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The Industry Set Record In 2016

Auto Industry Expects Stable Market In 2017

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Anadolu Isuzu On Roads Across World

Anadolu Isuzu targets to reach nearly 60 countries, to raise its export share over 30% of its total sales; as for the export turnover to surge over 100 million euro per annum by 2020

olding midibus export leadership for the 11 consecutive years between the years 2004-2014, Anadolu Isuzu has become champion in midibus exports once again in 2016 after one year interval. Anadolu Isuzu enjoys rightful proud regrading possessing 53 percent share of the Turkish midibus export market. Exporting Citiport, Visigo, Citibus, Turquoise and Novo models more than 30 countries Anadolu Isuzu gained export income over 55 million euro in 2016. Operating in over 30 countries with the 16 distributors, Anadolu Isuzu targets to reach nearly 60 countries, to raise its export share over 30% of its total sales and as for the export turnover to surge over 100 million euro per annum by 2020. In his statement about the issue, Tugrul Arikan, Director General of Anadolu Isuzu, said; “As Anadolu

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Busworld in 2015. We have directed towards new markets in Africa and the Middle East. Currently, our market number abroad is more than 30 units. As for our objective for 2020, our aim is to reach nearly 60 countries.”

Tugrul Arikan Director General of Anadolu Isuzu,

Isuzu, we have set a global vision for the markets abroad where we believe there is a growing potential. Previously, we managed with limited product and regions, we have renewed our market activities abroad which with a more global strategy. We have also increased our efficiency more in the Western Europe market after taking the award of the most ergonomic and comfortable bus with Citibus by ECW jury in the scope of Belgium

About Anadolu Isuzu In 1983, signing a license agreement with Isuzu, making first Turkish-Japanese partnership at that time, now Anadolu Isuzu deals with production, imports, sales and marketing of the commercial vehicles such as light truck, midibus, coach and pick-up. In 2009, deserving to be an R & D center, Anadolu Isuzu manufactured first domestic made pick-up, Isuzu D-Max, at its production facilities in the district of Gebze. The company has the ISO 9001 – 2008 Quality Certificate and ISO 14001:2004 Environment Management System Certificate.

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Dynamism for global markets

s known, the Turkish auto parts industry has recorded a dynamic growth in line with the automotive industry. From simple components in the mid1960s, the sector has ascended to produce high-tech components. The exports by Turkish automotive sector have reached remarkable figures in the last decade. The automotive industry has been active since the early seventies. Since the full integration to the European Customs Union in 1994, Turkey has become a major production platform for global automotive manufacturers. The industry with its large capacity, wide variety of production and high standards, supports automotive industry production and the vehicles in Turkey and also has ample potential for additional exports. The leading foreign automotive parts manufacturers have established their presence in the country through joint-ventures. There has also been substantial locally-owned investments by spare parts manufacturers. The major effects are that: - Quality of production improved dramatically, especially through the establishment of quality management systems. - The industry has adapted to EU regulations and has established an efficient and exemplary cooperation with public institutions in the transformation of the EU regulations to national regulations and their implementation. - Exports have risen sharply, and Turkish production has been integrated into manufacturers’ global planning. The export potential of the automotive parts sector, coupled with the presence of major international automotive manufacturers, has attracted an increasing number of foreign investors. Key factors which attract foreign capital inflows to Turkey mainly include the market size, consumer composition, friendly investment legislation and liberal banking system together with other attractiveness arising from highly skilled human resources in production and management, the unsaturated domestic market with high potential, easy access to neighboring (regional) emerging markets, and low labor cost. The industry exhibit its full potential in major specialized fairs both at home and abroad. Our publications remain at the service of those businesses people seeking to increase their share in the increasingly competitive foreign markets. This month, we participate in EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA 2017 which signifies everything dedicated to equipment, spare parts and accessories for vehicles. We are convinced that the event in which we participate has turned out to be an ideal ground for the business people operating in the automotive business. We wish them lucrative trade.

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Fiat Invests Worth $3 Billion In 2016

Fiat realized $3 billion out of $10 billion total investment in last decade in the automotive sector in Turkey. The Italian Fait has made investment worth $3 billion out of $10 billion itself in the Turkish automotive sector in last decade. The plant in the northwestern province of Bursa accomplished 26% of the total automotive production and 25% of the total exports in 2016. In addition to Fiat Egea which is produced by the efforts of Turkish engineers and workers with the investment worth $1 billion, Fiat Doblo and Minicargo are the face of Fiat branded project, as for the models like Fiorino light commercial vehicles emerge forefront as both production and exports. According to the statement about issue, together with letting three models of Fiat Egea enter into production the number of daily production reached record production number as 1,500 units and monthly 40 thousand units. According to the statement posted by the total automotive production surged 9 percent to 1 million 486 thousand units excluding tractor production. The exports also raised 15 percent to 1 million 141 thousand units except tractor in 2016.

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Istanbul Autoshow Offers Technology Of Future

Istanbul Autoshow will be opened from 21st to 30th April 2017 at TUYAP Fair and Congress Center to offer the technologies of future for the automobile fans

stanbul Autoshow will be opened its doors with the theme “A Closer Look at Future” on 21-30 April 2017 at TUYAP Fair and Congress Center to offer the technologies of future for the automobile fans in the district of Beylikduzu, Istanbul. Countdown is continuing for Istanbul Autoshow 2017 to be held by Turkish Automotive Distributors Association (ODD) at TUYAP Fair and Congress Center. In addition to automobile brands which operate in Turkey and automotive brands operate in the structure of the ODD; also technology, innovation, informatics, accessories, supplier industry businesses, Civil Society Organizations and media establishments will take place at Istanbul Autoshow 2017. Istanbul Autoshow 2017 which

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will be held at TUYAP Fair and Congress Center will open its doors between 12:00 – 21:00 pm during weekdays and as for weekend between 11:00 a.m. – 21:00 p.m. for visitors. About the ODD Automotive Distributors Association (ODD) has 30 members represent 47 international brands as of 2017. The ODD has a vision to increase

ownership of road vehicles and provides development; and vision to represent its members in line with their favor, meets the needs of the sector, solves the problems, make up public opinion and contribute directly formation of regulations related to the sector. In terms of the advantages of the fairs in ensuring promotion of the automotive sector to the large audiences and also aiming continuous development of the sector, Istanbul Autoshow has been added to the International Fairs Timetable of OICA since 2006 through the effort of the ODD. TUYAP TUYAP Fair and Congress Center was established in 1979. The company acts about fair organizations. TUYAP holds domestic and international fair organizations.

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Renault TREZOR Voted Most Beautiful Concept Car Of 2016

The Renault TREZOR scoops the Festival Automobile International’s award for the Most Beautiful Concept Car of the Year 2016, as an all-electric GT that embodies the styling cues and technologies set to feature on upcoming Renault models

he 32nd Festival Automobile International at the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, France, has singled out the Renault TREZOR as the most beautiful concept car of 2016. “I would like to thank the jury for this award which will inspire us to pursue our design strategy,” says Laurens van den Acker, SVP Corporate Design, Renault. “The TREZOR’s powerful, sensuous lines pave the way for the styling and technologies that will be features of our upcoming models. It also marks the beginning of a new cycle of Renault concept cars which will be revealed soon.” “The jury decided this award should go to the TREZOR because of the extreme beauty, sensuality and elegance it exudes,” observes Rémi

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Depoix, President of the Festival Automobile International. “It is the epitome of a concept car and we were notably won over by the cohesion of its overall design and the attention that has been paid to the details. It is a fine artistic work which, we hope, will inspire Renault’s future roadgoing models.” A pointer to the styling philosophy of upcoming Renaults The lines of the Renault TREZOR are warm, sensuous and refined, while its assertive front end incorporates signature C-shaped lights. In terms of their styling, Renault’s upcoming

models will draw their inspiration from the TREZOR’s DNA as their forms become even more fluid and mature. The TREZOR’s interior design, meanwhile, places the emphasis on driving enjoyment and features a large enveloping touchscreen display that reinforces the cockpit feel. This customizable, connected interface juxtaposes warming, prestige materials like wood and leather. The interiors of upcoming Renault models will take their inspiration from these increasingly refined styling trends and connected technologies. For the duration of this year’s Festival International de l’Automobile, the Renault TREZOR will be on display at the Hôtel des Invalides alongside other concept cars selected by the jury.

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Mayko Automotive Expands Production Operating in the sector since 1977, Mayko Automotive is going to enlarge its production business and sales area in 2017

ayko Automotive has been operating in the sector since 1977. Operating in the area of manufacturing and exporting, the firm also manages its activities as wholesale. “As Mayko Automotive Trade Ltd. Inc. and Mayta Construction Tourism and Spare Parts, we have been working on manufacturing, wholesale and export business since 1977,” says the official of Mayko

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Automotive. Highlighting Mayko Automotive would go to a new structuring this year, the official of the firm said; “In 2017, we are going to address the new model vehicles by enlarging our manufacturing and mold departments. Operating in wholesales and exports, we also address the firms that deal with exports and wholesales; we can also manufacture parts for Mercedes and BMW brands on demand.”

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Otokar Set Saving With Poyraz

Exporting buses to more than 40 countries Otokar has offered the bus Poyraz in the category of 27+1 seats following 2-year R&D study

he leading automotive company of Turkey, Otokar has begun the year 2017 assertively. Exporting buses to more than 40 countries, Otokar has offered the bus Poyraz in category of 27+1 seats following 2-year R & D study. Otokar Poyraz bus is going to set for saving in 2017 through its low fuel consumption and operating expenditures. One of the companies of Koc Conglomerate, Otokar is raising its competition bar in the bus market. Owning the widest product gamut of Turkey ranging from 7 meters to 18.75 meters in length Otokar has introduced Poyraz buses which have been improved for the service purpose and tourism sector. Stating they had improved Poyraz bus for 2 years over the intensive demand from the sector, Basri Akgul, Deputy Director General of Otokar, recorded they would crown the success which came previously with Kent, Doruk and Sultan, the bus models of Otokar that features a pioneer establishment of Turkey

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for 50 years. Highlighting 27+1 seat bus would activate the market with its suitable initial investment, economic fuel consumption, low spare parts and operating expenditures, Akgul continued, “Thanks to our strong R & D, we as Otokar can be able to offer different vehicles to the market in line with customer expectations and needs in short time. Poyraz bus will meet the needs in the expectations of low fuel consumption in recent years. With its maneuver capability in city use, performance, innovative design, improved technique and safety features we will bring a new breath to the market in 2017 in the small and middle size bus segment. We maintain our studies seamlessly in order to meet all expectations of customers through Otokar’s R & D studies.” As the newest vehicle of its class, Poyraz has length of 7,2 meters. Securing supper road holding with the widest trace, Poyraz distinguishes from its rivals due to its strong, long-life and economic engine. Poyraz leaves behind its

rivals with 112 kW, 493 Nm engine in 42 percent inclined ramp. Poyra has the lowest fuel consumption in its class with its light body design, optimized power packet and aerodynamic body. Having improved complying with Turkey’s entire road conditions, Poyraz can maneuver even in the narrowest streets with regard to the best minimum turning diameter. Poyraz buses offer super safety with lane tracking system, ABS, ESC, full aired brakes, engine and help brakes, curve balance arms, disc brakes in both front and rear. Possessing the most spacious vehicle title as height and wideness, Poyraz is going to start a new period in the transport sector with its ergonomic driver cockpit, control buttons, knee space and super safety equipment. Basri Akgul said Otokar had kept its leadership in the market despite constriction happened in 2016. He highlighted they also exported technology and license besides vehicles. Akgul also reminded they added new ones to their current markets in 2016.

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Ford Invests In Argo AI Ford is investing $1 billion during the next five years in Argo AI, combining Ford’s autonomous vehicle development expertise with Argo AI’s robotics experience and startup speed on artificial intelligence software

ord Motor Company has announced it is investing $1 billion during the next five years in Argo AI, an artificial intelligence company, to develop a virtual driver system for the automaker’s autonomous vehicle coming in 2021 – and for potential license to other companies. Founded by former Google and Uber leaders, Argo AI is bringing together some of the most experienced roboticists and engineers working in autonomy from inside and outside of Ford. The team of experts in robotics and artificial intelligence is led by Argo AI founders Bryan Salesky, company CEO, and Peter Rander, company COO. Both are alumni of Carnegie Mellon National Robotics Engineering Center and former leaders on the self-driving car teams of Google and Uber, respectively. “The next decade will be defined by the automation of the automobile, and autonomous vehicles will have as significant an impact on society as Ford’s moving assembly line did 100 years ago,” said Ford President and CEO Mark Fields. “As Ford expands to be an auto and a mobility company, we believe that investing in Argo AI will generate significant value for our shareholders by strengthening Ford’s leadership in bringing self-driving vehicles to market in the near term and by generating technology that could be licensed to others in the future.” The current team developing Ford’s virtual driver system – the machinelearning software that acts as the brain of autonomous vehicles – will be combined with the robotics talent and expertise of Argo AI. This innovative partnership will work to deliver the virtual driver system for Ford’s SAE level 4 self-driving vehicles.

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Ford will continue to lead on development of its purpose-built autonomous vehicle hardware platform, as well as on systems integration, manufacturing, exterior and interior design, and regulatory policy management. Argo AI will join forces with Ford’s autonomous vehicle software development effort to strengthen the commercialization of selfdriving vehicles. Argo AI’s agility and Ford’s scale uniquely combine the benefits of a technology startup with the experience and discipline of the automaker’s industry-leading autonomous vehicle development program. “We are at an inflection point in using artificial intelligence in a wide range of applications, and the successful deployment of self-driving cars will fundamentally change how people and goods move,” said Salesky. “We are energized by Ford’s commitment and vision for the future of mobility, and we believe this partnership will enable self-driving cars to be commercialized and deployed at scale to extend affordable mobility to all.” The collaboration supports Ford’s intent to have a fully autonomous, SAE level 4-capable vehicle for commercial application in mobility services in 2021. “Working together with Argo AI gives Ford a distinct competitive advantage at the intersection of the automotive

and technology industries,” said Raj Nair, Ford executive vice president, Global Product Development, and chief technical officer. “This open collaboration is unlike any other partnership – allowing us to benefit from combining the speed of a startup with Ford’s strengths in scaling technology, systems integration and vehicle design.” Also complementing the relationship will be Ford Smart Mobility LLC, which will lead on the commercialization strategy for Ford’s self-driving vehicles. This includes choices for using autonomous vehicles to move goods and people, such as ride sharing, ride hailing or package delivery fleets. Ford will be the majority stakeholder in Argo AI. Importantly, Argo AI has been structured to operate with substantial independence. Its employees will have significant equity participation in the company, enabling them to share in its success. The $1 billion investment in Argo AI will be made over five years and is consistent with the autonomous vehicle capital allocation plan shared last September as part of Ford Investor Day. By the end of this year, Argo AI expects to have more than 200 team members, based in the company’s Pittsburgh headquarters and at major sites in Southeastern Michigan and the Bay Area of California.

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Auto Industry Expects Stable Market In 2017

EU passenger car sales grew by 6.8% last year, bringing the total number of cars sold to 14.6 million units in 2016, the highest volume in nine years; however, uncertainty is expected to overshadow 2017, regarding a slowdown in EU car sales is likely with growth at around 1%

he European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) shared its market expectations and some of its key policy recommendations for the year ahead at a press conference. “Contrary to many newspaper headlines, and despite Brexit or the Italian referendum, consumer confidence has, so far, remained robust,” explained ACEA President Dieter Zetsche, who is in Brussels for the association’s annual reception at the evening on 8th February. Indeed, EU passenger car sales grew by 6.8% last year, bringing the total number of cars sold to 14.6 million units – the highest volume in nine years. However, uncertainty is expected to overshadow 2017, when a slowdown in EU car sales is likely with growth at around 1%, according to ACEA estimates. “Much will depend on the evolution of macro-economic conditions and political developments, but we expect our market to remain stable. Therefore, we urge the EU to continue its efforts to ensure fair access to the global market place.” 2017 also marks the entry into

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force of two pieces of important emissions-testing legislation: an updated laboratory test for measuring pollutant and CO2 emissions from cars (WLTP) and the first step of a new test to measure pollutant emissions under real driving conditions (RDE). “Both WLTP and RDE are essential measures to win back the trust of customers,” Zetsche stated. “But both need a proper implementation.” On RDE, the European Commission has yet to publish the fourth and last package which, amongst many things, will lay down the procedures for in-use

surveillance testing of vehicles, clarify how multi-stage built vans will be tested, and address the deficiencies of the data analysis tools. Zetsche: “Regarding WLTP, a key success factor will be consumer information. And policy makers must also ensure that the shift to WLTP does not impact vehicle taxation by increasing costs for consumers.” To that end, ACEA has published a leaflet explaining the transition to WLTP, which also puts forward key policy recommendations to safeguard a smooth switch to the more accurate WLTP test.

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Automotive Industry Set Record In 2016 Turkish automotive production set record producing all-times highs in 2016 with 9 percent increase to the number of 1 million 486 thousand units, the exports also exceeded 1 million threshold first time in 2016

n 2016, Turkish automotive industry repeated its production and export records which set record in 2015 as well. The automotive production rose by 1 million 486 thousand units with 9% growth in 2016. According to this result the Turkish automotive industry has produced daily 4 thousand 71 vehicles on average last year. Kudret Onen, Chairman of Automotive Manufacturers Association (OSD), said Turkish automotive industry sustained its growth in production in 2016 and showed a performance over the record set in 2015. Reminding the automotive capacity utilization which was 1,5 million in 2010, had approached by 1 million 486 thousand units in 2016, Onen said; “We expect the exports will boost more through currently ongoing investments and/or the new investments that would be commissioned in 2017. Continuity of our government’s supporting policies to our industry, protecting stability in the domestic market, sustainability of our country’s competition and also attracting new investment to our country might be the most important opportunity for our sector.” Pointing out the effect of new projects which had entered into force in 2016, as for the year 2017, Onen said; “In 2016, we have let several new automobile projects entered into force. Now, we have also transformed our foremost commercial vehicle production base position in Europe to passenger car production position. We expect the exports would rise more in 2017. The new projects which are

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supported by incentives would also encourage production-based export increase. Of course, a satiation which has a stabile domestic market and investment and purchasing decisions might not be affected – carries a crucial importance in terms of sustainability of our industry.” One step ahead in automobile production Turkish automotive industry has taken place in the second range in the European Union countries in terms of commercial vehicle production, in the automobile production in the 7th range. Across the world, the sector has kept its 15th line in the automotive production in the first 9 months of 2016 same with 2015. Along with the new automobile projects which entered into force, the sector raised one step ahead.” Patent application surged 370% According to the OECD data, when looked at the automotive share in R & D expenditures, Turkey has the share of 14 percent. Between 2010 – 2015, the R & D employment increased 96%, patent application increased 370%. Protecting our sustainable

competitiveness in automotive is very crucial “Our automotive industry has achieved in terms of being an international production hub with the experience and accumulation and its competitiveness has become an undiscussable position in the aspect of internationally. However, the sustainable developments of the automotive industry should be taken under warranty and as all shareholders; we should fulfill what exist on our shoulders. In order to draw new investments to the sector and to maintain our current position it requires strengthening of our competitiveness and bringing to sustainable condition. In this point, we consider to improve policies in the areas of digital transformation, qualified labor force, administrative structuring and global trade agreements. Developed countries are preparing special approaches to regain their competitiveness in the production industry and for our country’s sustainable competitiveness this issue must be followed closely. We, as the automotive industry, maintain the studies related to digital transformation. In this framework, as the OSD, we are managing our preparations taking place in Digital Transformation Platform which has been formed by the Ministry of Science, Industry and Technology to contribute the studies. Our suggestions in this issue are gathered under the headlines of education policy, lawful infrastructure, supporting of machinery and equipment production in the scope of digital transformation and incentive mechanism,” Onen concluded.

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14 Million Bus Passenger Travels In January

The number of some 14 million bus tickets was sold in January 2017, across Turkey, according to the sales of over 150 bus travel firms

n January 2017, the number of 14 million passengers travelled across Turkey, according to the sales data of over 150 bus travel firms. As the single authorized contracted company with bus firms in ticket sales and distribution, Biletall Company announced the sales number of bus tickets in January 2017. The figures were obtained through the ticket sales of Biletall, online ticket sites and as well as the sales of over 150 bus travel firms across the country. Previously, Biletall announced that the passenger number who preferred highway travel plunged 5% in 2016 over the preceding year according to its report. Biletall also announced its report related to January, according to this, the number of passenger increased

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4% to 14 million and this indicated positive signals for the sector. According to the bus travel report was prepared by Biletall firm, travel increasing 4% in the first month this year, the sales made faces of the bus firm representatives smile. As of the end of 2016, the number of 190 million tickets was sold. In January 2017, the sales of ticket accounted for 7% of 190 million tickets sold last year. The women

bought 27% of some 14 million tickets sold in January and men bought 72%. Interest in 2+1 seat is more The interest in bus-travel with 2+1 seats has increased on the highways of Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara, Bursa and coastal regions. The interest rate for 2+1 seats is 27% in the western cities. So the bus manufacturing firms weigh to these bus models in face of increased interest.

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EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA, A Hub In North Africa

As a major trading hub in North Africa, the 11th edition of EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA is opening its doors from 27 February to 2 March 2017, at the palais des Expositions SAFEX

he 11th edition of EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA under the patronage of the Minister of Industry and Mines gives an appointment from 27 February to 2 March 2017, at the Palais des Expositions SAFEX. EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA gathers each year for its 10,000 visitors the broadest and most comprehensive offer of materials, equipment, goods and services for professionals of the maintenance and repair of vehicles (repair, body shops, importers, wholesalers, retailers, managers of fleets and automobile service providers). EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA has become an international benchmark and a legitimate business facilitator for aftersales and service professionals in North and sub-Saharan Africa. Forging a reputation over the last decade as a genuine business enabler, EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA is a showcase for industry suppliers’ latest innovations and a platform for sharing information and expertise on the challenges of an evolving

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sector. With over 350 exhibitors, 70% international from 20 countries, EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA offers its 10,000 trade visitors a comprehensive range of equipment, products and services for all repair and maintenance sectors plus services for all motor vehicles. “Our exhibition takes place at the heart of an automotive sector with burgeoning industrial ambitions, supported by domestic investors in industrial sub-contracting and world leaders in the automotive industry for around a dozen projects already underway,” according to the statement of the official of the fair. Having held at the SAFEX Exhibition Centre from 27 February to 2 March 2017, a new venue offering great commercial and industrial opportunities, EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA has been bringing together the industry's key players for 10 YEARS. The organisers have received feedback from many visitors and exhibitors indicating their satisfaction, which serves as proof of and excellent business climate

during the 4 days of the show and reflects the vitality of a fast-growing market. The majority of exhibitors have already announced their intention to show again at EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA in 2017. The show has become the main exchanging point for North Africa for the professionals of after-sales and services for professionals of the maintenance and repair of vehicles (repair, body shops, importers, wholesalers, retailers, managers of fleets and automobile service providers). As part of a buoyant commercial and industrial dynamism environment, EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA gives an appointment for its 11th edition, from the 27 February to the 2 March 2017, at the palais des Expositions SAFEX. The annual international exhibition of all equipment for all types of vehicles, EQUIP AUTO ALGERIA has become a major trading hub in North Africa between manufacturers, distributors and repair professionals in search of new products, services or partners.

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Imported Automobiles Overtake Domestic Made Products

In 2016, while the sales of imported automobiles overtook the domestic made ones accounting for nearly threefold, on the contrary the sales of domestic made light commercial vehicles surpassed its imported ones in the market

he number of 672,856 vehicles of 983,720 automobile and light commercial vehicles which sold in the Turkish domestic market accounted for imported ones and the rest of 310,864 units were domestic made ones in 2016. In the Turkish domestic market, as 68.40% of the sold automobiles and light commercial vehicles were imported ones, 31.60% were domestic made ones, as for the automobile sales the imported ones became threefold of domestic made ones. Last year, while imported automobile rate reached 74.65%, the domestic made light commercial vehicles overtook the imported ones in the domestic market. Based on the firm, Volkswagen protected the leadership in the sales of automobile and light commercial vehicle, Renault ranked atop in the sales of automobiles and as for

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Ford in the sales of light commercial vehicles. According to the data from Turkish Automotive Distributors Association (ODD), Turkish automobile and light commercial vehicle market grew 1.62% to 983,720 units. Based on the firm in the total sales of vehicles, Volkswagen ranked atop with 134,535 units, Renault second with 121,707 units and Ford third with 109,604 units in

2016. The sales number of 565,045 unit automobiles was imported of the total number of 756,938 unit automobiles that were sold in 2016 in the Turkish domestic market. The rest ones of 191,893 units were the domestic made ones. In the sales of automobiles based on the firm, Renault ranked first with 106,616 units, Volkswagen second with the sales of 101,763 units and Opel third with the sales of 55,471 unit automobiles in 2016. The domestic made vehicles are ahead in LCV Last year, as the number of 107,811 light commercial vehicles (LCV) met by imported ones; 118,971 ones met by the domestic made LCVs accounting for 52.46% in the market. In the sales of LCVs, Ford featured first with 68,234 units, Fiat second with 53,737 units and Volkswagen third with 32,772 units.

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TEMSA Deliveries 22 Buses To France

Achieving success one after the other in the export markets, TEMSA Branded buses continue to be favorite of the French transporters

he leading brand of Turkey’s bus market, TEMSA also achieves success one after the other in the export market. Realizing exports to 66 countries, TEMSA maintains to augment the number of buses in France which takes place among the firm’s strong markets. In 2016, accomplishing the number of 179 unit buses to France, TEMSA has also begun the year 2017 hastily and 22 buses were delivered to France in January 2017.

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Pointing out that they would advance with safe steps in the French bus market, Kadri Ozgunes, Sales and Marketing Director of TEMSA Buses, said; “TEMSA buses continues to be a favorite of the French highway carriers. In January, we obtained the sales of 22 buses at the French market. Our sales level in January is one of the most important indicators that we will be exceeding the sales number of 179 unit buses realized in 2016. We advance with safe steps on the way to surpass 5 thousand units on the French roads through

our upcoming deliveries. As in the home market, also in the market abroad, TEMSA continues to offer the most convenient vehicles for customers’ needs to the markets and add earnings to its business partners during operating processes. TEMSA’s buses - which are manufactured through efforts and works of the Turkish labors and engineers - serve in 66 countries across the world. TEMSA will continue to be proud of our country in the upcoming period as in the past.”

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Registered Motor Vehicles Exceed 21 Million The total number of road motor vehicles registration exceeded the number of 21 million units, according to the Turkish Statistical Institute as of the end of December 2016

he total number of road motor vehicles registered to the traffic reached 21 million 90 thousand 424 units by the end of December in Turkey. In terms of the total vehicles; cars represented 53.7%, followed by light trucks 16.3%, motorcycles 14.2%, tractors 8.4%, trucks 3.9%, minibuses 2.2%, buses 1.1% and special purpose vehicles 0.2%. In December, 101,375 motor vehicle registrations were recorded Within 101 thousand 375 vehicle registrations in December 2016, cars accounted for 64.7%, followed by light trucks 15.3%, tractors 7.7% and motorcycles 7.3%. Minibuses, buses, trucks and special purpose vehicles constituted 5% of new registrations. Vehicle registrations decreased 21.6% compared with the previous month In Decemberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;16, the number of road motor vehicle registrations decreased by 21.6% compared with November. Cars, minibuses, buses, light trucks and motorcycles decreased by 26.1%, 5.6%, 14.4%, 16.3% and 25.7% respectively. Trucks, special purpose vehicles and tractors increased by 11.4%, 89.1% and 7.4%. Vehicles registered decreased 19.3% over the same month previous year In December, the number of road motor vehicle registrations decreased by 19.3% compared with the same month of the previous year. Cars, minibuses, buses, light trucks, motorcycles and

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with 26.8%. The ratio of the cars with unknown fuel type was 0.4%.

special purpose vehicles decreased by 20.1%, 39.1%, 39%, 27.3%, 4.7% and 38.6% respectively. Trucks and tractors increased by 1.7% and 0.3%. Overall in 2016, the total number of vehicles in traffic increased 1,095,952 While 118 thousand 658 road motor vehicles were withdrawn, 1 million 214 thousand 610 road motor vehicles were added in January-December period last year. Hence, the total number of road motor vehicles registered increased by 1 million 95 thousand 952. 617,411 vehicles handed over in December Among 617 thousand 411 vehicles handed over, cars accounted for 70.7% followed by light trucks 16.7%, tractors 3.8% and motorcycles 3.2%. Minibuses, buses, trucks and special purpose vehicles constituted 5.6% of the handed over motor vehicles in December 2016. The ratio of cars registered using LPG was 39.2% At the end of December 2016, among 11 million 317 thousand 998 registered cars, the share of LPG-fuelled cars was 39.2% followed by diesel-fuelled cars with 33.6% and gasoline-fuelled cars

In December, 65,581 cars were registered to the traffic In terms of the distribution of trademarks for the 65 thousand 581 new registered cars in Decemberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;16, Renault recorded 12.5%, Volkswagen 12.4%, Toyota 8.6%, Opel 7.3%, Fiat 6.8%, Hyundai 6.6%, Dacia 5.7%, Ford 5.4%, Nissan 5.2%, Mercedes-Benz 4% and the other trademarks 25.4% of the total. Most frequent engine size was 1501-1600 for registered cars Within 746 thousand 74 cars registered to traffic in JanuaryDecember period, 39% of them had engine size 1501-1600, 25.6% had 1401-1500, 15.4% had 13011400, 15.3% had 1300 or less, 3.5% had 1601-2000, 1.2% had 2001 and above engine size. Most frequent colour was white for registered cars Within 746 thousand 74 cars registered to traffic in JanuaryDecember period, 61% of them were white, 15.9% were grey, 8.6% were black, 6.3% were red and 8.2% were in other colours. Average age of vehicles registered to traffic was calculated as 12.9 By the end of year 2016, the average age of 21 million 90 thousand 424 road motor vehicles registered to traffic in Turkey was calculated as 12.9. Average age was 12.2 for cars, 12.4 for minibuses, 12.2 for buses, 10.1 for light trucks, 15 for trucks, 12.4 for motorcycles, 11.6 for special purpose vehicles and 22.9 for tractors.

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“No Reduction In Special Consumption Tax”

“The automotive sector has a very crucial importance in terms of value-added, in order to expand the domestic production we are ready to solve the problems as the ministry, but there is no discount in the special consumption tax”

n terms of expanding the domestic automotive production, we are ready to bring solution as the ministry; however there is no discount in the special consumption tax, Naci Agbal, Turkish Minister of Finance, said. There is no discount in Special Consumption Tax which is implemented in the automotive sector, according to the statement of Naci Agbal, Turkish Minister of Finance. Attending to a television program speech, Minister Agbal said, “We have made new decisions. We have been in some actions to allow

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economy to get motivation. In the economy we will see growth especially in third quarter. In inflation we will be careful extremely. We should make provisional measures to let buying-selling get dynamism. We support the system via loans without interest and also SMEs. For the exports, we have prepared support packet. For the investments in 2017, we have also announced a new incentive packet. In 2017, we will come to an expansion point in economy.” He said they made tax discount in white goods and housing sector, adding there was no tax discount other than those sectors. About the automotive sector, Minister Agbal

said, “The sector offered demands in order to raise the domestic made production and also encouraging the investments for the future. The automotive sector has a very crucial importance in terms of valueadded. In terms of expanding the domestic production we are ready to solve the problems as the ministry. But there is no discount in the special consumption tax.” Indicating need of Turkish Wealth Fund, Minister Agbal said, “We need wealth fund. We aim to mobilize our respective wealth and to use in favor of economy. Several countries use this tool, why not Turkey does not use.”

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Sales Of Automotive Up 8% In January 2017

The sales of automobiles and light commercial vehicles increased 8 percent; increase in the sales of automobile itself was 10% and in light commercial vehicles was 3 percent in January 2017 in the domestic market

he sales of automobiles and light commercial vehicles surged 8 percent to 35,323 units in January 2017 when compared to the same period last year. According to the statement posted by Turkeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Automotive Distributors Association (ODD), the sales of automobiles increased 10 percent to 25,689 units, the light commercial vehicle market increased 3 percent to 9,634 units. In January 2017, the sales of under 1600cc automobiles increased 10.1 and in 1600-2000 cc automobiles surged 18.2, the sales of over 2000cc raised 31.4 percent. In the first month of

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2017, 1 electric vehicle and 10 hybrid vehicles were sold. In terms of emission rates on average, the highest share was 9,277 automobiles with 100-120 gr/km. the sales of diesel automobile rate declined 60 percent and automatic transmission rate raised by 60% in

January. In terms of segment, 86% of the automobile segment were A, B and C in January 2017. The highest rate was in C segment with 54.13% (13,905 units). As for the body types, the most preferred body type was sedan automobiles with 47% (12,072 units). The body type in light commercial vehicles, Van possessed the highest rate with 66.52% (6,409), then light trucks with 12.35% (1,190 units), pick-ups with 12.27% (1,182) and minibuses got 8.85% (853 units) from the market in January 2017.

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TAP To Cost 4,5 Billion Euro

The total cost of Trans Adriatic Natural Gas Pipeline (TAP) to be 4,5 billion euro, the project might launch the sales of gas at the end of 2018 to Turkey and Georgia

he total cost of Trans Adriatic Natural Gas Pipeline (TAP) would be worth 4,5 billion euro, Ian Bradshaw, Managing Director of TAP, announced. Stating the project was advancing in the scope of planned schedule and compliance with timetable, Bradshaw said; “Before we did not mention about a net number with regard to uncleared agreement prices. But now we can say it. The total price of TAP will reach 4,5 billion euro.” The development timetable of TAP which comprised of European leg of Trans Anatolia Natural Gas Pipeline (TANAP) has been scheduled completely complying with development of Shah Sea 2. Indicating they were advancing synchronously with Shah Sea 2 phase field which would ensure natural gas to TANAP, Bradshaw said, “Shah Sea Consortium will realize the first natural gas sales

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at the end of 2018 to Turkey and Georgia. As for natural gas flow to Europe, it will start nearly one year later, at the beginning of 2020.” Bradshaw emphasized TAP was a strategic project for Europe and especially had a great importance in diversifying the sources of natural gas. Stating the cost of the project had been cleared with agreement of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) which is the integrated tracking system with database, Bradshaw said, “Before we did not mention a net figure regarding uncleared contraction prices. However the cost of TAP will be 4,5 billion euro including design and engineering works which are continuing since 2009.” In the first quarter of this year, the compressor construction will be started, he added. Bradshaw said the offshore part of the project would be built in 20182019. “In the summer 2016, we moved

olive trees from the region in addition to archeologic researches. The geological studies are being resulted in full swing. When looked at the project all in all, we expect loan from European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and European Investment Bank, we also expect finance from some of OECD countries’ export loan guarantee organizations for goods and service supply. In 2017, we will clear finance schedule of TAP,” Bradshaw recorded. Bradshaw also marked over 8 million working hours were achieved without facing any big accidents in safe way in the scope of the project. Beginning from Turkish-Greek border, TAP will pass through north Greece to Albania and then through Adriatic Sea to Italian natural gas network. The span of pipeline will be 878 kilometers with the beginning capacity of 10 billion cubic meters.

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TOFAS Provides 3 Thousand Jobs In 2016

Featuring as production and exports record-holder, Tofas Turk Automobile Plants Inc. also provided jobs for 3 thousand people in 2016

ofas Turk Automobile Plants Inc. produced jobs for 3 thousand people in 2016. Coming together with the press members, Cengiz Eroldu, CEO of TOFAS assessed the year 2016 and shared targets for 2017. Eroldu said that previously Chrysler had cooperation with Mercedes, but it did not drive and the company was purchased by Fiat. He commented harmonization of Italian-American was very well than harmonization of GermanAmerican. Eroldu also noted the sales of the company surged mostly in Europe mostly the sales of Egea/Tipo made positive effect in this increase. He said, “In 2016, nearly 100 thousand units Tipo was sold. This affected the sales of Fiat Chrysler positively in Europe as well.” Egea changed business-flow much About R & D studies, Eroldu said; “In

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1995, starting with 10 people, now the staffs have reached the number of 700 people. Of course, Egea has changed workflow much. You can win money every time, but the basic thing is to win esteem. Egea let both us and Turkish automotive sector win dignity. It became a project in which intensive R & D studies happened this much. We will also win money with the abundance of Egea, in addition dignity earning is more important.” Stating they would make 70% of Egea, why it is not 100%? Because of there is unavailable some test

possibilities. Over the question about tax discount, Eroldu said, “We welcome the government’s stance in this issue. The automotive sector is a crucial source of tax income for the country. Because of the sector is under the entirely registration. Here in my opinion, balance sheet in Turkish finance situation is important more. Frankly, I do not expect to happen something on special consumption tax in a short time.” Cengiz Eroldu highlighted their firm had constituted job for some 10 thousand people; as for alongside the supplier industry, the figure would reach 60 thousand. He also reminded capacity utilization has been raised from 400 thousand to 450 thousand units per annum. Running three-shift works, Tofas plant produces 1,500 unit vehicles in a day, one in 55 seconds

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Tow Truck Exports Expand In 2016

Turkish tow truck exports enjoyed expansion in 2016, increasing 493 percent to worth $318 million of which mostly shipped the EU countries

he tow trucks achieved the most increase in the Turkish automotive export groups with 493% rise in 2016. At the same time, the eight-year high exports realized in this field. Last year, 27 percent of the tow trucks sent to Germany. According to the data compiled from Automotive Industry Exporters Association (OIB), the automotive industry including supplier industry boosted its exports 12 percent to $24 billion 250 million in 2016. Of these, $15,3 billion accomplished by the main automotive industry, increased 18 percent over the previous year. The most increase in terms of product groups happened in tow vehicles. Last year the sales of tow truck vehicles raised from $53,6 million to $318,2 million with 493 percent increase. The tow truck exports reached last

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eight-year high. Four-year exports before last year were over $250 million in this product group. Last year the most exports shipped to Germany with worth $86 million in tow trucks exports. This country followed by France with $70,4 million of the exports. Nearly full of tow trucks exported to the EU countries In this automotive product group exports, Spain ranked third with $61,5 million following Germany and France and then Poland with

$39 million and Italy with $28,2 million listed in this group exports. The first 8 countries were the EU countries in this group exports. The officials of the OIB said great part of this product exports shipped to the EU countries. The growth in the EU market has reflected positively to all product groups of the automotive sector exports and more than $300 million of the total exports worth $318 million in this group sent to the EU countries in 2016.

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Turkish Automotive Set For $25 Billion Of Exports In 2017

The automotive sector exports surged 37 percent to $2 billion 69 million in January, meanwhile the sector expanded its share to 20 percent in the Turkey’s total exports

urkish automotive sector targets to accomplish exports worth $25 billion by the end of 2017. In January 2017, the sector exports exceeded $2 billion. According to the statement posted by the Uludag Automotive Industry Association (OIB), the automotive sector exports surged 37 percent to $2 billion 69 million. Raising the share to 20 percent in the Turkey’s total exports, so the automotive sector achieved one-fifth of Turkey’s total exports itself. Pointing out the success graph of the automotive firms in 2016, despite the factors that affected Turkey’s exports negatively such as plunge in oil-commodity prices and parity, Orhan Sabuncu, Chairman of the Board of the OIB, said; “As the Turkish automotive industry,

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our efforts are continuing on the way to increase the sector exports. The export increase in January is the best indicator of our efforts. We believe is full to reach $25 billion of the exports by the end of this year. I wish all of firms which contribute to our sector leadership in the sector exports for the 11 consecutive years to last their success.” The foremost ones of the automotive sector in exports The firms - which qualified for the 11 consecutive years as the leading sector of Turkey’s exports have been determined. According to this, Ford Otomotive which performed the best performance in 2008 in the sector, ranked atop with 13% up in the sector firms’ exports in 2016. TOFAS ranked second, OYAK Renault became third in the sector exports last year. These

three companies were followed by Kibar Foreign Trade, Toyota, Bosch Industry, Mercedes-Benz Turk and Goodyear Tires respectively. The sector exports up 15% to Germany In January, the sector exports increased 15% to $323 million to Germany that features the biggest market of the country. Following this country, the UK ranked second in the exports with 28% increase to $249 million, and then France with 60% up to $233 million, Italy with 46% up to $222 million respectively. The passenger car exports to the UK increased 151%, to France also passenger car exports played a crucial role with 244%. In January, the sector exports increased 214% to Iran, 201% to Israel and as for the USA the sector exports decreased 28%.

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Toyota And Suzuki Conclude Memorandum Toward Business Partnership

Two Sides to Explore Possibility of Cooperation in Areas Including Environment and Safety, IT and Mutual Supply of Products and Components

oyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) and Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki), with an aim to jointly contribute to resolution of social issues and achievement of sound and sustainable development of an automobilebased society, concluded a memorandum on beginning concrete examinations for business partnership. Toyota and Suzuki have agreed to start exploring ideas directed toward business partnership, as announced on October 12, 2016. Since then, the companies, have shared with each other their challenges and have been discussing areas of collaboration in a manner that ensures fair and free competition. The companies agreed to begin concrete examinations toward the realization of business partnership in areas including environmental technologies, safety technologies, information technologies, and mutual supply of products and

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components. Toyota and Suzuki have agreed to work toward the early realization of business partnership. To that end, the two companies are to immediately establish an implementation framework aimed at bringing to realization the points agreed. Toyota President Akio Toyoda said: "The words of Chairman Osamu Suzuki at our joint press conference in October last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2022;'If you are running a company, you have to continue to take on challenges. You are running your company for the benefit of society, and this remains unchanged.â&#x20AC;&#x2022;deeply resonated within me. This, I felt, was indeed the spirit of (the local expression) "Let's do it". Both of our companies, which trace their roots to Enshu (the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture), intend to apply to the fullest the spirit of "Let's do it", and we want to cooperate toward enabling all people throughout the world to truly experience the joy of mobility and to achieving a society

of future mobility full of smiles. I am truly thankful for having been given this opportunity to work together with a company such as Suzuki, which overflows with the spirit of challenge. Toyota looks forward to learning much." Suzuki Chairman Osamu Suzuki said: "Under the leadership of President Akio Toyoda, Toyota was enthusiastic throughout our discussions regarding partnership, even though such was sought by Suzuki, which was concerned about the development of advanced technologies. I want to express my heartfelt appreciation. In response to Toyota's display of enthusiasm, Suzuki also intensively engaged in the discussions, and we now stand at the starting point for building a concrete cooperative relationship. I want to give this effort our fullest and to aim at producing results that will lead Toyota to conclude that it was the right thing for Toyota to have decided to work together with Suzuki."

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Alternative Fuel Vehicle Registrations Up 4.1% In 2016

Alternative fuel vehicle registrations surged 1.2% in fourth quarter of 2016 and 4.1% in the year 2016 in European Union

n the fourth quarter of 2016, demand for alternative fuel vehicles (AFV) in the EU increased only moderately (+1.2%), with registrations totalling 168,103 units. In the fourth quarter of 2016, demand for alternative fuel vehicles (AFV) in the EU increased only moderately (+1.2%), with registrations totalling 168,103 units. Results were diverse among the different vehicle categories. Hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) continued the positive trend, showing doubledigit percentage gains during the last quarter (+25.1%) and totalling 76,930 units. Growth in the electrically chargeable vehicle (ECV) segment, on the other hand, slowed down for the first time in 2016, posting a significant decrease (-16.5%). However, it is important to stress that this figure is based on a comparison with Q4 2015, which saw spectacular growth (+160.5%). At the same

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time, demand for cars powered by propane, ethanol or natural gas (NGV) continued to decline (-8.1%), although at a more moderate rate than in previous months and still totalling 41,536 units. The main reason for this downturn is a contraction of the Italian market, which accounts for the majority of LPG and NGV vehicles. Among the big five markets, Spain (+49.4%), Germany (+21.9%) and the United Kingdom (+14.9%) recorded substantial increases in AFV registrations during the fourth quarter. Growth in these countries was fully driven by demand for

electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Italy performed less well than in the last quarter of 2015 (-3.5%) due to a decline in registrations of propane and gas-fuelled cars, which were only partly offset by increases in the electric (+41.1%) and hybrid electric (+41.3%) segments. France saw a modest decline (-1.4%) in total AFV registrations, mainly the result of a drop in HEV sales (-3.8%). Still, France accounted for the largest number of HEV registrations (15,448) during the fourth quarter of 2016. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overall in 2016, 609,629 AFVs were registered in the European Union, up 4.1% compared to 2015. The uplift was mainly driven by hybrid electric vehicles (+27.3%) followed by the ECV segment that saw more modest growth (+4.8%), while the share of other alternative fuels declined (-19.7%). In total, alternative fuel vehicles accounted for 4.2% of total passenger car registrations in 2016 or 4.6% if we look at the EU+EFTA perimeter.â&#x20AC;?

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Automotive Exports Perform 66-Month High In January

Turkish automotive sector shipped its export goods to 153 countries and autonomous region and 12 free zones in January 2017

he sector achieved the highest exports since August 2011 with 36.8 percent increase, in January 2016 accomplishing $1 billion 512 million of exports, the automotive sector surged its exports by $2 billion 69 million in January 2017. The automotive sector got share of 19.7 percent from the overall exports of Turkey that became $10 billion 528 million with 15% raise in January 2017. The automotive exports were followed by the readymade garment and clothing sector with the share of 11.9%, and then chemical matters and products and the steel sector with 8.1% in the

entire exports in January 2017. The export increase of the automotive sector with 36.8 percent in January 2017 recorded the highest export rate since August 2011. The sector shipped its exports to 153 countries and autonomous region and 12 free zones in January 2017. In monthly base, the highest export increase of the sector dates back to 5,5 years ago with 26.82% happened in August 2011; in November 2012 it was 9.93%, 35.4%, in July 2013, 18.7% in April 2014, 18.8% in October 2015 and in May 2016 the sector exports achieved 33.97% increase. The top most exported 10

countries are the EU countries The European Union countries were the first 10 countries in the automotive sector exports in January 2017. Germany keeps its leadership accounting for 14.74% increase to $323,5 million of the automotive exports. The UK ranked second with 28.47% to $250 million, France third with 60.48% to 233 million, Italy with 45.65% to $222,5 million, Spain with 53% to $122,4 million. Poland, Belgium, Slovenia, Romania and the Netherlands took place in the automotive sectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s country list to which exported most in January 2017.

First 10 countries the automotive sector exported as follows: Country 2016/thousand dollar 1-Germany 281.903 2-UK 193.884 3-France 145.562 4-Italy 152.796 5-Spain 80.003 6-Polond 40.108 7-Belgium 60.758 8-Slovenia 32.842 9-Romania 43.234 10-Holland 44.508

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2017/ thousand dollar 323.467 249.075 233.598 222.554 122.424 80.391 74.561 62.874 50.712 46.576

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EU Commercial Vehicle Registrations Surge 11.6% In 2016 In 2016, the EU market showed consistent growth of 11.6% and rose for the fourth year in a row, reaching 2,324,371 million commercial vehicles

n December 2016, EU demand for new commercial vehicles increased yet again (+10.4%), totalling 211,941 units. Growth was sustained across all commercial vehicle segments. Italy ended the year extremely strong (+97.0%), with registrations almost doubling as a result of government incentives for fleet renewal that were introduced in September. Spain (+13.3%), Germany (+3.4%) and France (+2.9%) also posted growth, while the UK saw its demand decline during the last month of the year (-9.7%), mainly due to a drop in registrations of vans. In 2016, the EU market showed consistent growth (+11.6%) and rose for the fourth year in a row, reaching 2,324,371 million commercial vehicles registered. Throughout the year, the five big markets performed better than in 2015. Italy (+49.9%) showed the most significant increase, followed by Spain (+11.3%), France (+8.3%), Germany (+7.0%) and the UK (+1.2%). New light commercial vehicles (LCV) up to 3.5 tonnes In December 2016, new registrations of light commercial vehicles totalled 177,303 units, up (+10.3%) compared to December 2015. Demand was mainly driven by the Italian (+90.3%) and Spanish (+14.1%) markets with doubledigit increases, while the German (+4.3%) and French (+3.3%) markets only saw modest growth. The United Kingdom, on the other hand, performed less well than in December 2015 (-10.4%). Overall in 2016, nearly two million new vans were registered in the

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European Union, 11.9% more than the year before. Italy (+50.0%), Spain (+11.2%), Germany (+8.5%), France (+8.2%) and the UK (+1.0%) all contributed to this positive upturn. New heavy commercial vehicles (HCV) over 16 tonnes December 2016 results show a significant surge in the heavy truck segment (+16.1%), with 24,044 new vehicles registered. The Italian market (+200.2%) saw spectacular growth, driven by government support for transport companies, although Italyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market is still below pre-crisis levels in volume terms. Germany (+8.8%), Spain (+6.6%) and France (+5.4%) followed with more modest increases, while the British market contracted by 9.1%. In 2016, the market for new heavy trucks grew by 12.3%, reaching 292,170 units. All major markets made a positive contribution to the overall upturn, especially Italy (+52.9%) and France (+12.9%) with their double-digit increases. New medium and heavy commercial vehicles (MHCV) over 3.5 tonnes In December 2016, new truck registrations in the EU totalled 30,428 units, up (+12.0%) compared to December 2015. Italy

finished the year strongly (+193.0%) with registrations nearly tripling, while France (+4.3%), Germany (+1.3%) and Spain (+0.8%) saw more moderate growth rates at the end of 2016. In 2016, 365,051 new trucks were registered in the European Union, 11.0% more than in the year before. Italy (+54.4%), France (+12.6%) and Spain (+10.1%) made particularly significant contributions to this growth. New medium and heavy buses & coaches (MHBC) over 3.5 tonnes In December 2016, new registrations of buses and coaches increased again (+5.5%) following a slowdown in the third quarter of the year, now totalling 4,210 units. Growth was mainly driven by Spain (+68.5%) and Italy (+57.4%), while France (-25.1%) and Germany (-1.7%) performed less well than in December 2015. Overall in 2016, the EU market for buses and coaches only registered a moderate increase (+2.3%), counting 40,370 new vehicles. During the year, most growth came from Spain (+26.1%), Italy (+16.1%) and Germany (+8.9%), while France (-10.2%) saw demand decline. Noteworthy is the positive performance of the Dutch market (+144.2%).

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Hologram Tracking In Equivalent Spare Parts

Turkish Standards Institute has been assigned to certify the firms in use of “Equivalent Spare Parts” in the scope of decree of the Undersecretariat of Treasury

urkish Standards Institute (TSE) will prevent use of poor quality products by giving hologram to every producer whom has been certificated and will check through ‘hologram.tse.org.tr’. Faruk Ozlu, Turkish Minister of Science, Industry and Technology, said that Turkish Standards Institute (TSE) was authorized by the decree of the Undersecretariat of Treasury in 2015 in the issue of ‘Equivalent Spare Parts Certification’. Reminding the equivalent parts are certificated by making comparison with the original ones in terms of mass, size, material, functionality and then they can be used pleasantly in replacing parts of which quality has been proved. So, consumers can choose and use the reliable and economic supplier industry products, the minister added. Parts tracking can be possible via

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internet Stating the TSE were working studiously in order to constitute awareness, encourage producers and industrialists for the domestic made production, use of equivalent parts, Minister Ozlu said, “In this scope, the number of 67 parts of 7 firms have been certificated for the equivalent spare parts. Ozlu also reminded “Equivalent Part Technical Committee” has been constituted at the structure of TSE to set criterions in the issues which are applied by the spare parts manufactures. He added the necessary tests for the criterions were determined and applied. Indicating the results had been evaluated by the certificating commission, Ozlu said, “The TSE will prevent use of poor quality products by giving hologram for every certified producer, and tracking every certified part via ‘hologram.tse.org.tr’, including the parts are used in which vehicle.

Tracking of all parts will be fulfilled through hologram number via ‘hologram.tse.org.tr’.” Ozlu also said including public and sector representatives “Equivalent Spar Parts Advisory Committee” has been constituted so as to contribute development of the process. In order to keep up the quality of equivalent parts over a certain level which are used in the scope of insurance as well as preventing unjust competition, control process of the certificates that are used in the system should be fulfilled by the Treasury Undersecretary or impartial body, he noted. Ozlu conluded, the TSE has set up a tracking system and has begun trackable processes in order to protect the certificated firms and to provide tracking which has been determined in the decree. In this framework, Turkish Standards Institutes (TSE) gives certificate for equivalent spare parts for 19 unit parts.

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Karsan Boosts Exports Over Tenfold

Exporting its public transport vehicles to 8 countries in 2016, Karsan aims to be a global brand with contributions of the Turkish Ministry of Economy in the scope of TURQUALITY Support Program

xpanding its exports 25 percent in 2016 year on year, Karsan has boosted its total sale unit in the export market over tenfold in the last two years. In this period, the company accomplished its most exports to Italy through its 90 Menarinibus brand buses. In 2016, boosting its exports 25 percent, Karsan sold 145 buses to market abroad over the previous year. In 2016, exporting to 8 various countries Karsan branded public transport vehicles have reached Dominique Republic as well. Last year, Karsan exported mostly to Italy with 90 unit Menarinibus, 6 Jest buses, 5 Atak buses and 4 Star buses. Last year, Karsan exported its Jest minibuses which feature the state-of-the-art technology shipped to 6 countries. In addition to directly exports with its own brand and Menarinibus brand, Karsan has also delivered the

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number of 3484 vehicles produced at its plant in Bursa under Hyundai brand in H350 series to Hyundai Assan Automotive Industry and Trade Corp. with export purpose. Karsan has also made a strategic progress on the way to be a global brand by purchasing 5% share of Italian IIA (Industria Italiana Autobus) last year. Evaluating the export figures belonging to the year 2016, Okan Bas, CEO of Karsan, said they had left behind a formidable year in the

aspect of the sector. “Karsan had prepared a base so as to be a global player, in this scope we made up a strategic partnership with the Italian IIA. With contribution of the Ministry of Economy we also joined TURQUALITY Support Program which has been constituted for making strong Turkish brands. These developments are the foremost indicators to achieve our objective on the way to be a global brand,” Okan Bas noted. Karsan CEO Bas concluded, “When made a comparison with other years, the figures in 2015 and 2016 show that Karsan is approaching to its objectives with safe steps. As for the year 2017, it would be a year that we will be at the pitch more. This year, we will communicate with more customers in the domestic market. As for the markets abroad, we will also give importance particularly.”

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All-New Hyundai i30 Wins Acclaimed iF Design Award

All-new Hyundai i30 receives prestigious ‘iF Design Award 2017’ in the ‘product design’ category; this latest triumph marks Hyundai Motor’s fourth consecutive year of recognition for its design excellence

yundai Motor has won its fourth consecutive iF Design Award for the All-new Hyundai i30. Acknowledging the brand’s commitment to design and quality excellence, the Allnew i30 was named winner of the ‘Automobile Product’ category. Global recognition of the All-new i30’s design reflects Hyundai Motor’s commitment to a unique and evolving design language. The global recognition follows a series of Hyundai Motor wins, charting the evolution of the brand’s design philosophy. Last year, the Tucson and Elantra

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models found favor with the judging panel, with the i20 supermini scooping the design prize in 2015, while the luxury Genesis was recognized by the Design Awards in 2014. Design is the number one motivating factor for Hyundai car buyers, a fact reinforced by the company’s consistently strong iF Design Awards performance and commitment to distinctive design. The All-new i30 was praised by judges at the iF Design Awards for its precise lines, refined rich surfaces and sculpted body, all of which generate a timeless and confident appearance. The All-new i30 further evolves

Hyundai Motor’s design language, and its stylish vision incorporates the brand’s signature front ‘Cascading Grille’, an identity that will feature on each newgeneration Hyundai model. The new grille is paired with slim and sporty headlights for an energetic appearance and a stance that suggests sporty dynamism. For more than 60 years, iF Design Awards has been recognized around the world as a symbol of design excellence. Organized by iF International Forum Design GmbH, the accolade rewards outstanding design across a wealth of disciplines and categories.

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Otokoc Claims Turnover Over TL6 Billion

Accomplishing last year with turnover of TL5,3 billion, Otokoc Automotive aims to exceed TL6,0 billion with 16% increase in 2017

reparing for the future with digital transformation and innovation projects, Otokoc Automotive closed the year 2016 with turnover of TL5,3 billion; as for the year 2017, the company aims trading turnover of TL6,2 billion with 16% up. One of the leading automotive retailer and vehicle leasing companies of Turkey, Otokoc Automotive is targeting to accomplish turnover of TL6,2 billion in 2017 through intensifying on innovation and digital transformation issues. Otokoc Automotive closed 2016 with the turnover of TL5,3 billion. Otokoc accomplished the total sales of 93 thousand vehicles accounting for 69 thousand units new and 24 thousand unit secondhand vehicles last year. The company has also reached 46 thousand units vehicle leasing in 7 countries.

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Otokoc Automotive fulfilled the sales of 101 thousand insurances and finances. Stating the automotive market had exceeded the sales number of 1 million units second time in 2016, Gorgun Ozdemir, Director General of Otokoc, said; “We guess that 10% constriction in the sector might happen in 2017. As in the year 2016, this year also the developments - which would be experienced both in the home and abroad - will determine the stance of the automotive market. Our objective is to get 8 percent from the domestic market share which might be in the level of 900 thousand units in 2017. As for the vehicle leasing department, we will sustain our leadership in 7 countries reaching by 50 thousand unit vehicles. So, we aim a turnover of TL6,2 billion with 16% rise.” Indicating they would serve vehicle leasing business in North Iraq, Kazakhstan, Hungary, Georgia,

Turkish Republic of North Cyprus and this year in Azerbaijan in addition to Turkey. Ozdemir added they were planning to spread their activities abroad with the new country investments and to assess the new opportunities. He noted that they had reached 140 vehicles and 63 locations in vehicle sharing system as the first licenser of Zipcar. Digital transformation Reminding the year 2016 was the investing year for Otokoc Automotive; Gungor Ozdemir said that they had speeded up the digital transformation, CRM, innovation and excellency in service. He concluded, “Technology which advances very quickly also brings together change. The vehicles get intelligent with electronic and informatics. The future will be of the electric, autonomous and connected vehicles which feature having no need for parts, service.”

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One-Third Of New Transit Buses To Be Electric In 2020

The market share of electric buses will expand much more rapidly than has been the case with electric cars, according to Proterra, the electric bus manufacturer

lectric buses are making quick inroads with U.S. city transit authorities. The CEO of electric bus manufacturer Proterra believes these vehicles will soon challenge their internal-combustion counterparts for dominance of city streets. The market share of electric buses will expand much more rapidly than has been the case with electric cars, Proterra boss Ryan Popple said recently on Greentech Media's Energy Gang podcast. He predicts that by 2020, one-third of new fleet bus purchases will be electric, that electric buses will

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account for half of fleet purchases by 2025, and that by 2030, every new bus purchased will be electric. That would represent strong growth in a relatively short period of time, but Popple believes it is achievable due to the nature of the commercial-vehicle business. Proterra is "already beating" diesel and CNG on pricing, Popple said. So while individual consumers may base their purchasing decisions on many factors, a lower price may be enough for fleet operators to convert to electric vehicles en masse. A recent report by think tank Carbon Tracker predicted that average battery prices will drop

to $100 per kilowatt-hour by 2020, down from $268 per kwh today. Besides a potential price advantage, electric buses are also less affected by charging and range issues than electric cars. Because buses operate on predictable routes, at scheduled times, and within predefined areas, coordinating the installation of charging infrastructure is somewhat easier compared to passenger cars. Electric buses' near-silent operation and lack of exhaust fumes may also be a bigger selling point in the crowded urban areas where they operate.

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King Long Buses For Saudi Arabia

Since 2004, King Long has been exporting buses to Saudi Arabia; So far, the number of King Long buses working in the country has reached over 4,000 units

hinese bus manufacturer King Long has secured a deal in Saudi Arabia for 322 buses. The first batch of 70 buses has already been shipped; the remaining 252 buses will be dispatched from Xiamen. Since 2004, King Long has been exporting buses to Saudi Arabia. So far, the number of King Long buses working in the country has reached over 4,000 units. Saudi Public Transport Company, a stateowned carrier, has a fleet of over 8,000 vehicles in various sizes. Until recently, the company mainly purchased European vehicles. In 2011, the carrier made a major

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move by importing over 100 units luxury coaches from King Long. Their smooth operation and impressive performances have helped King Long to gain more orders of city buses and school buses from the company. In 2015, a JV company of Saudi Public Transport Company bought over 1,000 units school buses from King Long, made a record high in the export value of industrial products in Fujian province. To be better prepared for the influx of pilgrims to Mecca each year, King Long closely cooperates with its customers in Saudi Arabia to offer readily available after-sales services and ensure the smooth and safe journeys of those pilgrims

from all over the world. Currently, 600-plus units King Long city buses are working smoothly in Mecca, providing great travel convenience for local citizens and tourists as well. Thanks to the implementation of One Belt One Road initiative, King Long has been maintaining a fast growing momentum in its overseas business. To date, King Long has exported its vehicles to nearly 130 countries and regions across the globe. The number of King Long buses operating in the overseas market has reached nearly 80,000 units. Moreover, the bus maker has set up over 80 authorized distributors and service on its overseas markets.

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Winter Tires Reduce Traffic Accidents

The winter tires, which are prepared particularly for snowy and icy roads, reduce accidents in the important size ensuring more road-holding and shorter braking distance

andatory winter tire application has started on 1st December 2016 in Turkey. Turkeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tire Industrialists and Importers Association (LASID) warns that use of winter tires reduces accidents in noteworthy size when temperatures go under +7 degree Celsius, because of holding road more and securing shorter braking distance, and saves life. The LASID suggests use of winter tires in the winter conditions to secure safer and fluent traffic. Bahadir Unsal, Secretary General of LASID called for all drivers to be sensible in winter tires whether being obligatory or not. Stating driving vehicles in winter months was difficult and risky Unsal said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the necessary measures would not be taken, risk will increase in traffic. The tire of winter is winter tire. The tires, which are prepared

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particularly for snowy and icy roads, reduce accidents in the important size ensuring road holding more and shorter braking distance. According to the data of Directorate General of Security, the winter tires have positive results on the traffic accidents. Accordingly, with the application of the winter tires, the accidents of commercial vehicles fell 9.6 percent, as for deaths the decreasing rate is 11.5%. Winter tire contributes traffic to be safer and fluently. The winter tires are designed complying with the weather conditions when temperatures drop under +7 degree Celsius. Never being forgotten that tire is one of the most important components that connect us to life. Untrue tire selection and use might lead to traffic accidents. The correct tire is the tire that abides by vehicle and season. Correct tire is key condition of safety drive.â&#x20AC;?

Some of features of winter tires Thread depth of the winter tires is more than summer tires. In winter tires pattern fill rate is lesser than standard tires. So, the matters such as snow, ice, water, mud can be discarded easier from grooves. Back design has more capillary, shoulder blocks have threaded structure, winter tires do not harden under +7 degree centigrade thanks to the special texture and protect holding feature. Use of tire chains is recommended only in compulsory conditions and for short term. The winter tires should be used in 4x4 positions, only two winter tires make up difficulty in instant braking and turning curves. Winter tires have marking such as M+S, Snowflake. When they are not used must be kept in the ideal conditions (dry, cool, not taking sunrays and being remote acid and similar chemicals).