12 Overseas Automotive Brands Worth Reviving: Franklin, Moskvich, Hummer, Saturn...

Pontiac was an automotive company with a long history, originally founded in 1899. It began manufacturing automobiles in 1907 and was acquired by General Motors (GM) in 1909. Initially, Pontiac produced Oakland-branded vehicles; it launched its own Pontiac-branded passenger cars in 1926. Many Pontiac models achieved great success and became dream cars for young people of their era—especially the second-generation Firebird, featured prominently in the TV series Knight Rider, which left a lasting impression on many youths. Even today, many Chinese millennials who grew up watching the show still vividly recall this iconic brand that helped the protagonist defeat criminal organizations. If Pontiac were revived through acquisition, its distinctive vehicle positioning and thoughtful marketing packaging could well attract significant enthusiasm from younger consumers. 3. Holden It must be acknowledged that General Motors is a highly respected automaker, having once owned over a dozen automotive brands globally—including Holden in Australia, a country characterized by vast territory and sparse population. Holden’s predecessor, J.A. Holden & Co., was established in 1856, initially producing horse-drawn carriage equipment. In 1914, it entered automobile body manufacturing; in 1924, it became a supplier to GM; and in 1931, Holden Motor Body Builders (HMBB) and General Motors Australia (GMA) jointly formed General Motors-Holden’s Ltd., establishing itself as the leader of Australia’s automotive industry. Throughout its history, Holden earned numerous accolades: the Commodore sedan ranked as Australia’s best-selling mid-size car for seven consecutive years; the Monaro coupe won the Australian Design Award and became the first Holden model exported to the United States; Holden ranked fifth among Australia’s ‘Fairfax Top 100 Most Trusted Companies’ and also placed fifth in Harris Interactive’s national corporate reputation survey; and it was named Australia’s most trusted automotive brand by Reader’s Digest magazine. However, GM’s bankruptcy also impacted Holden. In 2013, GM announced it would cease all Holden vehicle and engine production in Australia by 2017, marking the end of the brand’s history. Nonetheless, Holden retains considerable value: its R&D and manufacturing capabilities in engines, transmissions, and chassis remain internationally competitive. Several of its models were rebadged and sold under other brands—for instance, the Pontiac GTO was based on the Holden Monaro, and the domestically produced Buick Park Avenue originated from the Pontiac Statesman. If Holden were introduced to China, its potential remains substantial—even Henderson, GM’s Asia-Pacific President, noted that Holden’s long-wheelbase sedans complement GM’s current short-wheelbase Buick Regal manufactured in China, presenting strong market opportunities in China. 4. Oldsmobile Oldsmobile was another historic automotive brand. Over its century-long development, it launched numerous classic models, including the Rocket 88, Aurora, Alero, Intrigue, and Silhouette. The Rocket 88, powered by a 170-horsepower V8 engine, was exceptionally fast and is widely regarded as the progenitor of American muscle cars.

Which Cutting Fluid Brand Is Best in 2025?

In metalworking, cutting fluid plays a critical role—not only reducing cutting temperatures and minimizing tool wear but also enhancing machining accuracy and surface finish. Today’s market offers numerous cutting fluid brands; so, which brand stands out in 2025? Below, we introduce several reputable domestic and international cutting fluid brands for your reference. International Brands Quaker Houghton is the top-tier international brand. Formed in 2019 through the merger of Quaker Chemical and Houghton International, the company ushered in a new chapter for metalworking fluids. Its extensive product portfolio includes metal cutting and forming fluids/oils, rust inhibitors, specialty hydraulic oils, and rolling oils for steel and aluminum. These products serve diverse sectors such as aerospace, aluminum production, and automotive manufacturing—from precision machining of aircraft engine components to forming various metal parts in automobile production, Quaker Houghton’s solutions are indispensable. Other prominent international brands include Blaser, Fuchs, Shell, BP, Mobil, and Master Chemical. Due to their long histories, robust technical expertise, and early entry into the Chinese market, these brands collectively dominate roughly half of China’s cutting fluid market—particularly commanding leadership in the high-end segment. Domestic Brands Among domestic brands, AMER (Anmei) stands as the benchmark. AMER is currently China’s highest-selling cutting fluid brand, operating 10 production bases across Guangdong, Jiangsu, Tianjin, Shandong, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, and Mexico, along with over 150 service centers and more than 1,000 professional service engineers. Annually, AMER serves over 20,000 manufacturing facilities. As an industry leader, AMER’s products are widely applied across more than 60 sectors—including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and mold manufacturing—and the company actively expands overseas, exporting its cutting fluids to Southeast Asia, Europe, the Americas, and other global markets.

Quaker Houghton Opens Facility in China

Jun 30, 2026

Quaker Houghton opened a new manufacturing facility in Zhangjiagang, China, to expand die casting and grease production. The company also expanded its Shanghai laboratory to enhance testing and development capabilities for its grease business.

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2026-05-15

Quaker Houghton Announces Leadership Transition and Board Changes

2026-05-24

Quaker Chemical Announces $250 Million Share Buyback and Governance Changes

2026-05-31

Quaker Houghton to Attend AASC 2026 Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference

2026-06-02

Quaker Houghton Releases its 2025 Sustainability Report

2026-06-24

Quaker Houghton Adds CV Joint Grease Testing System