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/