicles (ATV), snowmobiles, and other powersports applications. In recent

Established in 1978, Shih Jeng Industrial Co., Ltd. is a veteran company specializing in developing and manufacturing engine pistons for automobiles, motorcycles, chainsaws, lawnmowers, outboard engines, agricultural machines, compressors, and many other applications. The company's high-quality