The Lunar New Year is a time of new beginnings and joyous celebrations. It’s a time to reflect on the past year and look forward to the future with hope and optimism.

To welcome the Year of the Wood Snake and thank our dedicated colleagues in China, Sonia Smith, President of L&P Automotive, shared an inspiring Lunar New Year message on behalf of the Automotive Leadership Team. We’d like to share some of it with you:

“As we step into the Year of the Wood Snake, this is a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve been on together and look with optimism for what lies ahead in 2025. The past year has been another chapter in our industry’s story that demanded resilience, innovation, and teamwork. And as always, you rose to the challenge!

The Snake in Chinese culture symbolizes wisdom, intuition, and transformation – qualities that resonate deeply with our work in the ever-evolving automotive industry. This year, we are also guided by the Wood element, which represents growth, adaptability, and strength. These traits remind us of our ability to learn from the past, adapt to challenges, and grow stronger through change.

As we celebrate the Year of the Snake, we wish you and your families health, happiness, and prosperity. May this be a year of personal and professional growth, transformation, and success for all of us. Here’s to a remarkable 2025 – a year where we turn challenges into opportunities and dreams into achievements!”

Wishing you a happy and prosperous new year!