South-East Asia Automotive Industry News Monitoring Service

Google Maps expands motorcycle mode to Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and other Asian markets

This week, Google Maps unveiled a new motorcycle mode in several Asian markets where two-wheelers are a very popular form of transportation. The new routing mode accounts for travel times on typical motorbike and scooter speeds, offers driving directions …

Vietnamese VinFast SUV and Sedan to Be Unveiled in Paris This Fall

The collaboration between the two companies will spawn a line of vehicles which will be spearheaded by a sedan and an SUV. Both will be presented in October, at the auto show which will take place in Paris, VinFast confirmed on Thursday. “We look forward …

Global Pigments and Dyes Markets 2015-2018 & 2022: Myriad Types, Characteristic Features, and Multiple Applications ...

Dublin, July 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Pigments and Dyes - Global Strategic Business Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, …

National security hearing in D.C. hears auto tariffs will trigger job losses, higher prices — and more car thefts

WASHINGTON, D.C. — They warned of mass job losses, higher consumer prices, and even a spike in car thefts and accidents. As hearings began Thursday on U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to slap steep tariffs on automobiles imported from Canada and …

U.S. auto tariffs will trigger mass job losses and higher prices, warn industry leaders

U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross speaks to employees of the Department of Commerce in Washington, Monday, July 16, 2018. CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Manuel Balce Ceneta WASHINGTON, D.C. — They warned of mass job losses, higher consumer …

Auto industry gathers in Washington to discuss possibility of U.S. tariffs

Having started a trade war with China and enraged U.S. allies with steel tariffs, President Donald Trump is primed for his next fight. He is targeting a product at the heart of the American experience: cars. Trump's latest plan is to consider putting …

LIVE MARKETS-Bracing for August volatility

* European shares dip * Tech pulls back after SAP results * Focus on earnings * FTSE buoyed by softer pound LONDON, July 19 (Reuters) - Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of European equity markets brought to you by Reuters stocks reporters and …

LIVE MARKETS-The problem with following the benchmark

* European shares dip * Tech pulls back after SAP results * Focus on earnings * FTSE buoyed by softer pound LONDON, July 19 (Reuters) - Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of European equity markets brought to you by Reuters stocks reporters and …

David Herro's Oakmark International Fund 2nd Quarter Market Commentary

Fellow Shareholders, This quarter, both international Funds delivered weak results. The Oakmark International Fund lost 5.0% and underperformed its benchmark, whereas the Oakmark International Small Cap Fund dropped 0.6%, though it outperformed its …

Vietnam Veterans Blvd., SR-109 get overdue help

VOL. 42 | NO. 29 | Friday, July 20, 2018 Rush-hour traffic headed northbound on 65N toward Vietnam Veterans Blvd. Exit 95. -- Michelle Morrow | The Ledger When Davidson County voters said ‘no’ by a 2-1 margin to a $5.2 billion transit plan, they also put …

CCM clinches two accolades at 2018 Frost & Sullivan Malaysia Excellence Awards

Leonard Ariff (front, seventh left) is seen with CCM director Datuk Mohamad Kamarudin Hassan (front, sixth left), and Bhuller (front, fifth left) together with the management team of CCM following the company’s double honors at the 2018 Frost & …

5G to create USD 30 bln in socioeconomic value for Korea in 2025 - KT

The commercial use of the 5G mobile network technology will create over KRW 30.3 trillion in socioeconomic value in 2025, 1.5 percent of South Korea’s gross dome stic product (GDP), according to a report issued by the KT Economics and Management Research …

All-electric Kia Niro EV crossover now on sale in Korea

The FINANCIAL -- The new Kia Niro EV goes on sale today in Korea, combining an all-electric, zero-emissions powertrain with crossover practicality, intelligent packaging and eye-catching design. A long-distance driving range of up to 385 kilometers makes …

Markets have taken trade conflicts in stride — for now

If President Donald Trump’s aggressive policy of picking trade fights with allies and adversaries alike is so bad, why are markets taking it in stride? Should we conclude that the policies are tamer than commonly believed? Or is the lesson that markets …

VinFast to use 1,200 remote-controlled robots

VietNamNet Bridge – VinFast factory will have 1,200 remote-controlled robots operating on nights and weekends. Vo Quang Hue, Vingroup Deputy CEO-Automotive, shared with local media some thoughts about VinFast amid the technology revolution 4.0 on the …

Lucrative investment policies no longer primary concern

VietNamNet Bridge – Vu Viet Van, vice chairman of Vinh Phuc’s People’s Committee, speaks to Thoi bao Kinh te Viet Nam (Viet Nam Economic Times) on some key points that Vietnam should change to attract more foreign investors. Vu Viet Van Vinh Phuc is one …

Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.3 percent through 2022

Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.3 percent through 2022 Wednesday, July 18, 2018 Dublin, Ireland - The HTPB market size is estimated to be $131.9 million in 2017, and is projected to reach $215.7 million by 2022 …

ACV battles for right to claim airport entry fees

Taxpayers are claiming they should not have to pay an entry fee for airports and terminals given the fact that airport investors do not have to pay land taxes. Vehicles pay fees as they enter Tan Son Nhat International Airport. — Photo tuoitre.vn …

GDCE Collects US$4 Billion as State Revenue in First Semester

AKP Phnom Penh, July 19, 2018 — The General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) at the Ministry of Economy and Finance collected in total US$4 billion as state income in the first six months of this year, up about 27.8 percent compared to the same …

Swissbit announces product launches for Flash Memory Summit 2018

Swissbit will launch its latest 3D-NAND-based memory solutions for industrial temperature grades at FMS 2018 BRONSCHHOFEN, ST. GALLEN, SWITZERLAND, July 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Swissbit AG, a leading manufacturer of industrial-grade …

Konijnenburg Wheels acquires large Slovenian wheel manufacturer and strengthens position in European market

Konijnenburg Wheels becomes the fifth largest transport wheel manufacturer in Europe AMSTERDAM, NOORD HOLAND, NEDERLAND, July 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Konijnenburg Wheels acquires large Slovenian wheel manufacturer and strengthens …

AutoWeb to Hold Second Quarter 2018 Conference Call on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. ET

IRVINE, Calif., July 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AutoWeb, Inc. (Nasdaq:AUTO), a robust digital marketing platform providing advertising solutions for automotive dealers and OEMs, will hold a conference call on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. …

Avis Budget Group Introduces New Benefits for Amazon Customers

PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:CAR) today introduced plans to reward Amazon customers with special perks when they rent a car through Avis. Beginning today, Amazon customers who book an Avis vehicle can …

Heartland Express, Inc. Reports Revenues and Earnings for the Second Quarter of 2018

NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa, July 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heartland Express, Inc. (Nasdaq:HTLD) announced today financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2018. Three months ended June 30, 2018: Net Income of $17.8 million, Basic Earnings …

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TRAVOD Recognised Among Largest Translation Companies in the World

Market research firm CSA recognises TRAVOD as a leader in the $46.52 billion global translation, localisation, and interpreting services industry. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 18, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TRAVOD International announced today …

Tesla Announces Date for Second Quarter 2018 Financial Results and Webcast

PALO ALTO, Calif., July 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tesla will post its financial results for the second quarter of 2018 after market close on Wednesday, August 1, 2018.  At that time, Tesla will issue a brief advisory containing a link to the Q2 2018 …

Second Quarter 2018 Results Conference Call

AURORA, Ontario, July 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG) (NYSE:MGA)                                              SECOND QUARTER 2018 RESULTS CONFERENCE CALL WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 8th, 2018 7:30 AM ET       DIAL IN NUMBERSNorth …

Bridgestone Launches Development Project focused on Using Automated Driving for Tire Tests

Bridgestone Launches Development Project focused on Using Automated Driving for Tire Tests Tokyo (July 18, 2018)--Bridgestone Corporation today announced that it, together with ZMP Inc., has launched a development project aimed at utilizing automated …

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Fox Factory Holding Corp. Announces Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2018 Earnings Conference Call

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif., July 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fox Factory Holding Corp. (Nasdaq:FOXF) ("FOX" or the “Company”) will announce results for the second quarter ended June 29, 2018, on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, after the market close. The …

Motorcar Parts of America Appoints CEO of Diagnostic and Testing Business

LOS ANGELES, July 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (Nasdaq:MPAA) today announced the appointment of William J. Hardy to the position of chief executive officer of D&V Electronics, a wholly owned subsidiary based in Toronto, …

Jason Industries Announces Second Quarter 2018 Earnings Release Date and Teleconference Details

MILWAUKEE, July 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jason Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:JASN) (NASDAQ:JASNW) (the "Company" or "Jason Industries") today announced the Company will release its second quarter 2018 results before the market opens on …

ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS RENTAL SCAM PHOTOGRAPHIC EVIDENCE PUBLISHED

Car rental fraud victim exposes crucial photographic proof to show humanity the shocking subsequent vehicle damage used as part of highly-refined theft scam FORT MYERS, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, July 17, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Mobile Tyre Shop launches in Adelaide to become Australia's largest mobile tyre network

First launching in Melbourne and featured on Shark Tank, Mobile Tyre Shop now operates in 4 states servicing Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and now Adelaide. MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, July 17, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobile Tyre Shop …

GateHouse Logistics and Cargo Chief Partner to Reduce Empty Miles and Enhance Service in the US Supply Chain

ghTrack integrated into Cargo Chief’s data streams alerts brokers and transport companies about empty trucks in specific areas that are ready to drive a load NøRRESUNDBY AND MILLBRAE, DENMARK AND UNITED STATES, July 17, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

Marten Transport Announces Second Quarter Results

MONDOVI, Wis., July 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marten Transport, Ltd. (Nasdaq/GS:MRTN) today reported a 49.9% improvement in net income to $13.7 million, or 25 cents per diluted share, for the second quarter ended June 30, 2018, from $9.1 million, …

Honda Marks 20 Years of Powersports Production in South Carolina

Honda associates and guests celebrated the 20th anniversary of production at Honda of South Carolina Mfg., Inc. (HSC), which makes all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and side-by-side (SxS) vehicles for North American and global markets. HSC also marked the …

Magna Wins Three Innovation Awards From SPE Europe

Lightweight, recyclable thermoplastic liftgate takes top spot in body exteriors category Carbon fiber subframe wins first place in chassis category Thin wall torsional welding process wins enabling technology category SAILAUF, Germany, July 17, 2018 ( …