The history of Taiwan's plastic extrusion machinery industry can be traced back to four decades ago, and most of the manufacturers in this line today have been around for nearly as long. Over the years, many large-sized manufacturers have steadily upgraded their product lines and now turn out a var

Taipei, Nov. 10, 2005 (CENS)--The aggregate production value of Taiwan's transportation vehicle industry reached NT$402.98 billion (US$11.99 billion at US$1: NT$33.6) in the first three quarters this year, up 6.4% from the same period of last year, according to IT IS (Industrial Technology Informat

John Shih established Lian Yu Oil Seal Enterprise Co. in 1979 and guided it through boom times and bust until it has become, today, one of Taiwan's top makers of rubber seals for automobiles and heavy machinery. The ISO9000:2000-certified company, of which Shih is chairman, supplies a wide range

Shini Plastics Technologies Inc., founded in 1969, specializes in the development and production of various kinds of ancillary equipment for the plastics-forming industry. It claims one of the most progressive in-house research and development departments in its sector in Taiwan. Shini started o

Taipei, Aug. 9, 2005 (CENS)-- Siemens VDO Automotive AG of Germany, a leading global auto-parts supplier, recently held a procurement-policy briefing session in Taiwan seeking to find some qualified suppliers on the island. According to Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), which h

Taiwan's automotive-production industry has been chosen by the island's government as a target for special development. The production value of Taiwan's automotive industry reached a record high of NT$385 billion (US$11.44 billion at US$1: NT$31.3) in 2004, up 13.6% from the previous year.

Total output for transportation vehicles and parts made in Taiwan, including the automobile, powered two-wheeler (PTW), and bicycle segments, reached NT$121.6 billion (US$3.87 billion at US$1:NT$31.4) in the first quarter, up 5.2% from the same period of last year By individual segment, th

Taipei, May 23, 2005 (CENS)--Thanks to mining exploitation and various economic cooperation and aid projects, Africa has in recent years been developing very rapidly, prompting Taiwan's trade organizations to actively develop exports to the market there. In 2004, Taiwan's two-way trade with Afr

Established in 1969, Tong Hong Automobile Parts Co. is one of Taiwan's most experienced maker of engine gaskets, and its largest. The ISO9002- and QS9000-approved company also produces rubber parts, oil seals, and valve-stem seals. Its products are marketed worldwide under the THG, KP, and NR brand

Taipei, May 4, 2005 (CENS)--Two globally leading auto-parts groups are invited by Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) to hold procurement seminars in Taipei this week, including Tenneco Automotive of the United States and Uni-Select of Canada. TAITRA said that Tenneco is one of th

Taipei, April 1, 2005 (CENS)--The Automechanika Asia 2005, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region's leading trade fair for the automotive original equipment (OE) and aftermarket sector from design to maintenance and recycling, will be held on April 6-9 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Taipei, March 25, 2005 (CENS)--Taiwan's Yulon Group and Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) will jointly organize an auto-parts delegation to explore original equipment (OE) auto-parts business in the U.S. in June. Yulon is the largest automobile-manufacturing conglomerate in Taiw

The 21st Taipei Int'l Auto/Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Show 2005 (Taipei AMPA 2005)' the largest auto/motorcycle parts and accessory show in Asia and considered among the top three in the world' will be held、 on May 13-16 in Taipei. Organizers say that the show will be the biggest ever' in terms

Continental AG of Germany recently held a meeting in Taiwan with over 30 local auto-parts makers-its first such--to evaluate qualified suppliers of brake-caliper parts and components. Zou Bo' chief of Continental's Asia procurement office' which is located in Shanghai' says that his office plans

Taipei, Jan. 17, 2005 (CENS)--ArvinMeritor Inc. of the U.S. recently held an auto-parts procurement-policy seminar in Taiwan for many invited local suppliers, according to Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA). ArvinMeritor procured over US$20 million worth of auto parts from Asia i

Continental AG of Germany recently held a meeting in Taiwan with over 30 local auto-parts makers—its first such--to evaluate qualified suppliers of brake-caliper parts and components. Zou Bo, chief of Continental's Asia procurement office, which is located in Shanghai, says that his office plan

Taipei, Dec. 24, 2004 (CENS)--Continental AG of Germany recently held its first procurement meeting with over 30 auto-parts suppliers in Taiwan, though the firm set up an international procurement office in Shanghai, mainland China early this year. Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAIT

The recent 2004 edition of the Taipei Int'l Auto/Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Show (Taipei AMPA) further consolidated its position as one of the most important auto parts and accessories promotional events in the world, with a turnout of both exhibitors and foreign buyers that blasted away past r

Yuan Feng Fu Auto Parts Co. recently introduced several new rubber-boot (dustcover) products and related tools for the replacement market. The new products feature universal application, ease of installation, and high quality. One of these products is a universal-replacement steering-rod boot th

Established in 1993, Ming Chang Rubber Co., Ltd., formerly Hung Pin Hsing Rubber Enterprise Co., is a UKAS ISO-9001-certified company specialized in the development and manufacture of valve-stem seals for automobiles and motorcycles. The enterprise was launched by founder Chen Yi-chang, who had

We're Top Co. (WAT) was set up in 1999 to develop and manufacture high-end auto-racing parts that promise more power, enhanced steering, and more driving fun. It was a young Taiwanese auto racer, in fact, who established the firm together with a Japanese professional auto technician. Polo Shih,

After several years of development, Homytech Corp., Ltd. Recently rolled out its new Rolless line of rubber rings, innovative items that help prevent roll during operation of an automobile and upgrade steering performance. According to Homytech president Benjamin Chen, the special-formula rubber

A select group of Taiwanese and Japanese auto-parts suppliers have announced they are actively preparing to individually set up plants near a planned Toyota auto factory in Guangzhou, mainland China. The firms include Aisin Seiki Co. of Japan, Elite Sewing Machine Manufacturing Co. (Aisin's Taiwan

A Taiwanese delegation consistings of representatives from the island's makers of automobile, PTW (powered two-wheeler)motorcycle, and related parts makers recently visited India to and discuss cooperation possibilities with called upon seven complete auto/ and motorcycle makers there for future's

Cada Industrial Co., Ltd. Is one of the top three makers of automobile-engine gaskets in Taiwan and one of the world's most comprehensive suppliers of engine-repair kits for Japanese car models. The company became the first firm in Taiwan to be certified under the ISO/TS 16949 international automot

The recent 2004 edition of the Taipei Int'l Auto/Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Show (Taipei AMPA) further consolidated its position as one of the most important auto parts and accessories promotional events in the world, with a turnout of both exhibitors and foreign buyers that blasted away past r

Taipei, June 23, 2004 (CENS)--The Fiat Group, Italy's largest automobile production conglomerate, has decided to procure auto parts from Taiwan, according to Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA). TAITRA said that Fiat's procurement project from the island is one of the initial resu

Taipei, June 3, 2004 (CENS)--The Industrial Development Bureau (IDB) of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) is scheduled to group several R&D strategic alliances among makers in rolling stock (railway vehicle)-relevant industries in Taiwan. IDB said that Taiwan's high speed railway system i

The 20th Taipei Int'l Auto/Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Show 2004 (TAIPEI AMPA 2004), the largest auto/motorcycle parts and accessory show in Asia and considered among the top three in the world, will be held on May 24-27 in Taipei featuring a record number of exhibitors and booths. The show's

Unipoint Electric Manufacturing Co. was established in 1972 to make electrical auto parts, and over the years has developed a comprehensive line of high-quality auto air-conditioning system parts and wiper products. In recent years it has joined the prestigious ranks of makers with ISO9001 and QS90