Axalta Coating Systems, a global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has received certification of its one-component impregnating resin, Voltatex 4204, by the independent global product safety testing and certification organization ...
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German automaker Volkswagen has inked an agreement with Chinese joint venture partner SAIC Motor for expanding its main Shanghai Volkswagen (SVW) plant in Anting for electric vehicle production in China. The agreement was inked between ...
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Foton Motor released their sales report on June 4, and they produced 44,300 vehicles in May, down 5.8% over last year, and they sold 43,700 units, down 12.95% over last year. The total production this are are 236,500 units, down 17.68% ...
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The sales of trucks decreased by 19.8% in April over last year, and the sales of heavy trucks decreased by 33.31% and sales of medium trucks decreased by 32.64% and light trucks decreased by 14.9% and mini trucks decreased by 6.66% over ...
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Automobile maker Ford will arm its 2016 Ford Escape and Fiesta vehicles with SYNC3 technology, a communications and entertainment system capable of responding to driver's commands. Ford SYNC, currently installed in more than 12 million ...
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China's new 10-year new-energy vehicle development plan has more objective, practical goals than the one released in 2012, after NEV sales in the first quarter accounted for only 5 percent of this year's original target. The Ministry of ...
World demand for silicones is forecast to rise 5.7 percent per year to $19.3 billion in 2019. The pace of growth in value terms will be in line with that seen over the 2009-2014 period, largely due to an improved outlook for silicone ...
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Chinese automobile manufacturer GAC Motor is expanding its footprint in the Middle East with the introduction of its vehicles in Lebanon and Qatar. The car maker has partnered with distributors Bazerji Motors in Lebanon and Domasco in ...
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BASF's R-M Automotive Refinish paints has obtained approval for Acura’s in China. R-M products are designed to meet the demand for eco-efficient automotive refinish solutions. R-M waterborne paints are high in quality and efficiency ...
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Ford Motor has opened the door to its treasure trove of electrified vehicle technology patents for its competitors to assist the progress of research and development on that front. More than 650 electrified vehicle patents and around ...
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Control systems maker Motiv Power Systems has opened a new manufacturing plant in Hayward, California, and recireceived $8.1m in grant from California Energy Commission (CEC) to commercialize its all-electric powertrain. With an annual ...
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South Korean automobile major has introduced Android Auto, a mobile app that integrates smartphones with screen and controls inside the car, to help drivers concentrate on road. The feature, being introduced in 2015 Sonata with ...
Ford Motor Company will begin making its London-based GoDrive car-sharing service available to the public, offering flexible, practical and affordable access to a fleet of cars for one-way journeys with easy parking throughout the city. ...
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US automaker Ford has launched MyEnergi Lifestyle pilot program in China to promote green energy and environment-friendly vehicles. The auto major has collaborated with appliance manufacturer Haier, power company Trina Solar and electric ...
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With its streamlined design featuring BASF’s exclusive “Mid-night Glimmer” coatings, Chevrolet-FNR concept car has made its global debut at Shanghai GM Gala Night before Auto Shanghai 2015. The car’s special design ...
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