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Continental Automotive Brake Systems’ new plant takes it to global standards

Continental Automotive Brake Systems’ new plant takes it to global standards

Text: J Srikant   With the aim of servicing both local and international clients better, Continental Automotive Brake Systems (India) Private Limited, a subsidiary of the international automotive supplier Continental, recently moved its Hydraulic Brake Systems (HBS) manufacturing to a new plant in Gurgaon. The fullfledged plant also has an R&D centre, making it an end-to-end solution for Continental. Spread across an area of 7,000 sq m, the new plant has an[Read More…]

by — August 7, 2014 — Business Filings, Newscast, Web Exclusive

Auto Component industry bottoming out

Text: J Srikant Industry will return to 4-6% growth after falling by 2.1% in FY2014 Trailing the revenue trajectory of the auto industry, the auto component industry too recorded its first revenue de-growth in over a decade, falling by 2.1% in the financial year 2013-14. Auto Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) reported that the component industry has recorded a revenue of[Read More…]

by — August 7, 2014 — Business Filings, Newscast, Web Exclusive
Bosch Emission Systems: market for clean truck and construction machinery powertrains booming

Bosch Emission Systems: market for clean truck and construction machinery powertrains booming

Ambitious emissions standards are boosting business worldwide for Bosch Emission Systems GmbH & Co. KG (BESG). Regulations such as Tier 4 final emission limits and Euro 6 are driving demand for exhaust-gas treatment systems for trucks, diggers, and other mobile machinery. “When it comes to commercial vehicles, the global market for these systems will double by 2020,” predicts Dr. Markus[Read More…]

by — August 6, 2014 — Allied Business, International, Newscast, Web Exclusive
Innovative control unit for the Audi 7-speed S tronic dual clutch transmission

Innovative control unit for the Audi 7-speed S tronic dual clutch transmission

Dual clutch transmissions are proving so popular because they offer drivers benefits in terms of fuel efficiency, smooth gearshifts and vehicle performance. Growing numbers of drivers are delighted at the resultant blend of sporty driving pleasure and fully automated gearshifts, accompanied by a drop in fuel consumption compared to manual gearboxes of as much as five percent. Not for nothing[Read More…]

by — August 5, 2014 — International, Newscast, Web Exclusive

Optimistic Growth in Indonesia’s Machine Tools Market: Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan is optimistic on growth in Indonesia’s machine tools and cutting tools market due to the individual growth of the mining, power generation, automobile, aerospace & defense industry. K Vinod Cartic, Consultant at Frost & Sullivan said that as the use of composite materials in automobile industry increases, diamond tipped tools will also grow faster vis-a-vis cemented carbide[Read More…]

by — August 4, 2014 — Allied Business, International, Newscast, Web Exclusive
Multitasking machines highlight ACMEE 2014

Multitasking machines highlight ACMEE 2014

Text & Photos: Bhargav TS   The 11th edition of ACMEE 2014 showcased the powerhouse of the manufacturing industry by bringing in the latest machines that help in improving productivity and efficiency. The participants in the event focused on multitasking machines, which are helpful in enhancing productivity, achieving consistent accuracy and a higher working life of products. The 5-day event, which recently concluded at Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam drew more than 450[Read More…]

by — August 3, 2014 — Newscast, Trending, Web Exclusive

Halla Visteon Climate Control Completes Acquisition of Thermal and Emissions Product Line of Cooper-Standard Automotive

Halla Visteon Climate Control Corp., has announced it has completed the acquisition of the automotive thermal and emissions product line of Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc., a subsidiary of Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (NYSE:CPS), in a cash transaction valued at $46 million, subject to price adjustment. The transaction was announced by both companies on June 30. “We are pleased to have completed this acquisition,[Read More…]

by — August 3, 2014 — International, Newscast, Web Exclusive

Paccar announces increased second quarter revenues and earning

“PACCAR reported increased revenues and net income for the second quarter of 2014,” said Ron Armstrong, chief executive officer. “PACCAR’s second quarter results reflect the benefits of improving truck sales in the U.S. and Canada and strong aftermarket parts and financial services results worldwide. I am very proud of our 22,600 employees who have delivered excellent results to our shareholders[Read More…]

by — August 3, 2014 — Allied Business, Finance, International, Newscast, Web Exclusive
Toyota starts CVT production in China

Toyota starts CVT production in China

Toyota Motor Corporation’s (TMC’s) vehicle powertrain production subsidiary in Changshu, China, Toyota Motor (Changshu) Auto Parts Co., Ltd. (TMCAP), held a ceremony here today to officially mark the start of localized production of continuously variable transmissions (CVTs), which is a first for Toyota outside Japan. Production of transaxles for hybrid vehicles―also a first for Toyota outside Japan―is scheduled to begin[Read More…]

by — August 3, 2014 — International, Newscast, Trending, Web Exclusive
TRW’s Electric Park Brake technology gains momentum with Japanese automakers

TRW’s Electric Park Brake technology gains momentum with Japanese automakers

TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (NYSE: TRW), the global leader in active and passive safety, has launched its latest-generation Electric Park Brake (EPB) technology with three major Japanese based vehicle manufacturers and will begin production with a fourth automaker in the near future.  The EPB system functions as a conventional hydraulic brake for standard service brake applications, and as an electric[Read More…]

by — August 3, 2014 — Allied Business, International, Newscast, Web Exclusive
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