Tormax Auto-Mechanic Corp. is a versatile developer and manufacturer of various kinds of repair tools and equipment for automobiles, trucks, and motorcycles. The company is in a position to supply a wide range of maintenance and repair tools and equipment. The firm accepts small-batch, large-v

Over the past few years, the forged aluminum wheel sector has been growing rapidly in Taiwan, with a handful of serious players having geared up to take on the Big Leaguers. Industry observers are eagle-eyeing the moves made by Taiwan-based forged aluminum-wheel makers, who aim to crack the

Increasingly more trade show organizers realize that progress in especially technologically-intensive trades as the automotive industry hinges on innovation being made, which relies on inspiring and rewarding creative minds who are willing to turn cutting-edge ideas into reality, even better if suc

Due to limited driving range, light electric vehicles (LEVs) are making the biggest inroads today among commuters in high-density urban markets. Much of Taiwan's population is concentrated in the type of large and compact cities in which LEVs excel, giving the island a natural home market to fuel t

Taiwan's automotive-electronics industry took another step forward recently with the signing of an agreement between the Automotive Research & Testing Center (ARTC) and four private companies to set up a strategic alliance for the development of advanced parking guidance systems (APGS). The al

Fred Cheng, president of the Nan Hoang Traffic Instrument Co., Taiwan's largest manufacturer of friction material, recently confirmed that his company is working with strategic partners to develop the most advanced non-organic ceramic-fiber material and related equipment for making top-end ceramic

Devoting years of effort to develop vehicular technologies in Taiwan to realize urban transport solutions based on need has paid off again, besides playing a role to launch an LEV in 2007, for James Wang, a familiar figure at the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), the largest and most

Safeway Machinery Industry Corporation was set up by Hong Ching-wen in collaboration with some enthusiastic investors in 1985. Each of the original investors has solid technology background in mechanical research and development work. In the early stage of its inception, Safeway mainly manufactu

Nobody in the auto parts sector worldwide can escape the impact from the global recession in the wake of the financial storm, which has tightened both corporate and consumer credit lines to sap spending power all over. The fallout in the automotive sector has been sagging new car sales and resultin

With many export-reliant suppliers worldwide struggling to stay afloat during the global recession and, especially relevant, considering that the Big Three American automakers are floundering, auto parts exporters in China have been showing resilience: auto parts shipped abroad grew 31.3% to US$11.

Founded in 1996, Guangzhou Zhaohui Car Accessories Co., Ltd. is an ISO 9001: 2000-approved company specialized in developing and manufacturing auto accessories, including mainly three-dimension (3D) dashboard trim kits, rear spoilers in ABS resin, steering wheels, seat covers, and others. After

A few hundred reporters got an early peek at the world's latest and greatest powered two wheelers (PTWs) displayed at INTERMOT Cologne 2008 on October 7, one day before the event's grand opening. If the constant strobe of camera flashes was any indication, they were clearly impressed by what they s

Due to limited driving range, light electric vehicles (LEVs) are making the biggest inroads today among commuters in high-density urban markets. Much of Taiwan's population is concentrated in the type of large and compact cities in which LEVs excel, giving the island a natural home market to fuel t

Taipei, Jan. 21, 2009 (CENS)--Yulon Nissan Motor Co., the sales arm of locally made and imported Nissans and Infinitis, recently adjusted its sales strategy to refocus on moving imports. Industry sources pointed out that the sharp appreciation of Japanese Yen against the greenback has further

Yung Yi Industrial Corp. is a technology-oriented firm specializing in developing and making specialty auto repair tools. With accumulated know-how and expertise in automotive-repair line, the firm has been aggressively developing more innovative tools for professional technicians at auto repai

Since its inception in 1988 in Taiwan's central county of Changhua, Tai Min Industrial Co., Ltd. has been engaged in developing and manufacturing blades and parts for food making machines and industrial purposes for two decades. Tai Min has adopted special, advanced manufacturing equipment to tu

Top Rank Industrial Co., Ltd. recently debuted an innovative wrench set and a patented lug wrench with a built-in light-emitting diode (LED) and length-adjustable handle. With the LED light, Top Rank claims, the new lug wrench enables users to operate the tool more conveniently and easily, even

Hua Shuo Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd. is a versatile maker of various kinds of carts and trolleys, including utility service carts, tool trolleys, maneuverable cabinets, medical carts etc. The company points out that its high-quality, functional cart and trolley products feature several advantag

Taiwanese exhibitors impressed global buyers with a slate of innovative products at the 2008 INTERMOT Cologne, one of the world's top-three motorcycle and scooter shows. Assembled vehicles, parts, accessories, and even a new industrial standard were on display at the Taiwan booths, offering a gl

Pierangelo Andreani, an internationally known Italian who has been designing transportation equipment for over 40 years, generously shared his views on trends in powered two-wheeler (PTW) design, especially in the European market, during a recent visit to Taiwan. Andreani works with cars, motorc

If there was any doubt that a green revolution is gathering force in the motorcycle and scooter sectors, 2008 INTERMOT Cologne put it to rest. Electric vehicles were the star attractions at the world's third-biggest motorcycle and scooter show, which ran from October 8 to 10. While pump prices a

Taipei, Dec. 1, 2008 (CENS)--Cycling & Health R&D Center (CHC), a government-sponsored bicycle and health product development citadel in Taiwan, recently announced that three private companies on the island have jointly developed an automatic-charging LED bicycle lamp. The high-tech LED bicycle

Taiwan's automotive-electronics industry took another step forward recently with the signing of an agreement between the Automotive Research & Testing Center (ARTC) and four private companies to set up a strategic alliance for the development of advanced parking guidance systems (APGS). The alli

Future Looks Bright for Youth Segment Despite rising fuel costs, other pricing pressures and waning consumer optimism, the future looks bright for the youth industry. Consumer spending for youth bedroom furniture is expected to grow by 23.5% in the next five years, with sales to reach US$6.3

Over the past few years, the forged aluminum wheel sector has been growing rapidly in Taiwan, with a handful of serious players having geared up to take on the Big Leaguers. Industry observers are eagle-eyeing the moves made by Taiwan-based forged aluminum-wheel makers, who aim to crack the

Fred Cheng, president of the Nan Hoang Traffic Instrument Co., Taiwan's largest manufacturer of friction material, recently confirmed that his company is working with strategic partners to develop the most advanced non-organic ceramic-fiber material and related equipment for making top-end ceramic

Increasingly more trade show organizers realize that progress in especially technologically-intensive trades as the automotive industry hinges on innovation being made, which relies on inspiring and rewarding creative minds who are willing to turn cutting-edge ideas into reality, even better if suc

Leonardo Caputo, executive vice president of Piaggio Group, the largest powered two-wheeler (PTW) conglomerate in Europe, spoke in detail on the topic "Piaggio Group, the Asian Challenge" during the 3rd Taiwan International Motorcycle Industry Show (Motorcycle Taiwan 2008) show held early April thi

Despite having built a solid reputation for high quality, innovation, and rapid market response, powered two-wheeler (PTW) makers in Taiwan have been pressured on two fronts. One is the combination of spiraling fuel prices and tightened credit market after the sub-prime mortgage crisis stateside, w

The wheel is arguably the most important part of a vehicle. Safety, comfort, performance, and function are all qualities that wheels must meet. And with powered two-wheelers (PTWs, including both motorcycles and scooters), all terrain vehicles (ATVs), or utility vehicles (UTVs), style is another fa