The August 2015 issue of Automotive Products Finder carries a cover story on Factory Automation titled ‘Enhancing productivity the automated way’. The government’s focus on manufacturing will give a boost to the automation industry. With automakers setting up plants that will supply cars to national and international customers, automation will play a dominant role in maximising productivity and enhancing efficiency. There are two Special Focuses. The first one is on Automotive Transmission named ‘Auto Transmission: Shifting Gears’. Automotive transmissions are part of the drivetrain that transfer engine power to the wheels. Manuals currently dominate the Indian landscape but since the introduction of AMT, automatics are quickly catching up due to their ease of use. The second one is on Automotive Lighting with the heading ‘Bright lights illuminate auto lighting industry’. Increasing vehicle sales coupled with production and technological advancements have triggered growing safety concerns and stringent lighting regulations. These have turned out to be the key drivers of the automotive lighting market. These, plus many other industry stories, launches and features, and some product information.