International Motor Show Germany Kicks off today

The International Motor Show Germany or simply International Motor Show, in German known as the Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA - International Automobile Exhibition), is the world's largest motor show. It is held annually, with passenger vehicles (including some motorcycles) being displayed in odd-numbered years in Frankfurt am Main, and commercial vehicles in even-numbered years in Hanover, Germany. As this year 2016 show kicks off today in Hanover. Many speculations, and thoughts has been passing in minds of prospective observers.

Wissmann: We are very confident as we go to Hannover
66th IAA Commercial Vehicles is about to start: 332 world premieres – 2013 exhibitors from 52 countries – megatrends: digitization, electric mobility and urban logistics

The world’s most important trade show for transport, logistics and mobility, the 66th IAA Commercial Vehicles, opens its doors to visitors in Hannover on Thursday, September 22, 2016. A total of 2,013 exhibitors from 52 countries will present their latest developments until September 29. IAA visitors will experience 332 world premieres and 101 European premieres. The IAA is practically fully booked: the area occupied, of 270,000 square meters, is one of the best results since the IAA Commercial Vehicles became a separate exhibition (1992).

The IAA is organized by the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA). VDA President Matthias Wissmann stressed shortly before the opening, “We are very confident as we go to Hannover. We have the right conditions for a successful IAA. This, the world’s most important trade fair, is characterized in particular by the future-oriented topics of digitization, connectivity and automated driving, along with the alternative powertrains. It demonstrates being ‘driven by ideas’ in the truest sense.”

For a long time the commercial vehicle industry has considered itself a provider of services for mobility and logistics: “Digitization and alternative powertrains offer a huge opportunity to make the increasing freight traffic worldwide even more efficient and climate-friendly,” Wissmann underscored.

This IAA is fully living up to its international aspiration. The proportion of foreign exhibitors comes to 61 percent. The five best represented foreign countries are China (229), Italy (145), the Netherlands (121), Turkey (92) and France (85). More than one exhibitor in three comes from Europe (not including Germany), and one in five comes from Asia. The entire international value chain for commercial vehicles is represented here at the IAA: manufacturers of heavy trucks, vans and buses, and trailers and bodies, plus the many supplycompanies and providersof services such as telematics.
IAA Dates

2016

 66th IAA Commercial Vehicles Hannover Thursday, September 22 to Thursday, September 29, 2016

Press day: September 21, 2016
Press and Opening Day: September 22, 2016
Construction period: September 10 to 20, 2016
Dismantling period: September 29 to October 4, 2016

2017 

67th IAA Cars Frankfurt/Main Thursday, September 14 to Sunday, September 24, 2017
Press days: September 12 & 13, 2017
Trade visitor days: September 14 & 15, 2017

2018 

67th IAA Commercial Vehicles Hannover Thursday, September 27 to Thursday, October 4, 2018

2019

 68th IAA Cars Frankfurt/Main Thursday, September 12 to Sunday, September 22, 2019
Press days: September 10 & 11, 2019

Trade visitor days: September 12 & 13, 2019
2020 

68th IAA Commercial Vehicles Hannover Thursday, September 24 to Thursday, October 1, 2020

Cabinet Approves New Motor Vehicle Bill, Drunk Driving Fine Rs. 10,000

NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill, 2016, providing for hefty penalties for violation of road safety rules. The fine for driving without licence goes up ten times to Rs. 5,000 while penalty for drunken driving increases fivefold to Rs. 10,000.

The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"The important provisions include increase in compensation for hit-and-run cases from Rs.25,000 to Rs. 2 lakh. It also provides for compensation up to Rs. 10 lakh in road accidents fatalities," an official release said.

The Cabinet also recommended that for persons without helmets the new proposed penalty would Rs. 1,000 apart from suspension of licence for three months. The current penalty is Rs.100.

For seat belt violation, new proposed penalty is Rs. 1,000, up from Rs. 100.

For driving without insurance, the proposed penalty is Rs. 2,000, up from Rs. 1,000.

For offences by juveniles, the guardian/owner shall be deemed to be guilty. They will have to pay a penalty of Rs. 25,000 apart from three-year imprisonment. The juvenile will be tried under the Juvenile Justice Act and registration of his or her motor vehicle will be cancelled.

The bill provides amendments in various penalties. While the old penalty for violating road rules was Rs. 100, the new minimum penalty is Rs. 500.

Similarly, the penalty for speeding was Rs. 400, but the proposed penalties for LMV (light motor vehicle) is Rs. 1,000 and for medium passenger vehicle Rs. 2,000.


The new proposed penalty for unauthorised use of vehicles without license would go up toRs. 5,000 from Rs. 1,000.

For travelling without ticket, new proposed penalty is Rs. 500 which goes up from Rs. 200.

For driving despite disqualification, the new penalty is Rs. 10,000, which is now Rs. 500. The new proposed penalty for dangerous driving would go up to Rs. 5,000 from Rs. 1,000.

For disobedience of orders of authorities, the new proposed penalty is Rs. 2,000, compared with Rs. 500 at present.

The vehicle without permit will now have to pay up to Rs. 10,000. For aggregators (violations of licencing conditions) the proposed penalty would be Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 1,00,000.

The new proposed penalty for overloading is Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 2,000 per extra tonne. For not providing way for emergency vehicles the proposed penalty is Rs. 10,000. For overloading of passengers, the penalty would be Rs. 1000 per extra passenger.

"The bill also proposes to mandate the automated fitness testing for the transport vehicles with effect from 1st October 2018. This would reduce corruption in the Transport Department while improving the road worthiness of the vehicle," said the statement.

"The penalties are also proposed for deliberate violation of safety/environmental regulations as well as body builders and spare part suppliers," it added.

For overloading of two wheelers, new proposed penalty is Rs. 2,000 and disqualification of licence for three months. Currently, the penalty is Rs. 100.

Visit http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/cabinet-approves-new-motor-vehicle-bill-drunken-driving-fine-rs-10-000-1439985 for more info.

Innovations in Vehicle Repair, Maintenance Main Focus of Automechanika

The main focus of this year’s Automechanika, holding in Germany would focus on innovations in vehicle repair and maintenance, the organisers have said.



Automechanika, which is in its 24th edition, is believed to be one world’s biggest trade fair for vehicle repair and maintenance.

The show which held from September 13 to 17 September in Frankfurt, Germany, the event showcased latest discoveries in products and services, including garage equipment, tools, bodywork repair, recovery services, accident assistance and mobile services.

According to the Nigeria representative of the organisers, Omonigho Itoya, who is the Chief Executive Officer, Exhibition and Trade Limited, said the event has, over the years, improved the experience of Nigeria artisans who have regularly attended the exhibition by helping them to import skill and technology that could meet with the increasing demand of the sector.

She said the fact that all of the sector’s leading companies, including German federations would be present at the event underscored the huge importance of the trade fair to the global automotive sector.

“Automechanika is a platform for innovations and future-oriented solutions and trends and, for the first time, will present the after-sales world of the future as ‘Tomorrow’s Service & Mobility’,” she said.

Itoya, who said repair and maintenance industry in Nigeria has witnessed a remarkable improvement, noted that the technological trends rocking the sector must trigger repair and maintenance experts to towards improved skills and technology.

Taking place in a total of 366,637 square metres of exhibition space, as well as an outdoor exhibition area measuring over 96,000 square metres, the organiser said more than 4,600 exhibitors, 138,000 trade visitors from 176 countries were expected at the event.

She stated that the event would offer training opportunities covering range of topics that is affecting the industry, particularly as it relates to new trends in the sector, adding that her organisation would ease travel processes for interested Nigerians.

Automechanika would hold 12 professional-development workshops covering almost all aspects of the collision-damage repair process, the organsiation said.

On recent trends in the sector, the organiser added that alternative drive systems, automated driving and mobility services would take centre stage as car manufacturers, suppliers and start-ups are expected to present pioneering products and solutions.

5 Daihatsu models that Toyota should bring to India

Daihatsu is looking to enter the Indian market within 2-3 years, according to reports. Initially, the budget car manufacturer will leverage Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s dealership network to sell its product lineup. Here are 5 of the Daihatsu products IAB thinks that Toyota should bring to India in the long haul.

Daihatsu Terios

The sub-4m compact SUV from Daihatsu is billed as the most likely product to launch in India, given the hot demand for compact SUVs in India. In Indonesia, the Terios is powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder petrol engine good for 109 PS and 144 Nm of torque, paired to a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The India-spec Terios could source the Etios Liva’s 1.2L petrol engine to take advantage of the ‘small car’ tax. Expect the next gen Terios to launch in India, as the current model is dated.

Daihatsu Xenia

Likely to be the flagship product of Daihatsu, the Xenia is basically a rebadged version of the Toyota Avanza sold in Indonesia. It will slot in the compact MPV segment that comprises of the Maruti Ertiga, Honda Mobilio and Renault Lodgy. The pricing, practicality and Toyota’s reliability could make the Xenia a hit in the commercial segment.

Daihatsu Sigra

Launched last month in Indonesia, the Sigra is Daihatsu’s newest product. It is the least expensive MPV in its range, which is based on the Ayla hatchback. Engine options include a 1.0L or 1.2L petrol engines available with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed AT (1.2L only). We see it as a rival to the Datsun GO+ and the new Maruti Wagon R in India.

Daihatsu Sirion

To lock horns with the Ford Figo, Honda Brio and Hyundai Grand i10, Daihatsu could introduce the Sirion hatchbackin India. The model sold in Indonesia is powered by a 1.3L, 4-cylinder VVT-i engine that makes 90 PS and 117 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic. The India-spec model could be next in line to source the 1.2L petrol engine from Toyota to take advantage of the ‘small car’ tax benefits.

Daihatsu Ayla

Slotting in the compact hatchback segment that comprises of products like the Maruti Celerio and Tata Tiago, theDaihatsu Ayla would be the Japanese manufacturer’s entry level product. In its current state, the car’s powered by a 68 hp 1.0L petrol engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT STUDYING IN GERMANY

It is obvious that trying to apply for studies in a foreign country comes with so much uncertainties and lots of questions wanna be asked. Below is a list of Dermechanik answer to some FAQs yours may be included Viel gluck!

Is there any limitation on the number of students getting admitted from a particular country for a specific course at a German university?

Germany does not have any such restrictions or any quotas for nationalities, gender, etc. The sole criterion of selection is academic excellence as documented by means of academic certificates, publications, patents, etc. Not to mention the competition that other applicants will provide!

I want to do an MS in Germany. Is it mandatory to learn German even if the medium of teaching is English? I have learnt German as part of the curriculum during my under-graduation, so should I be writing the A1 and A2 exams to qualify for admissions in German institutes?

If you are applying for a course taught in English, it is often not mandatory to know the German language. However, it is always an advantage to know some German if you wish to gel with the people around you, to find part time jobs, to land good internships or more importantly seek employment in Germany after your studies. For some international degree programmes, basic German language proficiency is required. In case you are opting for such programmes, you may want to appear for A1/A2 exams. Such programmes often give students a semester or two to achieve the proficiency level.

I am a second year student of Electronics and Communication Engineering. I would like to know the fee structure for MS courses. Are part-time jobs allowed during the course of study?

In Germany, most of the institutions of higher education charge no or very little tuition fee — to the tune of 500 Euro per semester. However, you will need to pay semester contribution ranging from Euro 50 to 250, depending upon the university and the services or benefits provided. Besides this you need to take into account your living expenses of around Euro 740 a month and travel expenses to and from India when you prepare your budget. As an Indian student, you can work for 120 full days or 240 half days in a year. While this can certainly support your sustenance, we advise not to have an earn-and-learn strategy for higher education in Germany.

Will scholarship be provided for our studies? Is there any examination for getting a scholarship? How much scholarship will be provided?

DAAD has a wide range of funding possibilities depending upon what you would like to pursue in Germany. The focus of funding is research and, as such a range of scholarships is available for Ph.D. and above. There are some special scholarships at the masters level as well. Prerequisites, selection procedure and funding vary, depending on the type of scholarship. DAAD scholarships generally are ‘full’ scholarships and cover living expense, travel as well as insurance. Complete information about scholarship programmes open for Indians is available on DAAD Delhi. There are funding organisations besides the DAAD as well. Check this site for a database of various funding options. Keep an eye open for the application announcements and deadlines!

I am a postgraduate student and I am aspiring for a Ph.D. in Germany with a scholarship from DAAD. Is it necessary to talk to a professor beforehand and get an acceptance letter from him while applying for DAAD? How does the further procedure go?

Yes, an acceptance letter from the professor who will guide you for your Ph.D. is crucial to your application for a DAAD Ph.D. scholarship. Besides this, you also are expected to submit a research proposal together with academic certificates. The deadline for application is October 1. Further, you need to take an interview with an Indo-German panel of experts in New Delhi in late November and the decision is out around March. If you are successful, your mandatory German language course begins in summer and your Ph.D. research in October the following year. Establishing contact with the counterpart/guide is in fact a necessary condition for most of DAAD’s funding programmes. You can find the announcements here.

I am a first year undergraduate student of Chemical Engineering at IIT Madras. Could you please tell me the procedure and requirements to apply for a student exchange programme in future semesters or a research internship at a reputed German university?

The Working Internships in Science and Technology (WISE) programme of the DAAD is open to students of IITs, NITs and other select institutions and funds research internships at German universities. Like all DAAD scholarships, this is a very competitive programme. The applicant needs to have a letter of invitation from a German professor willing to act as the guide for the duration of the internship. The applicant must establish contact with the German professor on his or her own. Here is the announcement for WISE.

How long does the visa process take? What is it like? What is the amount of money I am required to show in my bank account? From the time of application, the student visa procedure for Germany takes between 8 and 12 weeks. A student’s blocked account ("Sperrkonto") in Germany in the name of the applicant showing a minimum balance of Euro 8.040, and the remark that the account holder can dispose of a monthly amount of EURO 670, is necessary, the alternatives being a scholarship or a formal letter of sponsorship from a sponsor living in Germany. Visit the website of the German Embassy or the German Consulate for complete details about the visa application procedure.

What are the chances of job prospects in Germany after completion of an MS degree?

The German Parliament has implemented the EU Blue Card and a new unlimited work and residence permit to grant foreign graduates of German universities unrestricted access to the job market. Also, after completing one’s degree programme from a German university, one is allowed to stay in Germany for 18 months to look for a job in keeping with one’s qualification. You can find more information aboutcareer after studies here.

I am a doctor (MBBS) and have been doing general practice for the last six years in a government hospital. I would like to go for higher education (MD-post graduation) in Germany. How do I apply to universities and what is the procedure to be followed? Do German hospitals take foreign educated doctors for MD courses?

The Indian and the German system, when it comes to medicine and dentistry, are different. For example, the Indian M.B.B.S. does not correspond to the official Medical Licensing Examination of Germany. The Indian M.B.B.S degree, in principle, reflects a stage of proficiency approximately commensurate with Stage II of Clinical Studies only.

For post-graduate Studies, candidates have to apply for a license to practise medicine by the Federal Ministry of Health. We suggest that you please get in touch with German universities directly to check whether and at what level you may join a programme offered by them given your present qualification.A list of universities can be found here. One must note here that the language of instruction for medicine is exclusively German.

excerpts:http://www.thehindu.com/features/education/college-and-university/

STUDYING IN GERMANY FOR INDIANS- FOR NEWBIES (PART-2)

Some universities may ask for your TOEFL/IELTS/GRE/GMAT scores, depending upon the subject you choose to study. For example, GMAT may be asked for if you want to study economics or law.

Universities will ask for very good German language skills in case you want to take up a programme in German medium. In such cases, your knowledge of German needs to be certified through examinations like the TestDaF (http://www.testdaf.de ) or DSH.

How do I go about applying?

October – November:

Collect general information from the DAAD, internet and brochures.

Attend counseling sessions at the DAAD closer to you! We have our offices in Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai and Pune. For our addresses, please visit www.daaddelhi.org

January – March:

Contact the selected university. This will be your most important source of information as far as exact details about eligibility, course duration, fee, application procedure etc. are concerned.

Check the application deadline for courses chosen!

March – June:

Send the application packet.

The website of the course / university you have chosen will carry details about application procedure to be followed. Accordingly, send your application either to the university or to UNI-ASSIST.

UNI-ASSIST is a body that accepts your application, screens it and forwards it to its member universities of your choice against payment. The fee for applying to one university through UNI-ASSIST is 55 Euro and then 15 Euro for every additional university. Member universities of UNI-ASSIST often do not entertain direct applications. So please check well before you send in your papers. For detailed information and list of member universities, visit http://www.uni-assist.de

If you have chosen a university that is not a member of UNI-ASSIST, send your application directly. In any case, the webpage of the course you have selected will always give information about the application procedure.

Application forms and other relevant material can be downloaded from the internet.

Make sure you have a valid passport!

July:

Apply for a student visa as soon as you have the admission letter, as the procedure can take around two months. The German Embassy and the Consulates require proof of funding for the first year of studies (approx. INR 4-5 lakh).

To find out where you should apply for a visa, visit:

http://www.new-delhi.diplo.de/Vertretung/newdelhi/en/02/Embassy.html

Apply for a place in a hostel. In some cases the International Office (Akademisches Auslandsamt) of the university will help you.

September – October:

Arrive in Germany at least a week before your course begins.

Contact the International Office (Akademisches Auslandsamt) of your university for guidance.

October – December:

Get your residence permit within the first three months of your stay in Germany from the Foreigners’ Registration Office (Auslaenderamt).

As you can make out, this timeline refers to courses beginning with the winter semester (October – March). In case you find a course that begins with the summer semester (April – September), just calculate the months accordingly and proceed!

Here we would like to reiterate that you should necessarily check the website of / contact the chosen university for exact course details.

Do I need to know German?

As you have already read, Germany offers numerous International Degree Programmes (IDPs) with English as the sole or primary medium of instruction.

But as a student in Germany, your life will not be limited to the university campus. You will surely want to interact with people, travel through the country-side and make the best of your time there. This is where knowledge of German will present a great advantage!

Universities offer beginner and well as advanced level courses where you can learn German. But you can start learning the language while you are still in India at one of the Goethe-Instituts (Max Mueller Bhavans) / Goethe-Zentrums http://www.goethe.de/ins/in/lp/enindex.htm

What kind of budget should I have in my mind?

In Germany, education is subsidized by the state and therefore most of the institutions of higher education charge no or very little tuition fee – to the tune of 500 Euro per semester. Thus, in Germany virtually every student gets a scholarship! However, you will need to pay semester contribution ranging from Euro 50 to 250, depending upon the university and the services or benefits provided.

For certain special courses you may need to pay higher fees.

Apart from the tuition fees, if any, you will require about Euro 740 (approx. INR 45,000) per month for subsistence i.e. housing, food, clothing, study material and other expenses such as health insurance and leisure activities. This amount can vary from city to city, and of course from lifestyle to lifestyle!

Are there any scholarships available?

Funding in Germany is available in principle for research and in some cases at the master level. Two scholarship programmes that the DAAD offers for master level education are:

1. Master’s Scholarship for Public Policy and Good Governance –PPGG (http://newdelhi.daad.de/mainFrame/home/PPGG.pdf )

2. Postgraduate Courses with Relevance to Developing Countries (http://newdelhi.daad.de/mainFrame/home/Aufbau.pdf )

A complete list of scholarship programmes for Indian candidates can be viewed at www.daaddelhi.org

To get a comprehensive overview of various funding possibilities, please visit www.funding-guide.de

Can I work in Germany – as a student and later as a professional?

As an international student, you are permitted to work for up to 90 full days or 180 half-days in a year. This will help you in getting a bit of extra pocket-money!

After completing your degree in Germany, you can stay on in the country for up to one year to look for a job that is in keeping with your education. Once you find a job, the residence permit issued to you for the purpose of studying, can be converted into a residence permit for taking gainful employment.

Germany has always had a very strong industry-academia linkage. A lot of scientific research is funded by the industry as well. During your studies you can get the opportunity to do internships with German companies, which can open new vistas for your professional career.

We hope that with this information you have a fair overview of higher education in Germany and what you have to do to get there. If you want to know more about universities and student life or read what other international students have to say about Germany, surf on www.study-in.de

...And we must mention, that your reading of this document is not complete unless you have also visited the websites we have provided you with!

Wishing you all the very best for your future,

DAAD New Delhi

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Master Studies in Germany

Dear Aspirant,

Welcome to the DAAD! We are happy to know that you are considering Germany as a destination for your higher education. With over 370 universities offering a wide variety of courses in various disciplines to over 240,000 international students among others, Germany is all set to add that extra element to your professional life. We hope that the information we provide you here helps you in making a decision that will lay a solid foundation for your career. Happy reading!

What is the German university system like?

There are mainly two types of institutions of higher education in Germany:

Universities (including Universities of Technology, abbr. TU) are research-oriented and offer a wide variety of subjects. These can award doctorate degrees.

Universities of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschulen, abbr. FH), on the other hand, are practice-oriented and offer courses mainly in engineering, business administration, social sciences and design. These have strong links to the industry and offer possibilities like joint supervision of the professor and a company for a master thesis.

Fachhochschulen do not award doctorate degrees, however as a master degree holder from a Fachhochschule, one is in principle eligible to apply for a doctoral position at a University.

Your interest and inclination should define which of the two kinds of institutions you choose!

Which is the best university in Germany?

The German answer to this question is: There is no "best university", neither in one subject and certainly not across all subjects. What Germany offers instead is a multidimensional ranking, considering various criteria like student and staff judgments on quality of teaching, atmosphere at the university, library and other equipment, student numbers, average study duration, number of graduations, third party funding etc. Several tables based on these considerations give you a detailed picture of the strengths and weaknesses of each university on www.university-ranking.de Here you can find your programme by selecting a subject, a university or even a city in Germany!

What kind of master programmes does Germany offer?

There is wide range of study programmes with

i. German as medium of instruction

ii. English as the sole or primary medium of instruction, called International Degree Programmes (IDPs). A database of such programmes is available at http://www.daad.de/international-programmes

Am I eligible to apply for a masters degree course?

In Germany, every university is autonomous. This means that every university / study programme has its own set of criteria for admitting students. So please check the university website, and specifically the course you are interested in to find out the exact admission requirements.

Some generalisation is, however, possible and one can say that as a bachelor degree holder from India, your degree is treated at par with a German bachelor degree and most universities will consider you eligible for masters provided you fulfill other criteria.

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PREREQUISITE FOR STUDYING IN GERMANY

Though this blog is to presents information pertaining to mechanical engineering and related issues in engineering. However, noticing the large audience to one of my latest post ' German schools for engineering for summer 2017'.  I have decided to add sharing my knowledge about German education on here. After all this blog is to educate;  so i have decided to share this a friend gave to me some long while ago

It is a common question that "What I have to do for applying to Germany?"



This section is to guide persons who is not having a basic idea about things to do & to apply for Germany.

1) German grade conversion - 1 + 3*(maximum_grade - obtained_grade)/( maximum_grade - minimum_passing_grade)

2) IELTS (More than 6 or 6.5)

3) German Language (Atleast A2 or B1 levels)

4) GRE - It is not mandatory for all universities

To know about the language requirements first you have to shortlist the universities. You can shortlist universities as per your interest through https://www.daad.de/de and http://de.mastersportal.eu Visit the particular university website and get clear idea about requirements.



What are the documents to be notarized?

All the documents related to your studies must be notarized. It is advisable to include notarized extracurricular and co-curricular activities certificates. No need of notary for resume, SOP.

Structure for Applying

1) Shortlist universities

2) IELTS exam and GRE exam (GRE is not mandatory for all universities)

3) Learn German Language

4) Send all documents (directly to university or to Uni Assist) by getting notary

5) Open Deutsche Bank Account

6) Apply for Visa Interview after getting admission

7) If you get positive result in Visa Interview then transfer amount to Deutsche Bank account

8) Do shopping

9) You will get a visa call or email for stamping

10) Take insurance (Least amount) and book flight ticket (Baggage allowance must be noticed)

11) Visit Consulate or Embassy with insurance and book flight ticket for stamping your passport

12) Bring all your original documents while coming to Germany

HOW TO DIAGNOSE VEHICLE PROBLEMS

It is important to note and remember that daily driving of automobile causes wear to its parts and components which definitely will lead to various vehicle problems but the ability to be able to diagnose this is necessary. Diagnosing vehicle problems is an easy task often times is a process of elimination. However, using the correct methods to diagnose a problem will save you both time and resources.

   1.      Attempt to locate the automobile problem, notice odd sounds, smell or ways the automobile operates while driving it. Pay attention to anything that is unusual or problems that recently appeared.

   2.      Look for basic solutions to the problem.

·         Check the oil level if the car is running sluggish

·         Check the transmission fluid if the gears are shifting hard.

·         Check water level in the battery if the lights starts to dim.

·         If the wind shield wipers are noisy, check to see if they are not loose or the wiper blades are not worn down.

·         If the brakes are soft, check the brake fluid. Take the tyre off each wheel and visually inspect the brake pads to check damage or wear.

   3.      Check the tyres for proper air pressure. Underinflated or inflated tyres can cause the vehicle to pull to one side. This can also cause alignment problems and wear on the wheel bearings and brakes. If the tyres are in good shape, go to the next step.

   4.      Place the car in neutral while holding the steering wheel and your foot on the brake. Move the steering wheel in either direction until you feel pressure against you while moving it. The wheel should only have about 2 inches of play in either direction before pressure is encountered. If the wheel moves without resistance, this could mean a problem with the vehicle’s wheel alignment as well.

   5.      Drive the car normally for a day to see if the problem persists or returns. Check for leaks under the car if this occurs. Check for holes in the exhaust pipe or loose wiring. Fix any leaks you find, or replace any loose wiring. Damaged pipe or connectors can also be easily replaced.  See www.ehow.com for other tips

If this information was helpful, please leave a comment. Thanks 

COMMON RADIATOR PROBLEMS

In this article you will find a detailed list of probable common radiator problems however especially for older vehicles. If you notice your vehicle engine is running slightly hotter than before there is probably a problem in the engine’s cooling system. The radiator being the heart of this cooling system this usually indicates damage on the radiator that may require quick repair or replacement. The following are some of the most prominent reasons for radiator failure.

  1.      RUSTING

If the dust of rust settles inside your radiator, this problem can’t be remedied with simple repair tips. Your radiator is greatly affected by road debris, salts, humidity and other catalysts that could cause chemical reactions. When this happens, expect rust to slowly eat away at your radiator, effectively lessening the components efficiency before completely breaking down.

   2.      DAMAGED WATER PUMP

A damaged water pump can prevent proper water coolant circulation, which will lead to radiator disaster. It is important like some vehicle components to replace your water pump sometime between 50-100,000 miles.

   3.      CONSTRICTED COOLANT FLOW

Another possible reason behind your radiator troubles is buildup of mineral deposits in the small and narrow tubing located in the unit’s core. When the coolant flow becomes too restricted, your radiator may no longer function the way it’s supposed to, greatly reducing your engine’s capabilities.

   4.      LEAKY FITTINGS AND TUBE TO HEADER LEAKS

Leakage can not only destroy your radiator, it could also affect your engine. Check your vehicle regularly to see if there are some parts that requires repair due to leakage.

   5.      BRITTLE HOSES

Brittle hoses are prone to drying and cracking which could conversely lead to a broken radiator. Check these once in a while to see if they are still in good working condition.

GERMAN SCHOOLS FOR  ENGINEERING NEXT SUMMER 2017

It is obvious that most schools in Germany admission application window for the winter 2016 session has probably come to a close which have prompted so many in search of summer alternatives. However, searching for universities for masters in engineering fields in the summer seems predominantly difficult as most schools (for example RWTH Aachen in automotive engineering) offer admission during winter session. This has prompted me to share this information a friend gave me long ago for courses and school for the summer, I hope you find this list very useful.

Here is list of schools for summer application 2017

UNIVERSITIES

1.Graduate School: Aachen Institute for Advanced Study in Computational Engineering Science (AICES) • RWTH Aachen University • Aachen

Degree / Level	Master
Tuition Fees	None
Course Language	English
Admission Semester	Summer and winter semester

2.International Studies in Engineering (ISE) MSc • University of Duisburg-Essen • Duisburg

Degree / Level	Master
Tuition Fees	None
Course Language	German, English
Admission Semester	Summer and winter semester

UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

3.Automotive Engineering (MSc) • FH Aachen - University of Applied Sciences • Aachen

Degree / Level	Master
Tuition Fees	None
Course Language	German, English
Admission Semester	Summer and winter semester

4.Master of Automotive Production Engineering (APE) • Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt • Ingolstadt

Degree / Level	Master
Tuition Fees	None
Course Language	English
Admission Semester	Summer semester only

5.International Automotive Engineering (MEng) • Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt • Ingolstadt

Degree / Level	Master
Tuition Fees	None
Course Language	German, English
Admission Semester	Summer and winter semester

Master of Science Mechanical Engineering / International Design Engineer • Lübeck University of Applied Sciences • Lübeck

Degree / Level	Master
Tuition Fees	None
Course Language	English
Admission Semester	Summer and winter semester

WHEN CAR STALLS AND REFUSES TO START: WHAT TO DO

is nothing unusual and it is expected that once in a while that even the most well maintained vehicle can experience stalling.

But however, if your vehicle is starting to stall a lot more than it used to, then you know that it’s time to restore the vehicle to its original state/condition by exercising excellent vehicle maintenance. Below is some of the basic vehicle maintenance, inspecting the components under the vehicle’s bonnet, looking for loose or broken belts, checking your oil levels and performing vehicle tune up. While most stalling problems can be solved with correct and regular maintenance, this vehicle problem becomes serious when your vehicles stalls and refuses to restart after several trials.

Here are some tricks you can do and items you can check to determine the cause of the vehicle’s stalling.

   1.      Start by turning off all of your vehicle’s accessories (e.g. radio, AC, lights etc.) in order to reduce possible draining of battery while you are trying to restart the vehicle.

  2.      Be careful of how many times you attempt to turn over the engine. Turning the engine too much will cause the battery to drain quickly. When this happens you will end up worrying further on how to jump start your vehicle.

  3.      Check your fuel ( petrol or diesel) level. If the gauge says empty then your vehicle did not just stall it ran out of fuel. The solution to this problem is to get some fuel into the vehicle to start travelling again.

  4.      Another possible reason behind the stalling of your vehicle is a flooded engine. Let excess fuel abate and wait for minutes before trying to restart your vehicle.

  5.      If your vehicle stalls and the temperature gauge indicate that the vehicle was operating beyond the normal range, then let your car cool down before attempting to restart it. It might be a classic case of overheating, if large white clouds of smoke start coming out of your vehicle from the bonnet, then you know your engine just overheated. Fill the (usually) empty radiator with water and try to get your vehicle’s operating temperature very much close to normal before restarting.

  6.      Inspect your dashboard (instrument panel) lights. If your ignition key is set to “On”, are all the lights still lit? This could help you determine what caused the stalling (lack of fuel, overheating etc.).

   7.      Check in the bonnet for broken or loose connections (especially around the battery and its terminals etc.)

  8.      When your vehicle engine and its surrounding components are no longer extremely hot (i.e. when it has started to cool down), check your distributor cap, radiator and engine. If you spot any signs of damage then you need to call for a tow truck or mechanic. If the problem lies with dirty spark plugs, then clean them out when you get home.

I HOPE THIS HELPS SOMEONE….. Place your questions in the comment box.