EMPTA chairman speaks at Automechanika Shanghai forum

Upon invitation from the organiser, EMPTA Chairman Kau Peng Yap spoke at the Automechanika Shanghai forum themed “Driving Global Growth – How Parts Export and Aftermarket Networks Evolve with the Vehicle Export Wave” on 27 November 2025.

The session brought together industry leaders from around the to discuss opportunities and challenges in building a more connected, competitive, and sustainable global automotive ecosystem.

EMPTA is honoured to contribute to such a significant platform and will continue to advocate for the advancement of our industry both locally and globally.

The chairman and other EMPTA committee members also extended their moral support to the Malaysian companies exhibiting at Automechanika Shanghai 2025.

EMPTA brings industry issues to Parliament

EMPTA committee members had been busy at the Parliament on 17-18 November 2025.
Issues affecting the local automotive parts industry were brought to attention of members of Parliament, including the parliamentary Special Select Committee on Domestic Trade, Entrepreneurship, Cost of Living and Agriculture.

The engagement provided a valuable platform for industry stakeholders and policy makers to share insights, challenges, and recommendations to strengthen the sector.

EMPTA appreciates the opportunity to contribute to the conversation and remains committed to supporting a fair, competitive, and sustainable automotive aftermarket.

( July 04, 2025)

Schaeffler Visits EMPTA for Industry Engagement

On 04 July 2025, EMPTA had the privilege of hosting representatives from Schaeffler, a global leader in automotive components, for a focused discussion on the evolving landscape of engine oil certification.

The key agenda of the meeting centered on the Trade Descriptions (Certification and Marking of Engine Oil for Motor Vehicle) Order 2024, a regulation that introduces new challenges and compliance requirements for industry players.

During the session, both parties exchanged insights on:

• Regulatory compliance expectations

• Operational and logistical hurdles

• Impacts on manufacturers, distributors, and retailers

EMPTA reaffirmed its commitment to voicing members’ concerns and pledged to work collaboratively with relevant authorities and stakeholders to seek practical and sustainable solutions for the industry.

This engagement marks another step forward in strengthening collaboration between EMPTA and international industry leaders to ensure the growth and stability of Malaysia’s automotive aftermarket sector.

#EMPTA #Schaeffler #engineoill #AutomotiveIndustry #PolicyDialogue #Aftermarket #MalaysiaAutoParts #IndustryEngagement