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The exhibition industry database containing information on exhibitions in a range of industrial sectors all over the world.
Channel 4's 4car website is primariliy aimed at the consumer with tests and reviews of new and used cars. The site also contains a database of industry news which and a separate section on environmental news stories.
A.T. Kearney's global Automotive practice is the largest international automotive consultancy, with offices in every major automotive producing country. A.T. Kearney provides a full range of services to automotive industry clients — from strategy and operations improvements to systems implementation.
A.T. Kearney's global Automotive practice is the largest international automotive consultancy, with offices in every major automotive producing country. A.T. Kearney provides a full range of services to automotive industry clients — from strategy and operations improvements to systems implementation.
The Accelerate Business Development Network is a brand new trading network for manufacturers. It co-ordinates the spare capacity and technical excellence of the West Midlands supply base and support bodies and focuses it to produce high quality, innovative products.
Accenture is one of the world's leading management and technology consulting organisations. The organisation's capabilities include operations in the areas of Consulting, Technology, Outsourcing, Alliances and Venture Capital with a focus on specific industry sectors including the automotive sector.
ACEA is the professional body representing the interests and combined skills of thirteen European car, truck and bus manufacturers at European level and throughout the world. The ACEA website contains some useful updates on production and registration information in its Auto data section.
A recruitment, people development, training, management effectiveness and change management service provider working particularly with smaller organisations. Action Resources also operate "The Motorsport Network" as a recruitment, race driver management and sponsorship company.
This is the report of the 'Integrated Transportation Chain Futures Task Force' which was set up by the Office for Science and Technology (OST) to look at the future development of transport in the UK and report on likely market opportunities and the technologies needed to deliver them.
AEA Technology offers services, products, consultancy, software and technology transfer in a number of areas including environmental and safety management and improving the efficiency of industrial plant
Managed by Crystal Communications the publishers of Aftermarket and Crash Repairer magazines, Aftermarket network provides essential aftermarket industry news, products, services, plus event and company listings.
This is the portal to US based Aftermarket Trade Association websites. These sites provide a range of information on the Aftermarket including news and access to aftermarket company databases.
Formed in January 1999, The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers is a coalition of 13 car and light truck manufacturers and serves as a leading advocacy group for the automobile industry on public policy matters in the US.
ANFIA is the main trade association for the Italian Motor Industry. It's website highlights (both in Italian and English) the services the association offers to members.
US supplier industry association (aftermarket products) site offering publications, market research data and news articles.
US supplier industry association (aftermarket products) site offering publications, market research data and news articles.
APME is the voice of the plastics manufacturing industry, it aims to represent the interests of the industry in general, define and communicate industry's views on issues related to plastics production, use and waste treatment, and generate and promote factual information to ensure that a balanced view of plastics is presented to European institutions, media, consumers and pressure groups.
Applied Interactive design and develop bespoke interactive training applications for the automotive industry. Specialising in product knowledge and best practice processes, Applied have many years experience in producing programmes for delivery via Internet, intranet, CD-ROM or Hybrid media.
AskAuto provides a comprehensive range of information for the global automotive industry including; a daily automotive news alert service, an electronic library of over 20,000 automotive news articles, a searchable database of 9,000 worldwide suppliers with detailed profiles, a searchable database of automotive and automotive related websites, a listing of published reports worldwide referenced by product and country category, and sales and production statistics.
Published by Trade Press Australia Pty. Ltd. this web site contains industry news and events concentrating on the auto industry in Australia.
Auto 2003 is a quarterly magazine that reviews new developments and technologies in all aspects of automotive design and manufacturing production.
Auto Brite India Established in 1988, the company manufactures and markets a wide range of Alternator Slip Rings, Solenoid Switches and Commutators under its reputed brand ABI.
Auto Business Ltd is a specialist automotive consultancy that focuses on developments in the European automotive industry and supplier sectors. The company publishes a range of reports on industry issues including the PWC Global and European Supplier Reports and publications on specific industry issues such as Modules and Systems in automotive new product design.
Auto Business Ltd is a specialist automotive consultancy that focuses on developments in the European automotive industry and supplier sectors. The company publishes a range of reports on industry issues including the PWC Global and European Supplier Reports and publications on specific industry issues such as Modules and Systems in automotive new product design.
Auto Central is an information resource for the Auto Technology industry. The site includes a component supplier directory (buyers guide) and details of jobs in the auto sector.
Auto Central is an information resource for the Auto Technology industry. The site includes a component supplier directory (buyers guide) and details of jobs in the auto sector.
Developed in conjunction with the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and its members, the AutoChain Online service addresses the unique reporting requirements of suppliers supporting the automotive industry.
US site aimed at both the industry and the consumer. Contains industry news and features on subjects such as motorsport and the aftermarket.
Auto eUniversity.com is a leading training provider for powerful retail sales,leasing, business development and customer retention strategies, and eLearning solutions for successful automotive dealerships.
PricewaterhouseCoopers AUTOFACTS provides strategic market analysis and competitive intelligence to the global automotive sector. AUTOFACTS market and competitor analysis now contains a free public access section.
Auto Fleet Services is an independent service and repair centre that services and maintains vehicles for many large companies. In addition to information on the company's services the Autofleet web site comntains some useful links to aftermarket and garage/service sources including Autotalk a Message board and On-Line forum for Garage Owners and Auto Technicians.
Autoindustria.com is the first B2B portal for the auto industry business in Spain and Portugal. (Site in Spanish).
Autointel provide information, data and analysis for any company within, or targeting, the UK and Eire automotive retail sector. At the heart of Autointel's resources and capability is the definitive data-warehouse for the UK car, commercial and motorcycle dealer networks, and the aftermarket sectors of service, MOT and bodyshops. The value of these files are their currency and completeness - being updated every twelve weeks. Autointel provide many services and products - including data-extracts, marketing support services, bespoke research, report compilation and analysis.
This website highlights automotive industry news stories on television (mainly US) and the internet.
Autolink is a European funded programme aimed at stimulating innovation and international competitiveness in the automotive manufacturing sector within the Yorkshire and Humberside region of the UK.
Automax offers recruitment and training services to the automotive industry specifically in automotive sales and distribution.
This German-based consultancy has some good briefings on issues such as e-commerce, supply chain strategies and the potential impact of inventory reduction - see for example their report "Intelligent Logistics in the Automotive Aftermarket". Unusually, 80% of AAA's work is for overseas clients giving this firm a truly global outlook.
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) - formerly serving the industry as APAA and ASIA - is the main US aftermarket trade association representing suppliers, distributors, retailers, program groups, manufacturers' reps, trade publications, educators and vendors in all segments of the industry. AAIA is a new association which resulted from the consolidation between the Automotive Parts & Accessories Association (APAA) and the Automotive Service Industry Association (ASIA).
US commercial consultants based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The site features a wide range of automotive supplier information, predictive reports, market analysis and product development management reports.
The ADF represents manufacturers, importers and independent wholesale distributors (motor factors) of automotive components and other materials. Its organisation includes specialist sections to serve the needs of members whose business interests include commercial vehicle parts, distribution and body shop supplies.
Automotive Engineer is a monthly magazine that provides engineers and executives of the European automotive industry with the business and technology information that they need. For 2002 Automotive Engineer has built upon its established reputation and become the magazine of EAEC - the European Automobile Engineers' Cooperation.
Publication of the US Society of Automotive Engineers, offers an extensive range of current articles on vehicle technologies and a search system. Content covers worldwide production with lots of Europe-related stories.
US site with automotive industry news and articles and good coverage of new products.
The Automotive Industry Action Group provides an open forum where members cooperate in developing and promoting solutions that enhance the prosperity of the automotive industry. AIAG's focus is to continuously improve business processes and practices involving trading partners throughout the supply chain. The organisation also provides specialist expertise and training solutions on QS-9000 and ISO/TS 16949, Electronic Commerce and EDI, International Trade/NAFTA Customs, and Vehicle Product Data.
US based site containing automotive publications, news, worldwide sales + production statistics, company information, links and more.
Automotive Management On-line provides a news service aimed at the fleet and aftermarket sectors of the industry.
From the US Society of Automotive Engineers, this site includes the 'New Products Search, which accesses a database of all products from the past year. The site also includes a database of articles under the main subject headings of design, production, management and engineering.
From the US Society of Automotive Engineers, this site includes the 'New Products Search, which accesses a database of all products from the past year. The site also includes a database of articles under the main subject headings of design, production, management and engineering.
Automotive Marketing Online provides a range of information for the Aftermarket. From the Top 100 automotive parts store chains to the latest data about the vehicle maintainers who buy aftermarket parts. The site also includes industry news, articles, company and new product information.
Automotive News Europe is one of of a collection of highly regarded automotive industry publications produced by the Automotive News Group. In addition to news stories from the Automotive News publication the website also contains worldwide automotive events and a data center that can be accessed by subscribers to the publication.
BRG Townsend's Automotive NewsWire is a US based daily email news service providing business information, intelligence, and insight to the automotive industry.
The Automotive Research Service is delivered by World Markets Research Centre (WMRC). The Service has hundreds of categories organised around two key themes - the Light Vehicle OEM and Light Vehicle Aftermarket sectors. The Automotive Research Service intends to spread its coverage even further in the future by also covering the heavy vehicle sector.
The Automotive Research Service is delivered by World Markets Research Centre (WMRC). The Service has hundreds of categories organised around two key themes - the Light Vehicle OEM and Light Vehicle Aftermarket sectors. The Automotive Research Service intends to spread its coverage even further in the future by also covering the heavy vehicle sector.
Automotive Sourcing is a bi-monthly magazine that provides a platform for Vehicle Manufacturers and suppliers to the global automotive industry to present their purchasing strategies. The magazine also presents an overview of key news developments and reviews the strategic implications of these on the supply chain.
The Automotive Statistics and Forecasts site from Mavel provides a wealth of free access headline automotive data such as Global Passenger Car Production and Registration figures.
AutoConsultings master links list of all the main suppliers in the US market, useful for viewing individual companies.
AutoConsultings master links list of all the main suppliers in the US market, useful for viewing individual companies.
The British Technical Council of the Motor and Petroleum Industries (BTC) has launched an Automotive Technician Training Initiative aimed at Vehicle and Engine Test Technicians. The BTC is working on the production of an appropriate NVQ Level 3 in Emissions Testing and also in developing a Level 4 NVQ to fill a gap in the requirements of both the industry and the technicians who work in it. The Technician Training Section of the BTC website highlights the benefits of the Automotive Technician Training Initiative for both individuals and organisations.
Industry-specific data, analysis and news. Monthly analysis reports include World Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive Components Analyst, Automotive Emerging Markets, World Commercial Vehicles, Automotive Environment Analyst and Automotive Quarterly Review.
Industry-specific data, analysis and news. Monthly analysis reports include World Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive Components Analyst, Automotive Emerging Markets, World Commercial Vehicles, Automotive Environment Analyst and Automotive Quarterly Review.
Auto News Mexico.com is an English language news service about the Mexican automotive industry. The site is updated whenever important news occurs. Information on the site is split into a number of categories including passenger cars, trucks, buses and components.
AutoPacific Inc. is a North American automotive marketing and product consulting firm. The company has an extensive database of new vehicle buyer information in USA from it's annual survey of new buyers. It also has experience in product and feature research clinics, focus groups, survey and telephone research and international research experience with manufacturer and Tier 1 Suppliers. AutoPacific Inc's Automotive Futures Center in Tustin California includes a focus group facility with adjacent showroom and outside secure viewing area for prototypes.
AutoParts-Online aims to provide a central source of information for internet users wishing to locate information on car parts and the automotive aftermarket more effectively. Included in the site is all the latest industry news, information on new products, a wide range of technical and marketing information covering a substantial variety of product sectors from exhausts to lighting and from brakes to filters.
AutoParts-Online aims to provide a central source of information for internet users wishing to locate information on car parts and the automotive aftermarket more effectively. Included in the site is all the latest industry news, information on new products, a wide range of technical and marketing information covering a substantial variety of product sectors from exhausts to lighting and from brakes to filters.
Autopolis is a strategy consulting firm specialising in the automotive industry. The company delivers consulting services to a wide range of clients including car makers, component manufacturers, banks and governments throughout the world. It's website also contains articles and information on a wide range of industry reports produced both in-house and by other organisations.
AutoPressPoint is a new information service for journalists covering the international automotive technology and manufacturing industries.
Autorepairer.com is an independent free web based information service for the body repair market. It's purpose is to supply a central resource to equip repairers with information that will help them with the challenges of running a body repair facility in the UK.
The AutoTrain Project provides free, on-line learning resources in a range of automotive and business related disciplines including: Video interviews and lectures from industry experts, Quality Standards, Systems and Techniques, including ISO/TS16949, Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Six Sigma, Kaizen, Continual Improvement and TPM, Problem solving and FMEA, Lean Management, Environmental Management (ISO14001), Crashworthiness, biomechanics and impacts, Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC), First steps with a PC and help with on-line learning Some courses are already accredited towards qualifications; more assessment and more courses are being added all the time, including a suite of post-graduate Automotive Engineering courses in technical subjects. Visit this site regularly for the latest additions.
Autowired is an on line automotive industry news and information site updated throughout the day. Content includes feature articles on the industry and a Careers Section.
Autowired AutoCareers is a web-based recruitment service that highlights the latest employment opportunities to motor trade professionals.
Bancomext is the Mexican Bank for Foreign Trade. Its website contains useful information (in Spanish) for companies looking to do business in Mexico.
The Benchmark Index web site, provided by the UK Small Business Service, offers companies a range of information on benchmarking, with links to national and international benchmarking sites. The site also offers companies the opportunity to keep up to date with activities in Europe through a link to the European Company Benchmarking web site. There is also the facility to compare yourself to other companies using a benchmarking sampler based on the Benchmark Index. The Benchmark Index is a powerful tool that enables businesses of all sizes to compare themselves against high quality data gathered from nearly 2,000 enterprises. The data used for benchmarking comparisons is the result of benchmarks carried out by over 200 trained business advisers who have delivered the service to companies and then worked with them to develop action plans for improvement.
Bosch is one of the world's largest suppliers of manufacturer-installed vehicle equipment. The company produces products for both the OEM and Aftermarket sectors with production facilities at over 120 locations.
Bourton Group, formerly Ingersoll Engineers, is a management consultancy focused on manufacturing industry. The company provides training and coaching for companies implementating self-directed teams and offers training and implementation support on lean manufacturing/kaizen/continuous improvement programmes and supply chain management. Over 600 pages of relevant material can be freely downloaded from Bourton's web site.
Automotive businesses needing a consultant will find the work of The British Accreditation Bureau (BAB) invaluable. BAB takes the cost and guesswork out of selecting a consultant through rigorous assessment of skills and monitoring of their work. Most Government business support agencies can provide a shortlist of BAB accredited consultants, with automotive experience, matching a client's precise needs. This Government linkage can attract grant aid to subsidise the consultant's fees.
The British Gear Association is a Trade Association that promotes the technical and commercial interests of manufacturers, distributors, academics, and others involved in the Power Transmission Industry in the UK.
The British Quality Foundation is a not for profit membership organisation that promotes business excellence to private and public sector organisations in the UK.
The BRDC web site is designed as a service, primarily to Members of the British Racing Drivers' Club, but also aims to provide considerable information for all motorsports enthusiasts. In addition to BRDC and motorsport news the site also contains a motorsport archive containing programmes, race records and results, photographs, film, sound and other memorabilia.
The BVRLA represents some 800 Members who between them run more than two million vehicles and who buy 45% of all new vehicles sold in the UK.
This website is designed to be a starting point for people who want to know more about the world of engineering and how they can become part of the industry.
Campbell Automotive Ltd is a consultancy company that specilaises solely in the commercial vehicle and allied industries market, from light vans (not CDV-car derived vans) 2,600kgs to heavy trucks 40,000kgs plus. Campbell Automotive offers a wide range of services including training, skill development, recruitment, database research, event organisation and marketing. Campbell's client base includes many of the world's leading commercial vehicle makers and financial institutions. The company is also a member of the SMMT Automotive Consultants Group.
The Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association (CVMA) is the industry association representing Canada's largest manufacturers of light and heavy duty motor vehicles. It's website contains a summary of the automotive industry in Canada.
The Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association (CVMA) is the industry association representing Canada's largest manufacturers of light and heavy duty motor vehicles. It's website contains a summary of the automotive industry in Canada.
Car Design News provides comprehensive coverage of automotive design industry news and includes an extensive, searchable image database of design concepts, autoshows, and design exhibitions.
The Car Events Web Site focuses on UK events, but also provides information on events in the USA and the Rest of the World. Events are categorised by date, location and type.
Provides free on-line forecasts and analysis of the North American Light Vehicle Industry. Site designed for corporate planning professionals with automotive industry exposure. Coverage includes; US economic forecasts and commentary, light vehicle sales by market segment, OEM share, light vehicle production by platform and model, inventory analysis and US aftermarket forecasts.
'The CBI's objective is to help create and sustain the conditions in which business in the UK and compete and prosper'. The CBI represents more than 250,000 public and private companies - over 90 per cent of them smaller firms with fewer than 200 employees - as well as more than 200 trade associations, employer organisations and commercial associations.
CAIR is one of the world's foremost academic research centres dedicated to the study of the economic and strategic aspects of the world automotive industry. CAIR forms part of the economics section within Cardiff Business School that also incorporates expertise from other areas such as human resource management, marketing and finance.
Approved Chambers speak on behalf of, and provide services to, local business organisations. They are run and owned by their members and are independent of government. All Approved Chambers provide the following services: Business representation Business information International trade services including trade missions Access to training solutions Networking opportunities A range of money-saving commercial benefits. Find your local local chamber
CLEPA is the umbrella body for the European automotive trade associations. Membership consists of national and sectoral supplier associations from across Europe and beyond including the world's most prominent parts, systems and module suppliers.
CMS provides access to a wide range of newsletters, maps, management reports and market surveys on a range of industries.Search under 'automotive' for data sources relevant to the automotive sector.
CMS provides access to a wide range of newsletters, maps, management reports and market surveys on a range of industries.Search under 'automotive' for data sources relevant to the automotive sector.
The Commonwealth Games Business Club, initiated by the CEB, is a valuable web-based tool for businesses across the Commonwealth - enabling company representatives to meet and create key contacts and links with other members within the Commonwealth and international countries.
The Confederation of British Metalforming is the UK's leading trade association for manufacturers of fasteners, forgings, pressings, rolled sections, spinnings and sheet metal fabrications. CBM was created in September 1999 when the British Metalforming Trades Association voted to become a Special Interest Group of the Confederation of British Forgers, which then became the Confederation of British Metalforming, reflecting the wider scope of its membership. The Cold Rolled Sections Association joined the Confederation on 1 July 2000.
Cruise Control Services (UK) is the sister company of Motorclimate UK. The company supplies and installs a cruise control system manufactured in the US and approved by many of the world's leading vehicle manufacturers.
CSC Ploenzke is the German branch of Computer Science Corporation (CSC), El Segundo (USA), one of the leading IT-Consulting Companies in the world. It's global Automotive Practice provides leading edge industry know-how in the areas of Supply Chain Management, Customer Relationship Management and all aspects of e-business.
CurrentStock is a complete, turnkey solution for sales web sites - it provides a web-based system that gives you your own professionally designed site to advertise your stock items. Using a secure account name and password you are able to add, modify and delete stock items - complete with pictures - as often as you like. You also get your own web site and email addresses like www.myname.com and sales@myname.com. CurrentStock is suited to any business that normally advertises their new and secondhand stock through retail and trade journals. Stock levels may vary from a handful of items, such as heavy machinery or classic cars, to hundreds such as caravans or rare books.
CV Dealer is the magazine specifically for the commercial vehicle dealer. It includes features and articles aimed at sales and dealer principle level plus information for the workshop side of these businesses. The magazine includes industry news and features, Commercial Vehicle Sales data, Auction news, Recruitment Services, New vehicle information and a Workshop section.
CWC Group is an independent business information provider and networking company offering information services through the medium of conferences, summits, retreats, market intelligence reports, newsletters and bespoke consultancy. The company specialises in the oil, gas, power and utility industries although some of its events are of direct relevance to the automotive industry.
Datamonitor provides market research and analysis across a range of industrial sectors including automotive and transport. The company also has a library of market research and strategic issue reports and offers a dedicated strategic consulting service. It's automotive specialisms include e-commerce, fleet & retail and parts & aftermarket.
Datamonitor provides market research and analysis across a range of industrial sectors including automotive and transport. The company also has a library of market research and strategic issue reports and offers a dedicated strategic consulting service. It's automotive specialisms include e-commerce, fleet & retail and parts & aftermarket.
DERA offers design and assessment consultancy across a range of specialist vehicle engineering areas from motorcycles to heavy articulated trucks. Particular strengths are in handling, ride, suspension, stability; materials and impact protection. Comprehensive provision for vehicle evaluation includes a major test track resource, whole-vehicle climatic test laboratories, and extensive facilities for computer modelling and component testing.
Diagonal reports specialises in conducting research into the global automotive aftermarket. The company's website provides information on global aftermarket trends and analysis including demand for parts, usage of genuine parts, and demand for recycled parts.
DBRS is a well-recognized, independent credit rating agency based in Toronto, Canada. DBRS financial analysts rate and research corporate and institutional issues within a variety of industry sectors, including that of autos & auto parts.
Manufacturers of piston driven highly efficient air motors used in the automotive industry for paint stirring. Dynatork has converted three car manufacturers plants saving over 70% of the air consumption of vane air motors supplied originally. The power savings can be very high, like one car plant saved £97,450 off their power bills plus hidden savings,i.e. replacement compressors.. Also used in the production process for driving trolleys on the assembly line.
The following courses are currently offered by EAIG: Hands-on KANBAN Training, Cultural change processes for Product Development and Manufacturing, and Getting Value out of EDI.
EAIG is actively promoting the adoption of QS 9000 throughout the European automotive supplier community by offering Small and Medium Size Suppliers of tier 2, 3 and 4. Membership of its QS 9000 club.
Large searcheable database of all articles going back to January 1995 available to subscribers (trial free subscription available), keep searches simple using words like 'car', 'vehicle' and 'auto'.
The Economist Intelligence Unit is one of the foremost providers of automotive industry forecasting and analysis. The EIU publishes a comprehensive range of research reports covering all aspects of the automotive industry, from vehicle manufacturing and retailing to regular forecasts in the Annual Automotive Forecasting Service. These reports are summarised on the automotive section of it's web site that can be accessed by clicking on the industry heading under the 'by category' tab.
ECOTEC is a wholly independent, international company providing specialist services in the fields of Economic, Environmental, Social and RTD/Innovation policy. ECOTEC services include conducting environmental reviews, waste and energy audits (on behalf of Local Authorities) and implementing ISO 14001 systems at automotive and other manufacturing sites. The company also delivers environmental management and IT / ICT training.
EVAA is the industry association working to advance electric vehicles and supporting infrastructure through policy, information and market development initiatives in the U.S., and to serve as the Americas' representative to the World Electric Vehicle Association.
The EEF is the Engineering Employers' Federation, the representative voice of engineering in the UK. It is a nationwide federation of 13 Regional Associations and the ECIA, the Engineering Construction Industry Association. The EEF offers publications and services to members in the areas of employment affairs, health, safety and the environment, education and training, economics and industrial strategy and legal affairs.
The Engineering Forum is trade association for engineering companies in the East Midlands region of England. The Engineering Forum has over 160 member companies located in the East Midlands region. It's main areas of focus consist of increasing the awareness of the engineering sector locally, regionally and nationally, developing existing engineering skills, promoting engineering as a career to young people and encouraging sustainable growth and long term employment opportunities within the sector.
Ernst & Young is one of the largest professional services firms in the UK serving major multinationals and UK organisations in addition to entrepreneurial e-business companies and private clients.
Developer of eRoom software, the leading digital workplace. Whether you're working with internal groups, or across your extended supply chain to collaborate with business partners, suppliers or customers, eRooms keep the work organized in one place to capture the intellectual capital of the project as it transpires. Major users include Ford Motor Company who have deployed the eRoom solution on a global basis. For details go http://www.eroom.com/html/mediarelease_Ford.htm.
Euromotor is a network and partnership of European car manufacturers, suppliers and universities whose aim is to improve the knowledge base of the European motor industry through high-level technical collaborative training.
Euro NCAP provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Thw Euro NCAP web site contains information on the organisations crash tests and how Europe's volume produced car models have fared in these tests to enable consumers to make an informed decision on the relative safety of one model of vehicle in comparison with other vehicles.
EAIG was founded as a non-profit association with the intention to help the European automotive industry regain its global competitive strengths by adopting "lean" thinking and practices.
The European Commission collects data from across Europe on all aspects of tranpsort, including on automotive production and the size and distribution of vehicle populations in all categories. Look under 'Means of Transport' for this data.
European Networking Group (ENG) is dedicated to providing critical and timely business information to professionals across Europe. The organisation holds business forums convened with leading industry experts relevant to a range of industry sectors including automotive and IT.
eyeforauto.com provides business information about E-business in the automotive industry. EyeforAuto and EyeforAuto events are products of First Conferences Ltd who run some of the world's largest automotive industry E-business conferences.
eyeforauto.com provides business information about E-business in the automotive industry. EyeforAuto and EyeforAuto events are products of First Conferences Ltd who run some of the world's largest automotive industry E-business conferences.
The automotive section of the FT's website provides automotive news, surveys and company briefings from around the world.
Fleet NewsNet is a 60,000 page website produced by Emap Automotive for the UK market as a spin off to the weekly magazine 'Fleet News'.Fleet NewsNet includes, News stories relevant to fleet operators and the fleet motor industry, Road Tests reports on all mass market fleet vehicles, Vehicle running cost data, Vehicle residual value data and links to companies supplying the fleet sector.
The Forum for the Automobile and Society reflects the broad common interests of different stakeholders within the automotive community. The Forum brings together decision makers from the motor industry, motoring organisations and key policymakers from major legislative institutions. It acts as a place to exchange information and views and as a think tank for all those interested in automotive issues. Discussion topics are closely related to current legislative issues and the concerns of legislators. The Forum web site contains a number of reports on issues of importance in the auto industry today and in the future.
Fourthgen manufacture develop and export electronic and electrical products for cars, trucks, buses and tractors.
The Transportation and Automotive section of this US owned international Marketing, Training and Consultancy company contains automotive related news and analysis. The company produces a number of reports on specific sectors of the automotive industry of which summary and content details are available in many cases in pdf format. Frost & Sullivan's web site also contains a free registration option that allows users access to insights from it's analysts.
US based automotive directory that includes categories for a range of vehicles and parts.
The Garage Equipment Association (GEA) is a Trade Association for companies who provide garage equipment tools and services.
The Gauge and Toolmakers Association (GTMA) is a Trade Association that represents companies in the UK Gauge and Toolmaking Industries encompassing the areas of Mould and Die, Press Tools, Precision Machinings, Metrology and a range of Tooling Technologies.
gk consulting is made up of a consortium of independent consultancies who have worked for and with companies applying world class manufacturing techniques. The company specialises in advising clients on the implementation of manufacturing process improvement techniques. More specfically the company encourages clients to collect and share manufacturing process data such as OEE as a tool for benchmarking against other manufacturing companies and as a stimulus for improvement.
US based website run by HCI Group limited providing a range of information on the industry with a specific focus on globalisation issues. The site includes access to several free industry newsletters and provides details of a range of market research reports, globalisation seminars and other educational opportunities.
US based website run by HCI Group limited providing a range of information on the industry with a specific focus on globalisation issues. The site includes access to several free industry newsletters and provides details of a range of market research reports, globalisation seminars and other educational opportunities.
Specialists in manufacturing cost reduction, by offshore design and manufacture of high quality, low cost tooling and components. Manufacture of long life moulds, dies, patterns, press and forming tools capable of producing high quality piece parts in polymer, rubber, aluminium and hard metals in the form of moulded components, castings, forgings and pressings with the added option of assembly work.
Global Insight are an analysis, forecasting and market intelligence company with 40 years of experience in most industry sectors, including automotive.
Hamamatsu Photonics UK Limited was established in 1988 by its Parent Company, Hamamatsu Photonics KK of Japan. The company produces Opto-Electronic devices such as photo ICs, Photodiodes, LEDs and CDS Cells suitable for a range of automotive components.
Harbour and Associates Inc. is a manufacturing and management consulting firm focused on improving the overall competitiveness of manufacturing companies. In addition to its consulting services, Harbour and Associates began publishing The Harbour Report in 1990, a compilation of data and analysis on manufacturing productivity in the automotive industry. The only source of its kind, the report details productivity data company by company, plant by plant.
HILTech Developments is a team of engineers and consultants, engaged in research and product development, specializing in electric vehicles, associated technologies and engineering services.
Holland Associates provide a range of training and consulting services covering the areas of Environment, Health & Safety and Quality. The company has recently developed an ISO4001 implementation service which consists of a 3 day workshop following which participating companies are provided with a copy of the latest interactive ISO14001 Implementation software.
International research & expert consultancy services on automotive distribution & retailing (new, used cars and aftermarket). Annual publication 'The European Car Distribution Handbook' analyses car dealer networks in 32 countries.
ims Publishing, a division of ims Limited, is a leading publisher of information on the worldwide automotive sector. The company produces reports in three main categories: Country Reports; Sector Reports; and Directories. ims also offers a range of monitoring services for the automotive industry. From weekly, general or customised reports to individual searches of it's automotive database.
ims Publishing, a division of ims Limited, is a leading publisher of information on the worldwide automotive sector. The company produces reports in three main categories: Country Reports; Sector Reports; and Directories. ims also offers a range of monitoring services for the automotive industry. From weekly, general or customised reports to individual searches of it's automotive database.
The specialist Automotive Jobs website, All kinds of Jobs in the Automotive Industry
Inbis Recruitment provide contract and permanent personnel throughout the UK and Europe in engineering and associated disciplines. The company works with clients in the Aerospace, Automotive, Petro-Chemical, Nuclear, Rail and General Manufacturing sectors.
The INA is Mexico's automotive component trade association. Its website contains a range of information (in Spanish) on the Mexican Automotive industry.
Innovation Relay Centres (IRCs) are a European network for the promotion of technology partnerships and transfer between small and medium-sized companies. IRCs help local companies access the European technology market by promoting their technologies across Europe (outward technology transfer) and by identifying and importing technological solutions (inward technology transfer).
The IATF is an 'ad hoc' group of automotive manufacturers and their respective trade associations, formed to provide improved quality products to automotive customers worldwide. Specifically, the purposes for which the IATF was established are: - To develop a consensus around international fundamental quality system requirements, primarily for the participating companies' direct suppliers of production materials, product or service parts or finishing services (e.g. heat treating, painting and plating). These requirements shall also be available for other interested parties in the automotive industry. - To develop policies and procedures for the common IATF third party registration scheme to ensure consistency worldwide. - To provide appropriate training to support the ISO/TS 16949 requirements and the IATF registration scheme. - To establish formal liaisons with appropriate bodies to support IATF objectives.
International Communications for Management Group promote global congresses, summits, forums, strategic business conferences and corporate marketing events. The organisation also publishes business intelligence reports, on-line subscription products and business publications and offers bespoke training courses and video training programs. The Group undertakes major sector-focused events for business learning and networking opportunities across a variety of industries and professions.
International Expo-Consults L.L.C. (IEC) organizes Trade Shows and Seminars annually in the Middle East and the Indian Sub-continent. IEC also provides all facilities and services required for international event management.
The umbrella body for professional institutes such as SAE, representing over 130,000 automotive engineers through its membership of national automotive societies in 32 countries. Aims to help create efficient, affordable, safe and sustainable automotive transportation. Key activities include the FISITA World Automotive Congress- the leading biennial automotive technology event; the publication of Global Automotive Network- the magazine for the automotive industry worldwide; International Student Exchange Programme- providing engineering students with work placements in automotive companies across the world.
OICA represents the automotive industry at the international level, in particular with intergovernmental bodies such as the UN and WTO. The membership comprises 40 national trade associations around the world, of which 20 represent the major automobile manufacturing countries in Europe, America and Asia. The Organisation maintains permanent committees which conduct activities in the fields of technical affairs, industrial and economical policy, and industry statistics. In addition, the OICA's Exhibition Committee co-ordinates international motor shows.
The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA) is a nonprofit association that was established in April, 1967. The Organization is comprised of the 13 manufacturers of passenger cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles in Japan.
The Japanese Electronics Business Association (JEBA) is an industry-led initiative, supported by DTI and the Japan External Trade Organisation(JETRO). It aims to increase UK component manufacturers' supply to Japanese electronics companies based in the UK.
JATO Dynamics is a leading supplier of automotive market intelligence delivering comprehensive databases of vehicle specifications, sales, registrations, forecasts, incentives and pricing. JATO's researchers work in 45 countries to source over 1000 items of vehicle data to provide consistent, comparable information on all makes and models.
Jonathan Lee is one of the leading engineering recruitment consultancy's. It's portfolio of services cover Permanent, Interim or Contract positions from recent Graduates and Engineers, through Management to Executive, and from Design, Development and Manufacturing to Commercial and Human Resources. The company works with manufacturers of Engineered products; including Automotive, Aerospace, Rail, Capital Equipment, Domestic Appliances, Electronics, Software and Process Industries. Jonanthan Lee is also the preferred supplier of recruitment services to the SMMT Industry Forum.
Key Note is one of the major sources for UK market information. The company provides a number of transport/motor industry related reports.
Knibb, Gormezano and Partners is a leading specialist in the automotive industry. Its competencies include: strategic evaluation; market, technology and competitive analysis; commercial due diligence; licensing and technology transfer; quality management; the application of lean enterprise methodologies with a specialism in the Professional and Administration areas. The company's proven sectoral and geographic capabilities are widespread including, for example, a feasibility study for a truck plant in Indonesia, the implementation of QS9000 at a small UK component supplier, an acquisition strategy in the German aftermarket and a competitive assessment of the emissions performance of 100 European car models. Knibb, Gormezano & Partners are also producing a newsletter, contact the company for further details.
KPMG offers a range of consultancy services relevant to specific sectors including automotive. It's services include performance improvement in manufacturing and assembly, efficient vehicle ordering and distibution mechanisms and development of leading edge dealership systems.
The Association of Industrial Laser Users (AILU) was launched in 1995. DTI has provided support to this technology transfer club to help it disseminate all the laser technology the Department has helped support through R&D projects along with all the other laser expertise resident in the UK. The overall aim is to ensure all laser users or potential laser users can access the best possible advice available in the UK.
The MTTA is a Trade Association whose membership comprises of manufacturers and importers of machine tools and equipment.
The Unipart Automotive site is a guide to the best motoring websites for UK motorists, from car rentals to how your car works.
The Unipart Automotive site is a guide to the best motoring websites for UK motorists, from car rentals to how your car works.
MarketingFile.com is an online mailing-list manager and marketing data bureau. The site is one of the largest online source of marketing data in Europe containg consumer and buisness records MarketingFile.com is designed primarily for smaller companies, as it imposes no minimum order quantities. All data is cleaned daily against the Telephone and Fax Preference Services (TPS and FPS).
Marketing International provide a number of services to the automotive industry including Distance Learning Product Training, Drive Experiences, Event Organisation, Promotions/Incentives, Web and Reference Manual design.
Maxim has supplied Barcode labelling, MIS and Production printers, scanners and services to the Automotive Industries for over 10 years. Maxim is a specialist supplier of print and data collection systems providing bespoke printing solutions. Products include: Printronix, Zebra, Tec, Datamax, Tally, Oki, Sato, Facit, Datalogic.
Maxim has supplied Barcode labelling, MIS and Production printers, scanners and services to the Automotive Industries for over 10 years. Maxim is a specialist supplier of print and data collection systems providing bespoke printing solutions. Products include: Printronix, Zebra, Tec, Datamax, Tally, Oki, Sato, Facit, Datalogic.
McKinsey&Company is a global consultancy firm providing research and consultancy services on a range of industries and country economies. Through it's Global Institute McKinsey has provided a number of in-depth studies on the performance of national economies including a report on the performance of the UK economy entitled 'Driving Productivity & Growth in the UK economy' which is available to download in .pdf format from the McKinsey&Company website.
McKinsey&Company is a global consultancy firm providing research and consultancy services on a range of industries and country economies. Through it's Global Institute McKinsey has provided a number of in-depth studies on the performance of national economies including a report on the performance of the UK economy entitled 'Driving Productivity & Growth in the UK economy' which is available to download in .pdf format from the McKinsey&Company website.
Mechatronic Production systems provides one stop automation service to manufacturing industries. The company design builds and integrates completely original machines in a range of industries including the automotive industry.
METCOM is an industrial confederation within engineering which seeks to raise the image and importance of the industry, influence the industrial environment, and assist in the improvement of the industry's performance and efficiency for the benefit of its members.
Mexperience is an extremely comprehensive site for anyone with interest, be it business or tourism, in Mexico. Set up by Rodger Scottm Ex-Export Promoter for Mexico. Specialised in the Automotive Sector. The website's aim is to encourage UK companies to get involved in Mexico and other Latin American countries.
Design & Manufacture of precision gauging fixtures for automotive parts suppliers.
MiniLinx holds the web's largest collection of web site links dedicated to the Austin Mini.
MiniLinx holds the web's largest collection of web site links dedicated to the Austin Mini.
MIRA is the world's leading independent automotive technology centre. It offers a range of services including research, information, consultancy, predictive modelling, development, validation and homologation.
The Mobile Electronics and Security Federation (MESF) is the trade association that promotes and represents those involved in the aftermarket mobile electronics industry, which encompasses vehicle security, audio, navigation, location, communications and emerging technologies. The MESF also provides Distance learning courses for the aftermarket audio, security and telematics industries leading to Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP) qualifications, NVQs and other qualifications.
MORPACE International is a market research agency with a substantial specialisation in the automotive industry. The company can provide market research support in new product development, drive tests, customer satisfaction, branding and marketing. Across the UK and internationally MORPACE International's qualitative and quantitative research expertise is oriented towards providing genuine insight and solutions.
Motiv8 provides "behaviour change through memorable experiences." Training courses are fun interactive and results driven. Topics are centred around customer interaction and product.
The Publications section of this US body includes many trade catalogues and manuals of interest to UK exporters, covering many countries as well as the US.
The Publications section of this US body includes many trade catalogues and manuals of interest to UK exporters, covering many countries as well as the US.
MotorClimate UK has been specialising in the installation, service and repair of motor vehicle air conditioning systems since 1985. The company is the distributor for the Viper brand of automotive air conditioning service equipment. This company has six key areas of business consisting of: Service, Installation, Parts, Equiptment, Training and New Product Development.
The Motorsport Academy acts as a bridge between students, individuals, educators and businesses. Through our knowledge of the industry we work to support those seeking to establish and develop their business or career and to ensure the UK maintains its leading position as the international centre of motorsport excellence.
US retail magazine with extensive worldwide model news.
MTR-Limited (MattTurner Racing Limited) is a UK based company set up by Matt Turner to offer clients in the Automotive Industry various consulting services. Using the experience of Matt Turner in the European and American automotive industries, potential clients can hire MTR-Limited to handle all types of short or long term needs. MTR-Limited deals with US or European based companies in the Automotive Supply / Engineering industry who need European representation or assistance. Various services can be in the form of; Sales Assistance, Program Management, At location sorting liaison, Business Strategy Development for Europe / America, Last minute representation in Europe, and any other needs that arise.
NAAMSA - The National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa - is an important source of information about the motor industry in sub-Saharan Africa. The NAAMSA membership base includes major importers and distributors of new vehicles as well as local manufacturers and assemblers, making it pre-eminent organisation for all franchise holders marketing vehicles in South Africa.
NAAMSA - The National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa - is an important source of information about the motor industry in sub-Saharan Africa. The NAAMSA membership base includes major importers and distributors of new vehicles as well as local manufacturers and assemblers, making it pre-eminent organisation for all franchise holders marketing vehicles in South Africa.
The National Statistics website contains the latest comprehensive range of official UK statistics and information about statistics as well providing free access to a selection of recently released publications in downloadable pdf format. The following links are particularly useful if you are looking for UK manufacturing data: General UK SIC data on manufacture of Transport Equipment (in Microsoft Excel Format). UK data on business expenditure on research and development by industry sector.(in pdf format). Size analysis on UK businesses by sector.(in pdf format). Includes output per job, per hour worked, information by manufacturing sub-sector and measures by UK region.
Launched in 1997, NEW CAR NET is a comprehensive source of information aimed primarily at the UK car buyer. It features daily news, features, road tests, buying guides, video road tests, podcasts, blogs, interactive racing games - and Car Trumps®. Car searches feature side-by-side comparisons while the classifieds section contains thousands of used cars. NEW CAR NET is a also a leading supplier of automotive content in the UK.
Odette acts as an impartial body identifying, agreeing and documenting standards and recommendations for improving the efficiency of relationships between trading partners in the automotive industry using technologies such as EDI, Automatic Identification, CAD-CAM etc. particularly in the areas of logistics, Engineering and Finance.
The OECD (Organisation for Economic Development) has some background information on bulk trends in Europe across the transport field.
Partners in Business aims to provide recruitment, human resource & training support to clients in respect of both UK and Overseas assignments on a range of industrial sectors including automotive.
PERA is an international organisation providing consultancy services to manufacturing industry in a range of areas including the fields of technology and training. The strategies and implementation programmes PERA provides are tailored to the needs of a wide ranging client base from small enterprises to multi-national corporations.
Pistonheads is a daily e-zine for sports car enthusiasts.
A specialist company in the field of predictive maintenance enginering services. Covers vibration analysis and thermography. Service can be provided by company engineers in site or engineers will set up systems at the customers' facility. Existing customers include General Motors plants in North America, Mexico and the United Kingdom, Ford Motor Company in North America and the United Kingdom, and PACCAR in England.
PricewaterhouseCoopers automotive practice provides a range of consulting services to the automotive industry through its AutoFacts Group and its Automotive centres of Excellence.
PROAUTO Ltd provides training for the automotive industry. Courses offered include the following: ABS, Engine management, advanced engine management, electrical diagnosis, advanced electrical systems and 4 wheel alignment
US site lists of Electroplaters, Anodizers, Paint Finishers, Powder Coaters, Mass Finishers, Polishers and Buffers. This database of suppliers is based on the Products Finishing Directory and Technology Guide, published annually by PF.
Programming Research Ltd provides services in the technology of source code static analysis, used to increase the productivity, product quality, and, ultimately, the commercial competitiveness of companies involved in the development of software. The company provides services for a range of industries including automotive, government, commerce, science, and the education sector.
Proteus Research is a specialist automotive market research agency. The company conducts research for the major car manufacturers, suppliers and other organisations with an interest in transportation issues across Europe. It's services range from new product design research to tracking customer satisfaction, using established as well as new research techniques. The company's research has benefited the industry through; recommendations for design improvements, uncovering key satisfaction indicators and altering transportation policy.
Proxicom Inc. is an e-business consulting and development company that delivers innovative Internet-based solutions and applications for Global 1000 companies and other global, forward-thinking businesses. It's strategy, creative, and technology professionals provide specialized e-business development expertise across the full vertical organization of seven industry groups including Automotive and Manufacturing.
US Supply Chain online magazine has automotive section - select from the pull-down menu on the front page.
The Purchasing Research Service is the shortcut to the business information purchasing professionals need to make intelligent decisions, quickly. It provides access to: * Products, services and suppliers * Industry knowledge * Organisations and players * Daily news and information * Market intelligence * Industry archive search It is a free and independent service that offers a business advantage by providing a comprehensive source of hand-picked business intelligence for industry that is reliable, up-to-date and quick to access. Consequently, this provides professionals with more time, knowledge and options for making informed mission-critical decisions.
Providers of integrated opportunity management systems, marketing management and exploitation products and business management and efficiency systems.
This site contains a directory of suppliers to the radiator industry and retailers that sell radiators.
Rapra offers comprehensive research and information to subscribing members and customers worldwide. It also provides consultancy in einvironmental and health and safety issues connected with the manufacture of rubber and plastics. These facilities are complimented by an Information Centre which maintains and develops a comprehensive source of commercial and technical information on rubber and plastics Rapra Abstracts - and publishes a wide range of technology and market based journals and publications.
Selling vehicles and servicing them makes the retail motor industry an important part of the economy, employing around 525,000 people. Companies range from small vehicle body repair workshops and specialist repairers to multi-million pound car and commercial vehicle dealer chains. Their work includes selling fuel, parts and accessories, making it a 'customer driven' industry.
The Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI) represents companies that distribute, service and repair new and used cars, commercial vehicles and motorcycles, petrol retailers, vehicle recovery operators and those providing specialist automotive engineering services.
roadtransport.net is the hubsite for the global truck and road transport industry. The site includes a news headlines section as well as electronic versions of the UK's leading transport magazines: Motor Transport, Commercial Motor, Truck and Truck & Driver. The site also includes a hot links service containing all of the road transport market's leading sites and an archive of past articles from road transport publications.
The Rural Enterprise Valley project (Rev) is an exciting multi-million pound investment to establish the A11 corridor in and around Thetford, Norfolk, as the place to do business for companies involved in the advanced engineering and motorsport industries.
The topics area of the Society of Automotive Engineers (US) offers regular features on future trends in the industry organised in categories such as 'globalisation', 'intelligent vehicles', 'manufacturing', etc.
With a company history dating back over 130 years Scientifics has much experience of providing services to all sectors of the Automotive Industry. Services include: Workplace monitoring(noise, dust, fumes etc), environmental emissions monitoring(stacks, water, noise, waste management etc), environmental training courses, asbestos management, water risk assessments, quality control, failure investigation, metallurgy, chemical analysis, fire testing, drug and alcohol screening and contaminated land investigation. The Scientifics group has over 280 employees based at 10 locations and aims to provide a friendly efficient service.
The SMTA is a Trade Association established in 1903 to “encourage, promote and protect” members of the Motor Trade in Scotland. It represents all types of businesses involved in all aspects of the industry, including the sale of vehicles and accessories, servicing and repair – both mechanical and bodywork – MOT stations and all ancillary and allied trades.
Shell Hydrogen is a global business of the Royal Dutch/Shell Group of companies with the head quarters in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and regional bases in Houston, Hamburg and Tokyo. Shell Hydrogen was set up in 1999 to pursue and develop business opportunities related to hydrogen and fuel cells.
Skupe net advertising network for motoring.
The DTI introduced a new Smart scheme in England during April 1997. It combines the previous SMART, SPUR, SPURplus schemes and the innovation element of Regional Enterprise Grants. The scheme provides grants to SMEs for feasibility studies into innovative technology and for development up to pre-production prototype stage of new products and processes involving a significant technological advance. SMART Awards are made on a competitive basis at the discretion of DTI. The scheme is now administered through the Business Link network.
Created by the Motor Industry for the Motor Industry,the aim of the SMMT Industry Forum is to develop and sustain world-leading competitiveness in the UK based vehicle and components industry. To this end Industry Forum has created a number of programmes based around a Common Approach to enable any company in any part of the supply chain to make real measurable improvements in Quality, Cost and Delivery, while also improving partnerships with its customers. It's programmes are practical, shopfloor based, process-improvement activities implemented with a 'hands on' approach by a team of top calibre Industry Forum Engineers. They work with a company's employees to bring about tangible, bottom line results.
A web magazine providing an alternative look at the industry containing (highly questionable) news, views and industry comment.
SAA's mission is to be the leading organization providing access to candid opinions and analyses of the global automotive industry. SAA is open to all Automotive Industry Analysts Original equipment manufacturers Automotive component parts suppliers Advertising or public relations agencies Financial firms and industry consultants Automotive industry press Background of the Organization The Society of Automotive Analysts is a not-for-profit professional association founded in 1987. The society is comprised of more than 600 automotive analysts. SAA's objectives are to improve the state of knowledge, analytical methods and approaches of the automotive analysts, promote professional interaction among analysts in the automotive industry, and to serve as a forum for ideas and new developments in the automotive industry.
SIAM's site is one of the better trade association sites in terms of it's focus on market information in that it focusses almost exclusively on providing information and statistics on the automotive sector in India.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) exists to support and promote the interests of the motor industry in the UK and abroad. The SMMT is the UK's major automotive trade body and offers a wide range of services to the industry details of which appear on its own web site. Further information can also be found on the SMMT section of the Auto Industry web site.
SEMA is a trade association that caters for producers and marketers of specialty equipment products and services for the automotive aftermarket.
Spyder supplies vehicle registration analysis systems to the UK car industry as well as market analysis and forecasting. Clients include Audi, Citroen, Hyundai and Volvo.The registration data is the most comprehensive available, enabling users to analyse registrations at any level from dirivative (e.g. Focus 1.6 Zetec 5 door hatchback) to the total market. Spyders market analysis activities range from 5 year market forecasts to specific projects, such as identifying target buyers for a forthcoming model.
The UK Steel Association are taking forward a series of collaborative projects designed to improve several aspects of business performance through which UK Steel members expect to keep abreast of and surpass world class performance. The projects are being supported by DTI with individual firms contributing in-kind and cash contributions.
This site offers a free global steel industry news and information service.
TMSi provide consultancy and training for the automotive sector. Topics covered include Six Sigma, QS 9000, TS 16949 and supporting manuals (APQP, PPAP, MSA etc). Courses are run on site or via open market schedule.
ToM Automotive Logistics offer total logistics solutions for Tier One and Two Suppliers including setting up and operation of SILS centres, RDC's and bespoke solutions for OM's.
A multilingual website providing details of a wide range of UK Trade fairs
Transafety provides a training and consultancy service for the carriage of dangerous goods by road. The company specialises in training for the road transport industry, providing ADR driver training, awareness training and courses to enable students to pass the Dangerous Goods Safety Advisors examination.
TRL provides impartial transport research and advice for customers in the public, private and independent sectors of the UK and world-wide.
MFBI published detailed research reports on the UK and European aftermarket. Aftermarket sectors covered by MFBI include Car Body Repair, Car Servicing, Used Cars, Block Exemption and Car Retailing, Car Finance and Car Insurance.
Truck Trailer Transit is a manufacturer and supplier of Heavy-Duty brake components. Emphasis is on the class 6 and 7 trucks and on Transit and Coach. A supplier of wedge brake components to the U.S. Army and applicable wedge components for the truck and bus industry.
Tumbleweed provides Internet security software solutions that enable companies to manage and secure the communications that flow in and out of their organisations. Tumbleweed's Secure Guardian framework enables organisations to filter and block dangerous content, including viruses, malicious mobile code and spam, while ensuring that company, partner and customer communications -- including documents and RFPs are kept confidential and secure.
Turner Engineering is the only UK engine re-manufacturer specialising exclusively in Land Rover engines and associated components. The company has been re-manufacturing Land Rover engines since the late '70's, and is ISO 9002 certified. All engines and cylinder heads are re-manufactured within the framework of the latest British standard BS AU 257 1995.
UK AutoTalk is a Message board and On-Line forum resource for Garage Owners and Auto Technicians Nation-Wide. The site contains useful forum for garage service providers with hints and tips on vehicle service and repair issues.
A simple website that lists cars for sale.
The DTI's UK online for business provides small businesses with impartial advice on using Information and Communications Technologies. The UK online for business web site also contains a section with information and case studies on Supply Chain Issues
Unipart Group of Companies (UGC) is one of Europe's leading independent logistics, automotive parts and accessories companies. The Group's areas of expertise include provision of logistics services to the automotive industry, development and marketing of automotive aftermarket parts, manufacture of OE automotive parts and supply of truck and trailer components.
Urban Science applies the science of information management to the art of marketing. It provides systems, software, data analysis and consulting services to improve customer relationship management by equipping marketeers with integrated customer information. Urban Science supports customers in a range of retail marketing and distribution operations in the automotive, financial services and retail sectors. The company's global HQ is in Detroit and its UK base of operations is in Chertsey, Surrey.
This website provides market intelligence information over the internet on a wide range of industries including automotive.
Quick links to the Vehicle Manufacturers Websites.
Verband der Automobilindustrie, (VDA) is the German Automobile Industry Association. It's website highlights the services the Association provides to members. The site content is in English as well as German and contains some useful statistics on the German auto sector.
The Virtual Automotive Information Centre (VAIC) is an online automotive information service provided by MIRA. MIRA have produced the VAIC for businesses that depend on fast, regular access to up-to-date automotive information.  Subscribers are able to log on to a whole range of databases whenever they want to perform powerful searches. VAIC gives you the ability to: - Search and retrieve both business and technical intelligence, review technological developments, read the latest automotive news, monitor competitor activities and identify papers on the latest automotive research.
Full service event management & production company.
VP is a Central European research and business development consultancy based in the UK with offices in the Czech Republic. The company advises leading automotive manufacturers and component companies on setting up joint ventures, sourcing components, establishing manufacturing and developing national distribution and has successfully introduced numerous UK manufacturers to the region. VP's comprehensive local knowledge and contacts provide customers with an invaluable resource, especially at the critical stage of early development. Staffed by high-calibre, multi-lingual personnel the company offers a comprehensive range of complementary business services covering the region.
Extensive US site offering auto-related materials for most graphic regions and industry sectors.
Extensive US site offering auto-related materials for most graphic regions and industry sectors.
Warwick Manufacturing Consultants Ltd, (WMC) specialise in helping manufacturing organisations achieve sustainable change in operational practices, leading to continuous improvement in business performance.
World of Truck and Bus (Wotab) focuses on the heavy automotive industry. The site contains a wealth of news, information and features and is sure to be one of the most comprehensive sources of information on the truck and bus industry you are likely to find anywhere on the web.
The US SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) online supplier directory, which can be searched by product, location, company and keyword. Each page of the search offers further categories for sub-searches.
WTI Fasteners manufacture helical wire thread inserts used in weak materials like aluminium/magnesuim/plastics to provide ultra strong threads. The company supplies and exports to automotive/aerospace and other manufacturing industries.
Some statistics on world trade in automotive products. Search for 'automotive'.
Zentec is a consulting group that assists companies in implementing the Lean System based on the principles applied by leading Japanese companies such as the Toyota Production System.

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