1998.
The "Qili Speed (Japan) Company" was established in Tokyo, Japan, to enter the Japanese market.
In January, the starter of AC230V power source has passed the British "ITSCE" certificate in order to enter the Asian market.
The "China City Certificate" was passed in June to meet the needs of China's big market.
In December, the AC115V electric starter passed the US "UL" certificate in order to enter the US market.
In December, a "Qili Speed (Thailand) sales Service Company" was set up in Thailand.