Category: Industry News

Delphi Automotive receives “buy” rating

Shares of Delphi Automotive PLC have been given an average rating of “Buy” by the 13 analysts that are currently covering the company, Analyst Ratings Net reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a hold recommendation and ten…

Tyre demand in India “back on track”

With the domestic automotive industry is witnessing a gradual recovery in 2014-15 following two years of demand slowdown, tyre demand is back on track, especially owing to traction in the two-wheeler space. Analysts expect exports to grow by 4-6 per cent for…

Toyota faces disappointment: analysts

The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) released the sales and production figures last week with total industry production (TIP) growth being upbeat, increasing 2.1 % year on year (y-o-y) after declining over the past four months. MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd’s…

Optical Liquid Silicone Rubber introduced at Proto Labs

Rapid prototyping and low-volume manufacturer Proto Labs, Inc. has added optical-grade liquid silicone rubber (LSR) to its existing lineup of moldable plastic, metal and LSR materials. High-performance optical LSR is transparent, extremely flexible and starting to replace glass in many…

TVS Srichakra increases production capacity

TVS Srichakra is ramping up production capacity as the TVS Group company aims the top slot among India’s two-wheeler tyre manufacturers. The plan is to expand capacity to 2.4 million tyres a month by December from 2.0 million now. It…

General Tire celebrates 100th anniversary

The company traces its origins to Akron, Ohio, where William F. O’Neill and his partner Winfred E. Fouse had the idea of producing superior quality tyres and founded the company in 1915. At the time, there were more than 300…

Global automotive safety systems to thrive: report

Increasing concern among consumers about automotive safety is driving demand in the Global Automotive Safety Systems Market, which is expected to post a CAGR of 9.43 % from 2014-2019, says research firm TechNavio. According to the latest report from TechNavio, in-vehicle…

German firm to team up with Weld County company

Pyrolyx AG, a German company that recovers carbon black from old tires, intends to enter the U.S. market through a partnership with a Weld County company. The Munich-based company has signed a letter of intent with CH2E Group, which owns…