The Biker News

Britain’s motorists are set to face an increase in penalty points on speeding, which could see them banned after just two offences.

The new system however, will not be based on a fixed system as it is now. The new 6 point penalty system will only come into effect when the driver goes over a set speed limit. For example, in a 30mph zone a motorist will still receive 3 points and a £60 penalty for any speed up to 45mph. But if a motorist goes ....

BASF said today that it has signed an agreement to acquire a motorcycle catalyst business in mainland China to meet the growing global demand for emissions-control technology.

BASF Catalysts LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary formed by BASF after its acquisition of Engelhard Corporation in 2006, will acquire Guilin REEcat Catalyst Co., Ltd (REEcat), a motorcycle emissions-control catalyst manufacturer based in Guilin, China. Terms of the deal ....

The Chinese mainland produced 50 percent of the world motor cycles in 2005 and exports during the period totaled 1.4 billion U.S. dollars, up 47 percent from 2004 exports, according to a report of Global Sources.

The report covers street, scooter-style and off-road bikes with in-depth profiles of 57 Chinese mainland manufacturers. It includes production and pricing forecasts as well as reports on major mainland supply centers.

Editor-in-Chief of Global ....