Tag: Environment and Regulatory watch
Wanxiang's US battery investment raises IP issues
China's Wanxiang's planned investment in a US battery maker is good news for A123 Systems, but causes unease over IP.
Published 22-Aug-2012
New silicon and bio-diesel standards approved
A new standard for measuring silicon content in gasoline has been approved by the ASTM along with a voluntary standard for bio-diesel.
Published 15-Aug-2012
GF-5 is so 'last year'.
After less than two full years on the shelves, the replacement for the GF-5 specification is already on the way.
Published 15-Aug-2012
ACEA report highlights Euro aftermarket satisfaction
A new report from ACEA shows general satisfaction of car and commercial vehicle owners with aftermarket dealerships and repairers
Published 15-Aug-2012
Singapore and China exempt from Iran sanctions
US sanctions do not apply after significant reduction in oil purchases
Published 24-Jul-2012
China releases latest 5-year plan
New strategy outlined to protect energy and environment for world's fastest growing energy consumer.
Published 22-Jul-2012
Sinochem plans to expand reserve storage after delays
After overcoming serious delays, Sinochem is set to boost China's petroluem reserve storage
Published 21-Jul-2012
Guangzhou now 4th Chinese city to cap car sales
Further pollution regulations as South China city clamps down on vehicles
Published 21-Jul-2012
China sets target of 5m green vehicles on the road by 2020
Ambitious plans for EVs set by national government.
Published 21-Jul-2012