 In 1992, DYOSAD sold its automotive refreshing to Yaşar Holding, which made a joint venture with the German chemical group BASF regarding automotive refinishes, and "Yaşar-BASF Otomotive Boya" was founded becoming a 100% owner.The company became there by an associated company to Yaşar Holding.In 2008, BASF acquired Yaşar Holding's 50% shareholding in 2008, making "Yaşar-BASF Otomotive Boya", which at the same time change its name to "BASF Car Refinishes Coatings", a 100% subsidiary of BASF.