Text & Photos: Bhargav TS The biennial edition of Alucast 2014, which recently concluded at Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre, has emerged as a perfect convergence platform for numerous stakeholders across the aluminium die casting industry, attracting more exhibitors and visitors from across the globe. Organised by The Aluminium Casters’ Association of India and produced by NuernbergMesse India, the theme of[Read More…]
TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. is outlining at Airbag 2014 how a combination of advanced restraint systems can help to address the protection of rear seat occupants during frontal impacts. Dirk Schultz, director of Inflatable Restraints for TRW Occupant Safety Systems, said: “We conducted an analysis of the German In-Depth Accident Study database for information on injury patterns of rear-seated occupants[Read More…]
Sandhar Technologies Ltd., a diversified auto component manufacturing company with multiple product lines acquires the cabin business of Arkay Fabsteel Systems Pvt. Limited of Ambethan, Pune. With this Sandhar acquires the designing, manufacturing and sale of operator cabins for Back Hoe Loaders, Excavators, Wheel Loaders, Cranes, Skid Steers and Tractors including Assets, Rights under Contracts, Intellectual Property and Proprietary Information relating to the said business and[Read More…]
Automotive supplier will showcase award-winning concepts at leading European electronics event Visteon Corporation will present its latest automotive electronics innovations at Electronica 2014 in Munich, from Nov. 11-14, in Hall A6, Booth 343. Visteon will display several new connected technology concepts, including its industry-first connected Fusion platform, which was recently awarded a European innovation prize. Electronica 2014 is Visteon’s[Read More…]
Text: T Murrali The slowdown in the automotive industry is gradually vanishing and it may look up in the months to come. While the industry growth is promising and prospective – with demand for passengers and goods expected to grow between 8% and 12% a year, and the number of vehicles on road expected to double by 2020, there are[Read More…]
Text & Photos : Bhargav TS Alten India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alten France, has an aggressive growth strategy for India with plans to harness its global technologies and customise them for OEMs and component manufacturers here. The company that provides technology consulting and product engineering services to manufacturers is also planning to enter new avenues for growth. It[Read More…]
ADM Technologies has joined hands with International Armoring Corporation (IAC), USA to commence a bullet-proofing facility for vehicles in India. The joint venture company ADMA Specialty Vehicles India Pvt Ltd, will bring together the strength of both groups and help IAC to introduce the latest in the vehicle armour industry, in line with local specifications and customer requirement. ADM Technologies[Read More…]
This week at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2014, Dana Holding Corporation (NYSE: DAN) will exhibit a comprehensive lineup of advanced technologies specifically engineered to help fleets get more pay out of their loads through better performance, increased fuel economy, and improved durability. Located in hall 17, stand A24, Dana will present a wide range of innovations, including: a new global family[Read More…]
Delphi Automotive PLC has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Antaya Technologies Corp. (“Antaya”), a leading provider of proprietary on-glass connectors, enhancing the company’s portfolio in the rapidly growing automotive electrical connectors business. Antaya is the largest manufacturer of on-glass connectors for the automotive glass industry in North America, with a growing customer base in China and Europe. Antaya also supplies lead-free[Read More…]
Ford Motor Company today announced details on new development techniques used to create its all-new Mustang and F-150, originating with the automaker’s suppliers. As Ford embarks on its most aggressive product launch year to date, with 23 launches globally – 16 in North America – the company is looking to its suppliers to help differentiate its products in the global[Read More…]
