Germany AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES
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Germany AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES
Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 1 de 35 Germany AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVIC TITLE: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES SUBJECT COUNTRY(IES): GERMANY POST OF ORIGIN: FRANKFURT SERIES: INDUSTRY SECTOR ANALYSIS (ISA) ITA INDUSTRY CODE: APS DATE OF REPORT (YYMMDD): 990801 DELETION DATE (YYMMDD): 020801 AUTHOR: PAUL R. WARREN-SMITH APPROVING OFFICER: KAY R. KUHLMAN OFFICER'S TITLE: COMMERCIAL MINISTER NUMBER OF PAGES: 44 INTERNATIONAL COPYRIGHT, U.S. & FOREIGN COMMERCIAL SERVICE AND U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE, 1999. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES SUMMARY Despite earlier predictions, U.S. original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) managed to increase their overall sales of automotive parts to Germany by more than 20%, and the future for exports to Germany looks very positive. U.S. manufacturers of aftermarket accessories and workshop equipment, however, saw their exports to Germany decrease by approximately 5%. The number of mergers and acquisitions between U.S. and German companies remained high during 1998. The widely publicized DaimlerChrysler merger is expected to be followed by further mergers as DaimlerChrysler attempts to increase its global sourcing and, at the same time, reduce its number of suppliers. During 1998, German production increased by 14%, which equals 34.7% of the production within the EU and 14.1% of world production (U.S.: 14.7%; Japan 21.2%; France 6.8%). New vehicle registrations in Germany increased by 6%. While U.S. imports from other foreign countries stagnated, German exports to the United States increased dramatically (by 27%). German vehicles accounted for 6.6% of all new passenger car registrations in the United States. German manufacturing facilities in NAFTA countries increased passenger vehicle production by 39%; sales of these vehicles increased by 40%. http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 2 de 35 production by 39%; sales of these vehicles increased by 40%. Taking production at German subsidiaries worldwide into account, German-branded vehicles now satisfy 17% of worldwide demand. As a result of the huge increase in new registrations of German-made vehicles in the United States, the potential for sales of U.S.-manufactured parts to German vehicle manufacturers has increased enormously because German manufacturers feel inclined to include more local content for the U.S. market. Sales of U.S. OEM parts to DaimlerChrysler, BMW, Audi and Porsche, as well as to German Tier One systems suppliers, increased rapidly during 1998 and are expected to continue to do so during 1999. A. MARKET HIGHLIGHTS AND BEST PROSPECTS --STATISTICAL DATA Table 1: The German Market for Automotive Parts (DM million) Estimated Average Annual 1997 1998 1999(e) 2000-2001 Imports 22,100 23,200 24,600 10-15 Production 49,700 55,600 63,400 Exports 8,700 9,500 10,300 10-15 Total Market 63,100 69,300 77,700 20-25 Imports from the U.S. Table 2: The German Market for Automotive Parts ($ million) 1997 Imports 12,600 Production 28,400 Exports 5,000 Total Market 36,000 Imports from the U.S. 1998 12,900 30,900 5,300 38,500 1999(e) 13,660 35,200 5,700 43,175 1999 Import Market Share (Percent for U.S. and Major Competitors): U.S.: 14%; UK: 18%; France: 18%; Italy: 14%; Belgium: 2% Taiwan: 2%; Japan 4%; Korea: 3%; Other: 25% Receptivity Score (1/low - 5/high): 4 During 1998, the German market became more receptive to U.S.-made vehicles (especially off-road). Acquisitions and mergers between U.S. and German OEM part manufacturers have led to increased sales of U.S.-labeled OEM parts. Since January 1993, intra-European trade is no longer considered international and it is difficult to obtain reliable export/import statistics. Many U.S. systems suppliers and component manufacturers are now based in neighboring EU countries and, therefore, export/import figures in this report must be considered provisional. -- BEST SALES PROSPECTS Over the last year, German manufacturers have increased their production and exports dramatically, and now hold almost the same world share as U.S. manufacturers. Although several German http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 3 de 35 world share as U.S. manufacturers. Although several German automobile manufacturers are beginning to complain of over capacity, some German parts suppliers are increasingly finding it hard to meet demand, while U.S. parts suppliers have excess capacity. U.S. suppliers should continue to concentrate on approaching the purchasing departments at DaimlerChrysler, Audi, BMW, Porsche as well as the major German Tier One suppliers. German automobile manufacturers increased their exports to the United States by 27% during 1998 and, because U.S. consumers like to see U.S. content in their vehicles, feel a pressure to comply. The move to increase local content does not only apply to OEM parts such as used in the chassis, but also to replacement parts such as brake and clutch parts, exhaust systems and water and oil pumps. By using locally manufactured replacement parts, German manufacturers not only cut their manufacturing costs, but reduce costs for the U.S. consumer at a later date by eliminating the logistics of supplying such parts from Europe and also the payment of American customs duty on such parts. The best prospects for OEM parts are: Extruded aluminum and magnesium parts Electronic and fiber optic systems ABS and EPS brake systems Catalytic converter systems Air conditioning and associated parts In the aftermarket sector, sales fell during 1998. The tuning market was especially badly hit. Of all aftermarket items sold in Germany, replacement parts accounted for 63%, chemicals/waxes for 14%, tires for 12%, and accessories for 11%. Aftermarket parts that continue to sell well for all types of vehicles are: Aftermarket leather seat covers Colorful textile carpets for summer use Heavy-duty rubber mats for winter use All types of chemicals and waxes Air fresheners Aftermarket accessories for off-road vehicles still sell very well; the best prospects are: Chrome bars for front and rear Extra lights Winches Rear tire covers Suspension kits to raise or lower the vehicle HS codes for most of the above mentioned parts and accessories are: HS-870810 HS-870821 HS-870829 HS-870831 HS-870839 HS-870840 HS-870850 HS-870860 HS-870870 BUMPERS AND PARTS THEREOF FOR MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY SEAT BELTS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF BODIES (INCLUDING CABS) FOR MOUNTED BRAKE LININGS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES BRAKES AND SERVO-BRAKES AND PARTS THEREOF NESOI, FOR GEAR BOXES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES DRIVE AXLES WITH DIFFERENTIAL FOR MOTOR VEHICLES NON-DRIVING AXLES AND PARTS THEREOF FOR MOTOR VEHICLES ROAD WHEELS AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES THEREOF FOR MOTOR VEHICLES HS-870880 SUSPENSION SHOCK ABSORBERS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 4 de 35 HS-870880 HS-870891 HS-870892 HS-870893 HS-870894 HS-870899 HS-4011 HS-401110 SUSPENSION SHOCK ABSORBERS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES RADIATORS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES MUFFLERS AND EXHAUST PIPES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES CLUTCHES AND PARTS THEREOF FOR MOTOR VEHICLES STEERING WHEELS, STEERING COLUMNS AND STEERING BOXES PARTS AND ACCESSORIES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES, NESOI NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES, OF RUBBER NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES, OF RUBBER, OF A KIND USED ON MOTOR CARS (INCLUDING STATION WAGONS AND RACING CARS) HS-401120 NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES, OF RUBBER, OF A KIND USED ON BUSES OR TRUCKS HS-401191 NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES, OF RUBBER, NESOI, HAVING A HS-401199 NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES, OF RUBBER, NESOI HS-4013 INNER TUBES FOR TIRES, OF RUBBER HS-401310 INNER TUBES, OF RUBBER, OF A KIND USED ON MOTOR CARS (INCLUDING STATION WAGONS AND RACING CARS), BUSES OR TRUCKS HS-760429 ALUMINUM ALLOY AUTOMOTIVE FORGINGS HS-841430 COMPRESSORS USED IN REFRIGERATING EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING AIR CONDITIONING) HS-8415 AIR CONDITIONING MACHINES, COMPRISING A MOTOR-DRIVEN FAN AND ELEMENTS FOR CHANGING THE TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY; PARTS THEREOF HS-841581 AIR CONDITIONING MACHINES NESOI, INCORPORATING A REFRIGERATING UNIT AND VALVE FOR REVERSAL OF THE COOLING/HEAT CYCLE HS-841582 AIR CONDITIONING MACHINES NESOI, INCORPORATING A REFRIGERATING UNIT, NESOI HS-841583 AIR CONDITIONING MACHINES NESOI, NOT INCORPORATING A REFRIGERATING UNIT HS-842123 OIL OR FUEL FILTERS FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES HS-842131 INTAKE AIR FILTERS HS-940120 SEATS OF A KIND USED FOR MOTOR VEHICLES B. COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS German manufacturers dramatically increased both their production and their exports worldwide in 1998, while manufacturers from other countries encountered stagnating or decreasing markets. U.S. OEM parts manufacturers were able to compete favorably in this market and increased their exports to the German market by 20%. The DaimlerChrysler merger may have had a positive influence on sales of Chrysler vehicles in Germany, where DaimlerChrysler expects to double its Chrysler vehicle sales during 1999. U.S. manufacturers supplying parts to BMW and DaimlerChrysler production plants in the United States should now find it easier to enter the German market. German manufacturers appear to be leaving the rest of the world behind in the research and development of high-tech diesel engines, which have become super-efficient in fuel consumption. Sales of German manufactured diesel equipped passenger vehicles rose by 25% in Germany during 1998. DaimlerChrysler, BMW and Audi are introducing 8-cylinder diesel engines to their luxury classes. U.S. engine manufacturers should follow this development closely, as there is likely to be a surge in demand for diesel engine parts in the near future. Experts believe that DaimlerChrysler will soon equip the light Dodge trucks (pick-ups) and off-road vehicles with powerful diesel engines, in order to combat sales of Japanese diesel vehicles in Africa and South America. http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 HE Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 5 de 35 U.S. manufacturers of OEM parts for heavy goods vehicles (HGV) should keep an eye on the European market, since registration of HGVs rose by 12% in 1998. In the same context, U.S. companies supplying aftermarket products (especially decals, chemicals and garments) to the trucking industry should improve their efforts to export to Germany. Truck drivers and employees of transport companies are probably the most pro-U.S. group in Germany, they are strongly interested in the U.S. way of life. The sales of HGVs over 6 tons rose by more than 20% in 1998; exports of such vehicles to Eastern Europe increased by 52%, while exports to other EU countries rose by 23%. High volume passenger vehicles experienced a sales boost, with 54% of consumers opting for vehicles equipped with engines between 1.5 and 2 liters. Sales of sub-compacts (below one liter) rose by 31%. Sales of luxury vehicles rose by 7%. Sales of niche vehicles rose only very slightly, with the exception of off-road vehicles, where sales rose by 30%. Sales of convertibles dropped by almost 9%. Parts and accessories experienced a decline in sales - the sales of such items have decreased by 15% since the record year 1992, to DM 3.3 ($ 1.8) billion in 1998. It is expected to fall to DM 3 ($1.7) billion over the next years. Sales of light alloy wheels, radios (which are now part of integral consoles as OEM equipment in most cars) and tuning equipment have especially been badly hit. Most accessories are now offered by manufacturers at the time of sale and are then installed at the assembly plant, virtually as OEM production. Because passenger car owners find themselves more often caught in heavy, slow traffic, they have started to place more value on luxury interior items. U.S. manufacturers of aftermarket air purification systems, leather seat covers, high quality hi-fi and television systems should take advantage of this increasing trend. An interesting move is being observed in Germany passenger vehicles are starting to be considered "household goods" in the same necessity as the washing machine or microwave oven. The few consumers still looking for a "thrill" are turning to motorcycles: in 1998, each motorcycle owner bought on average parts and accessories worth DM 1,050.00 ($583.00), versus the DM 763.00 ($424.00) that individual car owners spent on such items. U.S. manufacturers of automotive workshop equipment compete favorably in the German market and continue to hold over 40% of the import market. U.S. workshop products are regarded highly by German workshop operators, distributors and wholesalers. The German market for workshop products is larger than the U.S. market by more than 6,000 vehicle dealerships. There are almost 57,000 vehicle dealerships (both passenger vehicle and HGV) in Germany, of which more than 20,000 are licensed. Such dealerships concentrate on selling services, parts and accessories; their revenues from such are 50/50. The average German car dealership sells only 125 vehicles per year. C. END-USER ANALYSIS The market for end-users of automotive equipment consists of two segments: original parts (OEM equipment) and replacement parts and accessories. Original parts are purchased directly by German http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 6 de 35 and accessories. Original parts are purchased directly by German automobile manufacturers or by their systems suppliers. Contact information for this segment can be found in the next section below. D. MARKET ACCESS -- MARKET ACCESS FOR U.S. MANUFACTURERS OF OEM PARTS: Following is an informal translation of the German Automobile Association's guide for German OEM producers. This guide provides an excellent description of the business standards in the German automotive industry. (Begin informal translation) Any agreement between automobile manufacturers and suppliers should be cooperative and trustful, and should present rights and duties for both sides. Both parties should share responsibilities, opportunities and risks. Manufacturers should inform suppliers about their strategies and targets as early as possible in order that the suppliers can structure their research accordingly. Price analysis for both sides should be taken into account. Both parties should agree on realistic price increases for modifications, specifications or any other additional services, and should cooperate in trying to reduce costs. Mutual investments should be considered for expensive projects. Settlement of accounts should be made as soon as possible after a project has been finished. Long-term or lifetime contracts can be made, with clauses for exceptional cost changes, as long as all details are finalized before the contract is signed. Projects and construction plans must be kept secret. CAD-data and product and technical details must not be passed to other users. An agreement by both parties is necessary for any exceptions. Automobile manufacturers must respect trademarks of suppliers. Quality standards (Q-target, Q-instruments) should be agreed on. Control analysis and warranties should be considered. (End translation) -- GERMAN AUTOMOBILE PURCHASING DEPARTMENTS Because of language barriers and the complex organization of purchasing departments, it is sometimes difficult for foreign companies to approach purchasers at the major German automobile manufacturing companies. The charts of the purchasing departments of the major automobile http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 7 de 35 manufacturers, compiled by US&FCS Frankfurt, may be helpful to identify an appropriate contact. (Names and titles are as of January 1999 and subject to change without notice). * NOTE: If dialing directly from the United States, please use 011-49 as a country prefix for Germany, dropping the first "0" of Germany's city codes. VOLKSWAGEN AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT Postfach 38436 Wolfsburg Telephone:(05361) 90* Telefax: (05361) 92-8282 Contacts: Mr. Kurt Rippholz Internal Communication Telephone (05361) 977173 Telefax (05361) 977148 Herrn Dr. Jens Neumann Company Strategy Herrn Henning Otto Company Treasurer - Investor Relations Brieffach 1842/1 38436 Wolfsburg Telephone: (05361) 928736 Telefax: (05361) 929712 Mr. F. J. Garcia Sanz Head of Purchasing Dr. Martin Winterkorn Research and Development Dr. Friedrich Quissek Environmental Research Mr. H. Van der Auwera Capital Equipment Facilities Mr. Karl Peter Peters Metal Parts Mr. Jorg Blecker Electrical Parts Mr. T. Wienand Chemicals Mr. H.-P. Kunze Global Sourcing Dr. Klier Future Sourcing Mr. H. Admiral Purchasing Improvements Mr. Henning Otto Investor Relations Dr. W. Baehr - Tel. 923034 Controlling II. SKODA - Czech Republic Contact through Wolfsburg: see above Mr. Guenter Becker Head of Purchasing for production (OEM) Mr. Ernst Schmolke Head of Purchasing for plant machinery http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 8 de 35 III. SEAT - Spain Contact through Wolfsburg: see above Dr. Barthel Schroeder Research and Development IV. AUDI AG 85045 Ingolstadt Telephone: (0841) 890* Telefax: (0841) 89 32524 Contacts: Mr. Erich Schmitt (CEO Audi) Head of Purchasing (General) Mr. Klaus Iffland Head of OEM Parts Purchasing Dr. Leopold Mikulic Motor Development and Research Dr. Winfried Burgert Chassis Development Prof. Dr. Heissing Suspension Development Dr. Willibald Schleuter Electrical Development Mr. Helmut Dotzauer Complete Vehicle Development Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg Technical Coordination Mr. Peter Schreyer Head of Design Mr. Milztrey Purchasing Director, Dept. F3 H. Mr. Schulze Investments/Machinery Materials Mr. Schloegl Investments, Dept. FNI Mr. Mueller Machinery, Dept. FNB Mr. H-J Sauer GPS(Satellite/Comm.Systems) Telephone: (0841)891340 Telefax: (0841) 896597 Mr. Haimerl Equipment, Dept. FFA Mr. Mertsch Metal, Dept. FFR Mr. Feil Machinery Investment/USA,Dept. I/PI Telephone (0841) 38932513 Mr. De Graeve Press Officer Judith Nitsch Telephone:(0841) 894084 or 896370 Telefax: (0841) 896370 Dept. I/SX, Contact Mr. Lebek Investment Officer Telephone: (0841) 893960 Telephone: (0841) 89 32593 Telephone: 0841-896703 Member of the Board V. BAYERISCHE MOTORENWERKE - BMW AG http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 9 de 35 V. BAYERISCHE MOTORENWERKE - BMW AG BMW Haus Knorr Strasse 147 80788 Muenchen Telephone: (089) 3820* Telefax: (089) 3824-4558 Contacts: Mr. Wilhelm Becker VP Production Material Purchasing Dr. Gerhard Deml Purchasing Policy,Planning Mr. Michael Solf Parts & Accessories, Recycling Mr. Hans Lindner Electrical Mr. Harold Stuck Powertrain Mr. Steve Gardner Chassis Mr. Klaus Wenzel Body Exterior Mr. Klaus Atzler Body Interior Dr. Rolf Pfanzeder Supplier Development Mr. Andreas Stoll US Investment Telephone: (089) 38240339 VI. FORD-WERKE AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT Henry-Ford-Strasse 1 50735 Cologne Telephone: (0221) 900* Telefax: (0221) 901-2254 Contacts: Ms. Silke Sonnenschein Seals/O Rings Telephone (0221) 9013658/13214 Mr. Richard P. Fite FOG Mr. P. Hoeveling Drive Trains Mr. Otto Winter Plastics Mr. Manfred Schuett Electric Mr. Hans Peterkunze VP European Purchasing Telephone: (0221) 9013212 VII. ADAM OPEL AG GENERAL MOTORS Postfach 1710 65423 Ruesselsheim Telephone: (06142) 770 Telefax: (06142) 77880 Contacts: Mr. B. Anderson Vice President GME Supply Mr. J. Edlinger http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 10 de 35 Mr. J. Edlinger Advanced purchasing Mr. F. Rovera Chemicals Mr. J. Boveni Electrical Mr. R. Johansson Metallic Mr. P. Steiner Machinery and equipment Mr. M. Heuss Indirect purchasing Mr. M. Sch/nleber Launch/Perform Mr. K. Williams Supplier Quality Mr. F. Canales Supplier Development Mr. H. De Vriese Finance & Planning VIII. GENERAL MOTORS-CONTINENTAL PURCHASING Mr. Robert W. Hendry CEO Telephone: (06142) 772500 Mr. B. Anderson Vice President - GME supply Mr. A. Van Roy GM Continental Managing Director Mr. E. Geysen Vice President - GME I/C Supply Mr. F. DeMulder Chemicals Mr. P. Rispens Purchasing Director Mr. F. Van Caeyzeele Chemicals/Parts, Equipment, Contract & MRO Mr. W. Selen Metallic Parts Mr. L. Moens Electrical Parts Mr. B. Van Eeckaute Supplier Development IX. DAIMLERCHRYSLER AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT DAIMLERCHRYSLER Purchasing - Passenger Cars Johannes Rudnitzki MEP,HPC E 400 D-70546 Stuttgart Telephone:(0711) 170* Telefax: (0711) 22244 Contacts: A. DAIMLERCHRYSLER PASSENGERCARS Dept. MEP, Mr. Rudnitzki VP Purchasing MB PC (MEB) Dept. Mr. Andreas Rentschler MB USA, Investment Telephone: (250)507-3500 Dept. MEP 1, Mr.Kuespert Planning Dept. MEP 2, Mr. Butschek http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 11 de 35 Dept. MEP 2, Mr. Butschek Transmissions/Platforms Dept. MEP 3, Mr. Buchner Equipment Dept. MEP 1/MEP/TB,(vacant) Technical Consulting Dept. MEP/ET, Mr. Weise Planning/Spare Parts Dept. MEP/A, Mr. Kaiser Planning, Foreign Countries Dept. MEP/11, Mr. Hoffmann Raw Materials Dept. MEP/DC, Controlling Data processing Dept. MEP/20, Mr. Haaga Dept. MEP 2, 21 Mr. Haegele Motor Management Raw-Press and Stamped Metal Motor Management Dept. MEP/22, Mr. Mangold Electronics Dept. MEP/23, (vacant) Transmissions Dept. MEP/24, Mr. Hall Motors Dept. MEP 3,31 Mr. Schneider Bodywork Dept. MEP/32, Mr. Butschek Interiors Dept. MEP/32, Mr. Tismer Exteriors Dept. MEP/AM, Mr. Schellenberg Planning Delivery Concepts Dept. MEP/SL Dept. HPCG 427 Mr. P. Monteiro Sourcing comparisons Telephone: (0711) 178704740 Telefax: (07031) 9088740 B. DAIMLERCHRYSLER UTILITY VEHICLES Dept. MWN/F, Mr. Czaja Purchasing- Manager Utility Vehicles Dept. MWN/E 1, Mr. Trauth Motor Parts Dept. MWN/E 2, Mr. Ill Raw Materials/Transmission/Body Dept. MWN/E11, Mr. Vetter Rubber/Plastics/Paint/Electronic/.Inf./Cooling Dept. MWN/E12, Mr. Niessner Components/Parts Dept. MWN/E13, Mr. Flach Electronic Injection/Wheels/Engine Electronics Dept. MWN/E21, Mr. Reitmeier Clutches/Press Parts/Power windows Dept. MWN/E22, Mr. Ludwig Brakes/Interior/Glass/Lights/Heater Dept. MWN/E23, Mr. Motz Springs/Castings X. PORSCHE AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG Porsche Platz 1 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 12 de 35 Porsche Platz 1 70435 Stuttgart Telephone:(0711) 9110 Telefax: (0711) 8275179 Contacts: Dept. GBP 2 Telephone: (0711) 9112344 Mr. Elizio Saba Purchasing Department/Aftermarket- Abt. FSE Mr. Martin Roth Investment USA (ext. 827) Mr. Wolfgang Fehorr Investment Mr. Martin Schorr Purchasing (ext.2523) Telephone: (07044) 352526 Ms. Engelhardt Racing Department Frau Aufrecht Racing Department Porschestr. D-71287 Weissach Telephone: (0711) 9113042 Telefax: (0711) 9114096 Porsche North America Porsche Procurement Office Mr. James T. Watson Vice President Mr. Steffen Spreiter 1965 Research Drive Troy, MI 48083 Telephone (810) 680-7272 Telefax (810) 680-7278 -- MARKET ACCESS FOR U.S. MANUFACTURERS OF AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET PARTS AND ACCESSORIES As can be seen from the following chart, distribution channels to the end-user for after-market automotive parts differ considerably from those for accessories: Distribution Paths for Automotive Parts and Accessories: Table I (By percent of sales) Distribution Path Parts Accessories Car workshops Independent workshops Accessories and parts dealers Self-service supermarkets & Do-it-yourself outlets Gas Stations Department stores Catalog and mail order sales Other 52 16 11 6 14 7 11 25 6 3 1 5 7 11 5 20 Source: AutoHaus Magazine 1999 Agents and wholesale companies formed an association, the "INTERESSEN-GEMEINSCHAFT DER WERKSVERTRETUNGEN FUER KFZ-TEILE http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 13 de 35 "INTERESSEN-GEMEINSCHAFT DER WERKSVERTRETUNGEN FUER KFZ-TEILE e.V." (Association of Automotive Parts and Accessories Dealers), whose aim it is to advise new-to-market parts and accessories manufacturers on marketing and sales opportunities in Germany. U.S. suppliers should contact this association for advice and further information concerning market conditions in Germany. (For contact information, please see this section below, "Major Trade Associations".) Another association of OEM and after-market parts dealers is the "GVA - Gesamtverband Autoteile-Handel e.V." (Association of Automotive Parts Dealers), which works closely with foreign manufacturers. U.S. suppliers can contact the GVA Association in order to find qualified dealers for their particular product. (For contact information, please see this section below, oMajor Trade Associationso). Sales channels used by manufacturers to reach the end-user differ, depending on whether or not the seller has a manufacturing presence in Germany. In general, German manufacturers (as well as foreign companies with subsidiary operations in Germany) use their own distribution networks. Smaller companies without a manufacturing base in Germany usually sell through importers, agents, or wholesalers since those companies are familiar with local market conditions. Other well-accepted marketing channels include cooperation, joint venture, and licensing agreements with German manufacturers, which then sell through their own distribution networks. Prompt after-sales service and technical support are considered major requirements if a foreign supplier is to be successful in this highly sophisticated market. Despite efforts on behalf of parts suppliers to gain independence, the most important outlet for parts and accessories is through automobile workshops approved by the auto manufacturers. Therefore, U.S. companies wishing to gain an insight into any particular network should contact the appropriate dealer organization. -- AUTOMOBILE DEALERS The chart below can be used by U.S. companies to approach firms in this market segment. The middle column refers to the dealer association, which is organized by the dealers themselves. The last column provides the number of workshops. In most cases, these organizations can supply information as to which members would be interested in certain items. Manufacturer Jan.'99 Dealer Association Alfa Romeo Fiat Automobil AG Salzstr. 140 74076 Heilbronn Telephone (07131)1070 Alfa Romeo Ellen Str.69 53119 Bonn Workshops 196 Telephone (0228) 653003 Audi (see Volkswagen below) BMW Werke AG Petuelring 130 Verband Deutsche BMW Frankfurter Str. 88 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 848 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 14 de 35 Petuelring 130 80809 Muenchen Telephone (089) 3820 Frankfurter Str. 88 36043 Fulda Telephone (0661) 42017 Chrysler Import Deutschland GmbH Chrysler-Strasse 1 50170 Kerpen Telephone (02273) 9570 Verband der Chrysler Haendler Deutschland Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127248 243 Citroen Deutschland Nikolausstr. 84-90 51149 Cologne Telephone (02203) 440 Citroen Haendler Vbd. Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127290 318 Daewoo Deutschland Borsig Str. 15 65205 Wiesbaden-N. Telephone (06122) 9930 Autohaus Wandlitz GmbH Wandlitzer Chaussee 16321 Bernau Wandlitz Telephone (033397) 7390 298 116 Daihatsu Dtld Industriestr. 5-11 47918 Toenisvoort Telephone (02151) 7050 Daihatsu Haendler Vbd. Saarbrucker Str. 60/63 66265 Heusweiler Telephone (06806) 7032 362 Fiat Automobil AG Hahn Str. 41 60528 Frankfurt Telephone (069) 669880 Fiat/Lancia Haendler Mayfahrtstr. 25 60314 Frankfurt Telephone (069) 447003 362 Ford Werke AG Henry-Ford-Str. 1 50735 Cologne Telephone (0221) 900 Ford Haendler e.V. Heumarkt 14 50667 Cologne Telephone (02131) 49322 1,039 Honda Deutschland Sprendlinger Landstr.80 63069 Offenbach Telephone (069) 83090 Honda Haendler Vbd. Frankfurter Landstr. 166 61440 Oberursel Telephone (03641) 605656 525 Hyundai Motor GmbH Neckartacher Str. 75 74172 Neckarsulm Telephone (07132) 4870 Hyundai Haendler Vbd. Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127245 430 Jaguar Deutschland Frankfurter Str. 61476 Kronberg/Ts. Telephone (06173) 7050 Jaguar Haendler Vbd. Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127 60 Deutsche Kia Liliencronstr. 25 21629 Neu-Wulmstorf Telephone (040) 7007902 Kia/Kesseler Automobile Boschstr. 3 71149 Bondorf Telephone ((07457) 8024 468 Deutsche Lada Liliencronstr. 25 21629 Neu-Wulmstorf Telephone (040) 7007901 Kesseler Automobile Boschstr. 3 71149 Bondorf Telephone (07457) 8024 516 (610) Lancia & Fiat Automobil AG Fiat & Lancia Verband 338 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 15 de 35 Hahn Str. 41 60528 Frankfurt Telephone (069) 669880 Mayfahrt Str. 25 60314 Frankfurt Telephone (069) 447003 Lexus Division der Toyota GmbH Bachemer Landstr. 43 50858 Koln Telephone (02234) 10260 Toyota Haendler Vbd. Autohaus Haslbeck GmbH Toeginger Str. 156 84453 Muehldorf am Inn Telephone (08631) 615570 43 Mazda Motors Hitdoerfer Str. 73 51371 Leverkusen Telephone (02173) 9430 Mazda Haendler Vbd. Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127241 838 DaimlerChrysler AG Mercedes Str. 136 70327 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 170 DaimlerChrysler Haendler Vbd. 538 Max-Eyth-Str. 7 73230 Kirchheim-Teck Telephone (07021) 3031 MMC(Mitsu.)Deutschland Hessenauer Str. 2 65468 Trebur Telephone (06147) 20701 Busenius Automobile GmbH Muehlhofe 2 58540 Meinerzhagen Telephone (02358) 90910 832 Nissan Motor Deutschl. Nissanstr. 1 41468 Neuss Telephone (02131) 3880 Vbd. der Nissan Haendler Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127248 868 Adam Opel AG Bahnhofsplatz 1 65423 Russelsheim Telephone (06142) 770 Vbd. Deutsche Opel Haendler 1,561 Eschenheimer Anlage 28 60318 Frankfurt Telephone (069) 550224 Peugeot-Talbot Armand-peugeot-Str. 1 66119 Saarbrucken Telephone (0681) 8790 Vbd. Deutsche P-T Haendler 654 247 Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127247 Mitsubishi Motors Mr. Van Husemann BLG Automobile Logistics Postfach 120141 27515 Bremerhaven Telephone (0471) 4844357 Porsche AG Porsche Str. 42 70435 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 8270 Hahn Sportwagen GmbH Ringstr. 12-18 70736 Fellbach Telephone (0711) 57770 82 3A Proton Automobile-Import Pfingstweide 30 61169 Friedberg Telephone (06031) 7930 N/A 230 Deutsche Renault AG Koelner Weg 6-10 50321 Bruehl Vbd. D. Renault Haendler Ferdinand Porsche-Str. 13 51149 Koeln 705 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 16 de 35 50321 Bruehl Telephone (02232) 730 51149 Koeln Telephone (02203) 301942 Rover Deutschland Forumstr. 22 41468 Neuss Telephone (02131) 9380 Rover Vertragspartner Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127247 270 Saab Deutschland GmbH Siemenstr. 14 61352 Bad Homburg Telephone (06172) 9000 Vbd. d. Saab Haendler Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127240 113 (91) Seat Deutschland GmbH Starkenburgstr. 10 64546 Moerfelden-Walld. Telephone (061052) 2080 Seat Haendlerbeirat Bahnhofstr. 29 23769 Burg auf Fehmarn Telephone (0241) 167091 680 Skoda Automobile Brunnenweg 15 64331 Weiterstadt Telephone (06150) 1330 Skoda Haendlerbeirat Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127290 481 Ssang Yong Automobile Pestalozzistr. 25 47803 Krefeld Telephone (02151) 8950 Not yet founded 212 Subaru Deutschland Mielestr. 6 61169 Friedberg Telephone (06031) 6060 Subaru Handlerbeirat e.V. Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127248 297 Suzuki Auto GmbH Mittenheimer Str. 60 85764 Oberschleissheim Telephone (089) 315630 Deutsche Suzuki Haendler Gerresheimer Landstr. 119 40627 Duesseldorf Telephone (0211) 925950 533 Toyota Deutschland GmbH Toyota Allee 2 50858 Koeln Telephone (02234) 1021 Vbd. der Toyota Haendler Am Kelterberg 26 72622 Nuertingen Telephone (07022) 560353 654 Volkswagen AG 38436 Wolfsburg 38436 Wolfsburg Telephone (05361) 90 VW/Audi Haendlerbeirat e.V. 2,086 Kolberg 9 30916 Isernhagen-Kirchhorst Telephone (05136) 898631 Volvo Deutschland GmbH Koelner Weg 12 50321 Bruehl Telephone (0221) 93930 Vbd. der Volvo Haendler Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 9127240 310 The following table provides an overview on new registrations in Germany: Table I New Vehicle Registrations in Germany Company VW 1998 708,170 %change 10.8% http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html %share of total 18.9% 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES VW Opel Ford Mercedes-Benz Audi BMW Renault Fiat Peugeot Toyota Nissan Mazda Seat Honda Mitsubishi Citroen Volvo Skoda Rover Daewood Chrysler Hyundai Daihatsu Kia Suzuki Porsche Subaru Lada Saab Proton Jaguar Ssangyong Others Total Página 17 de 35 708,170 10.8% 531,007 -2.6 360,673 -7.0 397,824 33.2 243,380 1.6 232,012 1.9 234,399 15.9 162,479 10.9 87,739 -27.7 94,920 3.2 92,920 2.2 87,053 23.7 59,788 -2.0 48,247 -13.7 62,473 36.5 42,876 8.7 42,260 15.2 43,267 97.3 40,134 41.3 20,472 4.8 21,696 12.9 25,156 51.3 13,745 10.7 13,283 -11.4 34,432 121.5 9,720 -7.7 12,528 22.1 4,643 -21.3 8,217 36.9 2,481 -29.9 4,136 30.1 1,246 -26.4 N/A N/A 3,743,421 18.9% 14.2 9.6 10.6 6.5 6.2 6.3 4.3 2.3 2.5 2.5 2.3 1.6 1.3 1.7 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.1 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.4 0.4 0.9 0.3 0.3 0.1 0.2 0.1 0.1 0.0 N/A Source: (VDA) Verband der Deutsche Automobileindustrie 1999 Table II Major Automobile Shares by Country (Expressed as a percentage of total import market) 1998 France Japan Italy Netherlands Belgium Spain United Kingdom South Korea Sweden Czech Republic United States Hungary Other Germany 9.5 5.1 4.2 2.7 2.8 2.3 2.0 N/A N/A N/A 1.0 N/A 4.4 9.8 5.4 4.4 3.0 2.6 2.1 1.8 1.6 1.4 1.2 0.9 0.4 0.5 68.0 64.9 Source: (VDA) Verband der Deutsche Automobileindustrie 1999 -- AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET PARTS AND ACCESSORIES WHOLESALERS http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 18 de 35 With respect to automotive parts and accessories, Germany must be regarded as three separate regional markets: north, south and east. Market experts believe that regional German business practices and attitudes vary so much that it is not advisable, to enter into an exclusive country-wide contract. As the distribution path chart shows (see above D; Market Access), the second most important network outlet to car workshops is through accessories and parts dealers, as well as through self-service supermarkets and do-it-yourself outlets. Major wholesalers and distributors that use such channels and operate throughout Germany are: CARAT - AUGROS GmbH & Co. KG Herrn Theo Schwarz Mergenthaler Allee 77 65760 Eschborn Telephone (06196) 590560 Telefax (06196) 5905614 AuTe - Autoteile Handelsgesellschaft GmbH Dr. Armin Soergel Heiligenwiesen 18 70327 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 4091-131 Telefax (0711) 4091-103 Auto-Teile-Ring GmbH Herrn Paulus Trautmann Heumadener Strasse 69 70329 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 421033 Telefax (0711) 4202337 CAR-Centraler Autoersatzteile Ring GmbH Herrn Rainer Miltenberger In der Schneithohl 17 61476 Kronberg Telephone (06173) 68255 Telefax (06173) 68938 COPARTS Autoteile GmbH Bottroper Str. 30 45141 Essen Telephone (0201) 6303141 Telefax (0201) 6303140 Truck Drive Kfz-Teilehandelsmarketing GmbH Herrn Hans-Juergen Herrmann Kuenkelstr. 44 41063 Moenchengladbach Telephone (02161) 8139922 Telefax (02161) 8139920 IGF-Interessengemeinschaft Fahrzeugteile GmbH Herrn Fred Petersen Kantstr. 18 97076 Wuerzburg Telephone (0931) 72537 Telefax (0931) 887348 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Telefax Página 19 de 35 (0931) 887348 Temot Autoteile GmbH Dr. Schimmelpfennig Max-Planck-Str. 23 70736 Fellbach/Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 57630 Telefax (0711) 5763110 ATV Autoteile Vertriebs GmbH Herrn Hans Verm/hlen Postfach 243 47702 Krefeld Telephone (02151) 63200 Telefax (02151) 66625 Georg Birner KG Herrn Georg Birner Postfach 11 80 92601 Weiden Telephone (0961) 389180 Telefax(0961) 35579 Hofmeister & Meincke GmbH & Co. Herrn Knobloch Postfach 10 47 09 28047 Bremen Telephone (0421) 84050 Telefax (0421) 8405201 Industrie- und Fahrzeugbedarf GmbH (IFAG) Postfach 5 29 36005 Fulda Telephone (0661) 4990 Telefax (0661) 49915 KLOTZ Industrie- & Autoteile GmbH Frau Erika Klotz Postfach 30 07 23 50777 K/ln Telephone (0221) 9564440 Telefax (0221) 95644488 KLW Herrn Dieter T/ller Mathias-Br ggen-Str. 136 50829 K/ln Telephone (0221) 593071 Telefax (0221) 592918 Willy Konczewski GmbH & Co. Herrn Hermann Oelmann Postfach 65 06 27 13306 Berlin Telephone (030) 3960090 Telefax(030) 39600981 Lang-Industriebedarf GmbH Herrn Hubert Lang Postfach 22 26 78328 Stockach Telephone (07771) 2093-94 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 20 de 35 Telephone (07771) 2093-94 Telefax (07771) 7970 Johannes J. Matthies GmbH & Co. Herrn Johannes J. Matthies Postfach 10 43 40 20030 Hamburg Telephone (040) 237210 Telefax (040) 8511140 Normtechnik-Fahrzeugteile Vertriebsgesellscaft mbH Herrn J rgen Bahrenberg Sudentenstr. 3 64572 B tttelborn Telephone (06152) 4270 Telefax (06152) 83385 PM Fahrzeugteile Car Parts ZN der Wever & Co. GmbH Herrn Herbert Postfach 10 11 40 46011 Oberhausen Telephone (0208) 656940 Telefax (0208) 6569413 PS-Markt Grosshandelgesell. GmbH Herrn Irmgard Gewerbegebiet Nord Nr. 8 15366 Dahlwitz-Hoppegarten Telephone (030) 55171343 Telefax (030) 55171350 Stahlgruber, Otto Gruber GmbH & Co. Herrn Gunter H. Hoffmann Postfach 80 18 22 81618 M nchen Telephone (089) 41511 Telefax (089) 471041 TECHNAZENTRA Heinz Riese KG Frau Marion Riese-Spiess Lange Str. 85-95 34131 Kassel Telephone (0561) 310000 Telefax (0561) 3100079 Techno-Einkauf Abt. Einkauf Schiller Str. 44 22767 Hamburg Telephone (040) 5260990 Telefax(040) 5263519 Tegros GmbH & Co. Herrn Klaus Barho Postfach 12 61 74002 Heilbronn Telephone (07131) 172041 Telefax (07131) 173050 Eugen Trost GmbH & Co. Herrn Josef Rehage Max-Planck-Str. 23 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 21 de 35 Max-Planck-Str. 23 70736 Fellbach Telephone (0711) 57630 Telefax (0711) 5763233 There are more than 1,500 wholesalers located in Germany, many with several outlets. A handbook containing the addresses of these companies and the number of employees, plus address labels, can be obtained from: Soma GmbH, Postfach 610465 30604 Hannover Telephone (0511) 575318 Telefax (0511) 563281 -- DEPARTMENT STORES Most major department stores and mail-order companies offer motor parts and accessories. They can be contacted at the following addresses: Kaufhof AG Hauptverwaltung Leonard-Tietz-Strasse 1 50676 Koeln Telephone (0221) 22301 Telefax (0221) 2232800 Hertie Waren- und Kaufhaus GmbH Hauptverwaltung Lyoner Strasse 15 60528 Frankfurt am Main Telephone (069) 66811 Telefax (069) 662545 Horten AG Hauptverwaltung Am Albertussee 40549 Duesseldorf Telephone (0211) 9570 Telefax (0211) n/a Karstadt AG Hauptverwaltung Postfach 102164 45021 Essen Telephone (0201) 7271 Telefax (0201) 7275170 -- MAIL-ORDER COMPANIES The following three mail-order companies offer automotive products and general household products: Quelle Neckermann Versand AG Hauptverwaltung Hauptverwaltung Dieselstrasse 75 Hanauer-Landstr. 360-400 90441 Nuremberg 60386 Frankfurt Telephone (0911) 6220 Telephone (069) 40401 Telefax (0911) 6223326 Telefax (069) 4044235 Otto Versand Hauptverwaltung Wandsbeker Strasse 3-7 22179 Hamburg 71 Telephone (040) 64610 Telefax (040) 64618571 The following company is Germany's largest mail-order company for all types of automotive products and accessories: D & W Dueckerweg 21 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 22 de 35 Dueckerweg 21 44867 Bochum Telephone (02327) 327111 Telefax (02327) 327289 -- MAJOR OIL COMPANIES OPERATING IN GERMANY Gas stations are also trying to increase sales of spare parts. Corporate Intelligence (a British market research company) as well as Gas Station Associations have forecast that only those gas stations that can increase their turnover in parts and accessories as well as perishable goods will have a chance of remaining in business in the future. In January 1998, the total number of gas stations in Germany was as follows: Company W. Germany Aral/Gasolin 2,236 DEA/Texaco 1,481 Shell 1,517 Esso 1,405 BP 1,244 Avia 833 Conoco 532 Agip 91 Petro/Fina/Chevron 359 Elf Aquetaine/Amoco282 Total 195 Westfallen/Rueckw. 192 Calpam 90 Hem-Hamburg 92 Baywa 90 Eller/Montan 61 Q8/Markant 56 Score 36 Statoil SVG 20 OMV 10 Free Operators 1,252 Other brands 2,930 Total 15,304 # Stations 56 41 34 31 25 15 15 7 6 8 4 4 1 2 2 2 1 1 2 20 277 E. Germany # Stations 270 169 178 124 76 71 54 62 17 423 2 4 1 87 10 4 48 155 275 4 8 4 6 2 2 3 18 2 - 2,030 49 Source: (VDA) Verband der Deutsche Automobileindustrie 1999 For detailed information on the above gas stations, interested U.S. companies should contact the Zentralverband des Tankstellen und Garagengewerbes e.V. (ZTG), listed in this report under Major Trade Associations below. Because of environmental laws which were passed in 1995, stipulating that gas vapor must be eliminated when filling gas into tanks and the need to fit new vacuum nozzles to fuel pump lines, it has not been financially worthwhile to retrofit many gas stations. It is expected that 20% of all the above gas stations in Germany will have ceased business by the year 2000. -- CUSTOMS DUTIES Customs duties for automotive parts and accessories average http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 23 de 35 approximately five percent. No customs duties are levied on imports from the European Union (EU) countries. An import turnover tax of 17% is currently applied, which in turn is passed on to the final customer as a value-added tax (VAT). VAT applies equally to European and German competitors. Trade restrictions or other non-tariff barriers (such as quotas) do not exist, but all equipment has to comply with German (and/or European) safety regulations and technical standards. The metric system of weights and measures is standard in Germany. -- TECHNICAL STANDARDS Technical standards are defined, maintained and approved by: DIN Deutsches Institut fuer Normung e.V. (German Institute for Standards) Burggrafenstr. 6 10787 Berlin Telephone (030) 2601-0 Telefax (030) 2601231 English translations of standards are available from Beuth Verlag GmbH (Beuth Publishing), at the same address. For further information on trade regulations and standards, please see the Country Commercial Guide for Germany, which can be accessed through the National Trade DataBase (NTDB) of the U.S. Department of Commerce. -- INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS Verband der Automobil Industrie e.V. (VDA) (German Automobile Association) Westendstrasse 61 60325 Frankfurt am Main Telephone (069) 975070 Telefax (069) 975-0261 Gesamtverband Autoteile-Handel e.V. (GVA) (Association of Automotive Parts Dealers) Gothaerstr. 17 40880 Ratingen Telephone (02102) 473037 Telefax (02102) 475663 Bundesverband der Hersteller und Importeure von Automobil-Service-Ausruestungen e.V. (ASA) (Manufacturing and Importers Association for Workshop Equipment) ** Grimmelshausen Weg 1 77731 Willstaett Telephone (07852) 97990 Telefax (07852) 97991 ** The ASA Association also prints and distributes a "News Letter" for its members, a copy of which can be obtained from: PR Marketing & Werbung Mr. Peter Rehberg Grimmelshausen Weg 1 77731 Willstaett Telephone (07852) 97990 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 24 de 35 Telephone (07852) 97990 Telefax (07852) 97991 Verband Deutsche Automobil Tuner e.V. (VDAT) (Association of German Automobile Tuners) Mr. Michael Lauer Lintorfer Waldstr. 5 40489 Dusseldorf Telephone (0203) 741435 Telefax (0203) 741437 Zentralverband des Deutschen KraftfahrzeugGewerbes e.V. (ZDK) (Central Association for German Motor Trades and Repair) Franz-Lohe-Str. 21 53129 Bonn Telephone (0228) 91270 Telefax (0228) 9127150 Zentralverband Karroserie-und-Fahrzeug-Technik e.V. (ZKF) (Central Association for Car and Body Technology) Frankfurter Str. 2 61118 Bad Vilbel Telephone (06101) 12061 Telefax (06101) 12598 Fachverband Industrie Verschiedener Eisen- und StahlWaren e.v. Fachabteilung Kraftwagenzubehoer/Verband der KraftwagenTeile- und Zuebehoerindustrie (Industrial Association for Metal Products) (Technical Department for Automobile Parts/Association of the Automobile Parts and Accessories Industry) Kaiserswerther Strasse 135 40474 Duesseldorf Telephone (0211) 4350712 Telefax (0211) 4549369 Zentralverband des Tankstellen- und GaragenGewerbes e.V. (ZTG) (Central Gas Station and Garage Industry Association) Dreieichstrasse 42 60594 Frankfurt am Main - reports Telephone (069) 624044 Telefax (069) 622451 Bundesverband Freier Tankstellen und Unabhaengiger Deutscher Mineraloelhandler e.V. (BFT) (German Association for Self-Employed Gas Station and Mineral Oil Dealers) Ippendorfer Allee 1-D 53127 Bonn Telephone (0228) 910290 Telefax (0228) 9102929 Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau e.V. (VDMA) Arbeitsgemeinschaft Hochdruckreiniger und Fachabteilung Fahrzeug Waschanlagen (AHRFFW) (Association for German Machinery and Plant Manufacturers) (Plant Manufacturers Technical Department for High http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 25 de 35 (Plant Manufacturers Technical Department for High Pressure Cleaning and Vehicle Washing Equipment) Postfach 710864 Lyoner Strasse 18 60528 Frankfurt am Main Telephone (069) 6603396 Telefax (069) 6603511 -- TRADE PUBLICATIONS Advertising in professional trade journals is a well-accepted method of product promotion. The following German language magazines are important for U.S. exporters of aftermarket parts and service: Freizeit Mobile/Mobile Life Vereinigte Motor Verlage Leuschnerstr. 1 70174 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 182-01 Telefax (0711) 182-1156 Frequency of Publication: Circulation: bi-monthly 35,000 Freizeit Mobile/Mobile Life reports on new vans, motor homes, driving test requirements, van equipment, van accessories, and exciting trips. Pro Mobil Vereinigte Motor-Verlage Leuschnerstr. 1 70174 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 182-01 Telefax (0711) 182-1156 Frequency of Publication: Circulation: monthly 70,000 Very similar to "Mobil Life," reporting about vans, motor homes and traveling. ADAC Motorwelt ADAC Verlag GmbH Am Westpark 8 81373 Muenchen Telephone (089) 76760 Telefax (089) 76762500 Frequency of Publication: Circulation: monthly 8,200,000 German auto club magazine, sent free of charge to members. Discusses new products and laws and provides general information on automobiles and travel in the German language. Fahrzeug & Karosserie Gentner Verlag Stuttgart Forst Strasse 131 70193 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 636720 Telefax (0711) 6367247 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Telefax (0711) 6367247 Frequency of Publication: Circulation: Página 26 de 35 monthly 6,500 German language publication for bodyshop equipment. Autohaus Bartsch Verlag Alte Landstr. 8 - 10 85521 Ottobrunn Telephone (089) 43721110 Telefax (089) 43180372 Frequency of Publication:P Circulation: 20,500 bi-weekly German language publication for producers, suppliers, and users of body shop and auto maintenance equipment. Krafthand Krafthand Verlag Postfach 1462 86825 Bad Woerishofen Telephone (08247) 30070 Telefax (08247) 300770 Frequency of Publication: bi-weekly Circulation: 21,000 German language publication for workshops and garages. Rally Racing Top Special Verlag/Springer Verlag Springer Platz 1 20350 Hamburg Telephone (040) 34700 Telefax (040) 34724927 Frequency of Publication: bi-weekly Circulation: 84,000 German language publication aimed at consumers. For general public interested in rally racing, workshops and garages. Autobild Springer Verlag Springer Platz 1 20350 Hamburg Telephone (040) 34700 Telefax (040) 3472152 Frequency of Publication: weekly Circulation: 905,000 German language publication aimed at the consumer. Reports on new cars, equipment and accessories. It is printed in the form of a newspaper rather than a magazine, appears every Monday morning, and appears to be popular with the German public. Off Road A.C. Verlagsges. mbH Altelandstr. 21 85579 Neubiberg http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 27 de 35 85579 Neubiberg Telephone (089) 60821-01 Telefax (089) 60821 200 Frequency of Publication: monthly Circulation: 111,170 Magazine for off-road enthusiasts in German. KFZ - Betrieb und Automarkt Vogel Verlag & Druck GmbH & Co. KG Max-Planck-Str. 7-9 97082 Wuerzburg Ernst Haack, Rainer Simon Telephone (0931) 4180 Telefax (0931) 4182100 Frequency of Publication: bi-weekly Circulation: 26,000 Magazine for workshops/garages and car sales outlets. AMZ-Auto-Motor-Zubehoer Verlagsgesellschaft Gruetter Postfach 910708 30427 Hannover Telephone (0511) 4609310 Telefax (0511) 4609120 Frequency of Publication: monthly Circulation: 25,000 German language publication for automotive dealers. Auto-Motor und Sport Vereinigte Motor-Verlage GmbH + Co. Redaktion Schloss Strasse 37 70174 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 1820 Telefax (0711) 182-1958 Frequency of Publication: bi-weekly Circulation: 510,000 German language publication for automobile fans. Auto und Reise Verlag und Wirtschaftsdienst Postfach 440 91427 Bad Winzheim Telephone (09841) 4090 Telefax (09841) 7033 Frequency of Publication: monthly Circulation: 97,000 German language publication for the general public; publishes results of tests concerning autos and accessories. MTZ - Motortechnische Zeitschrift ATZ - Automobiltechnische Zeitschrift http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 28 de 35 ATZ - Automobiltechnische Zeitschrift Franckh'sche Verlagshandlung W. Keller & Co. Pfizer Strasse 5 - 7 70184 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 21910 Telefax (0711) 2191360 Frequency of Publications: monthly Circulation: 3,500 (each) The above magazines are published in English and German, and deal with technical engineering information used in the production of engines and chassis. Automobil Produktion Verlag - Eric Felber Moderne Industrie AG Justus-von-Liebig-Strasse 1 86899 Landsberg Telephone (08191) 1250 Telefax (08191) 125279 Frequency of Publication: quarterly Circulation: 8,000 German language publication dealing with all aspects of automobile production. Lastauto - Omnibus Vereinigte-Motor-Verlage GmbH & Co KG Schloss Strasse 37 70174 Stuttgart 1 Telephone (0711) 784980 /11 Telefax (0711) 7849889 Frequency of Publication: monthly Circulation: 14,000 German language publication dealing with bus and truck production. Trans-Aktuell ATM Verlag Handwerkstr. 15 70565 Stuttgart Telephone (0711) 78612508 Telefax (0711) 7255523 Frequency of Publication: 10 times a year Circulation: 80,000 German language publication which discusses methods of modernization and new regulations governing fleet operations. Automobiles Postfach 1854 22908 Ahrensburg Telephone (04102) 47870 Telefax (04102) 451316 Frequency of Publication: bi-weekly Circulation: 152,000 Comparable to the U.S. magazine, "Auto Trader," distributed http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Página 29 de 35 Comparable to the U.S. magazine, "Auto Trader," distributed mainly through gas stations. It carries a large section devoted to U.S. vehicles, engines and parts. -- TRADE FAIRS Participation by U.S. companies in German trade shows is one of the best means of finding customers in Germany and throughout Europe. U.S. manufacturers who are not yet represented in the European market, or those who wish to present new products, should consider exhibiting at the following international German trade fairs: Event AUTOMECHANIKA - Frankfurt Site Dates Organizer Frankfurt September 6-10, 2000 Messe Frankfurt - Messe und Ausstellungs GmbH (Exhibition Frankfurt - Fair and Exhibition Organizer) Mr. Horst Niedlich, Exhibits Manager Mr. Michael Reichhold Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1 60327 Frankfurt (069)75750 (069)75756433 Telephone Telefax or, contact in the United States: Telephone Telefax Messe Frankfurt, Inc. Dirk Heinz Ebener 200 Galleria Parkway, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30339 (770) 984-8016 (770) 984-8023 In 1998, AUTOMECHANIKA featured 3,820 exhibitors, including over 220 from the U.S., on 260,000 square meters of exhibition area and attracted 163,000 visitors. This fair is the world's largest display of automotive parts and equipment, and is held every two years. Wholesalers and distributors make up the largest part of the visitors. Event: IAA (International Automobile Exhibition) Site Frankfurt Dates September 16-26, 1999 Location and dates for 2001 are not yet available Organizer Verband der Automobil Industrie e.V. (Automotive Industry Association) Westend Strasse 61 60325 Frankfurt am Main Telephone (069) 975070 Telefax (069) 97507-305 or, contact in the United States: Telephone Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association Att. Mr. Evers 300 New Center Bldg. Detroit, MI 48202 (313) 872-5413 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Telephone Página 30 de 35 (313) 872-5413 In 1997, a total of 1,290 exhibitors displayed their products in ten halls covering a total exhibition area of 210,000 square meters. Over 877,000 people visited the fair, a high percentage of them from foreign countries. Although originally a show for new passenger vehicles, trucks and buses, there has been a marked increase in the display of automotive original equipment and aftermarket accessories, as well as workshop equipment. This biennial show is for both the industry and the general public. In 1997, all new cars and commercial vehicles were concentrated in and around three major halls. The remaining seven halls were occupied by parts and equipment manufacturers and were visited mainly by industry buyers/representatives. For the first time ever, FCS Frankfurt organized a catalogue exhibition stand in 1997 for U.S. manufacturers, generating a total of 452 leads. Event Site Dates Organizer Telephone Telefax IAA NUTZFAHRZEUGE IAA - Heavy duty vehicle exhibition Frankfurt September 23-30, 2000 Verband der Automobil Industrie e.V. (Automotive Industry Association) Westend Strasse 61 60325 Frankfurt am Main (069) 97507 225 (069) 97507305 or, contact in the United States: Telephone Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association Att. Mr. Evers 300 New Center Bldg. Detroit, MI 48202 (313) 872-5413 In 1998, a total of 1,214 exhibitors displayed their products in ten halls covering a total exhibition area of 173,500 square meters. Over 280,000 industry-related visitors attended the fair, a high percentage of them from foreign countries. At this fair, manufacturers exhibit trucks, buses, trailers and truck bodies, as well as all possible aspects of accessories and transport devices. In addition, exhibitors include logistics and transport companies dealing with freight by land and rail. Event AUTO MOBIL INTERNATIONAL Site Dates Organizer Leipzig April 10-18, 2000 Leipziger Messe Mr. Matthias Kober or Ms. Steffi Paatzsch Postfach 100720 04007 Leipzig (0341) 6780 (0341) 6788762 Telephone Telefax or, contact in the United States: http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Telephone Telefax Página 31 de 35 Leipzig Trade Fair Agency in the USA Weidenbach & Associates, Inc. Suite 1104, Cain Tower 229 Peachtree Street, N.E. Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 525-7030 (404) 525-6658 In 1999, Auto Mobil International showcased more than 515 exhibitors from 24 countries on 116,000 sq. meters of exhibit area, drawing more than 270,000 visitors. The main exhibits were automobiles and trucks. For the first time, a show within a show was created with the name "AMITEC". AMITEC is for manufacturers of parts and accessories, workshop and gas station equipment. At the 1999 show, manufacturers also exhibited a number of new cars for the first time. The show attracts visitors from the Newly Independent States and Eastern Europe and is neither competitive to the IAA nor the Automechanika (see above). Event MOTOR SHOW ESSEN Site Dates Organizer Telephone Telefax Essen November 26- December 5, 1999 November 29- December 8, 2000 MOTOR SHOW - Essen Messe Essen GmbH (Essen Exhibition Authorities) Postfach 100165 Norbert Strasse 56 45131 Essen (0201) 72440 (Extension 244/225) (0201) 7244248 In 1998, MOTOR SHOW ESSEN showcased 550 exhibitors on 90,000 sq. meters of exhibit area, drawing 343,800 visitors. The main exhibits are autos, motorcycles, mopeds, racing and vintage cars, tuning kits/parts and automotive accessory products. Racing drivers make special appearances. In recent years the emphasis has been on tuning kits, parts and accessories. Exhibitors at this show can make off-the-floor sales to the general public; the show is very popular and draws many visitors from Belgium and the Netherlands. Event Site Date Organizer IFMA - INTERNATIONALE FAHRRAD AUSSTELLUNG Cologne September 16-19, 1999 IFMA - INTERNATIONALE FAHRRAD AUSSTELLUNG (INTERNATIONAL BICYCLE EXHIBITION) Messe und Ausstellungs GmbH Koeln (Fair and Exhibition Organizer, Cologne Postfach 210760 50532 Cologne Telephone (0221)8210 Telefax (0221)8212574 or, contact in the United States: German American Chamber of Commerce 666 Fifth Avenue New York, N.Y. 10103 Telephone (212) 974-8830 Telefax 212) 974-8867 http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/germany/isa/isar0009.html 15/05/00 (I Germany: AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND SERVICES Telefax Página 32 de 35 212) 974-8867 In 1998, IFMA drew 70,000 visitors to look at products being displayed by 700 companies, spread over 185,000 square meters. This appears to be the world's largest show for bicycles, and related equipment, and is held every two years. Event: IOR - Internationaler Off Road Gelaendewagen-Ausstellung (International Off Road vehicle exhibition) Site: Munich Dates: June 2-6, 2000 Organizer: ORV Off Road Veranstaltungs- und Management GmbH Mr. Wolfgang Traub Redwitzstr. 4 81925 Muenchen Telephone: (089) 60821-01 Telefax: (089) 60821200 In 1998, a total of 400 exhibitors displayed their products to 142,975 visitors. This is Europe's premier show for off-road products, and it is gaining in popularity. The main exhibits are four-wheel drive vehicles and accessories. The exhibition is growing rapidly in popularity with both the industry and the general public, and is unusual in that the public is given the chance to drive off-road vehicles on specially prepared terrain. Next year's exhibition is again expected to increase in size and attendance. Event Caravan Salon 99 Site Dates Organizer Dusseldorf September 25 - October 3, 1999 Messe D sseldorf 150 North Michigan Ave., Suite 2920 Anne Meerboth-Maltz (312) 791-5180 (312) 781-5188 Telephone Telefax Caravan Salon 99 is an international trade show for recreational vehicles, mobile homes, trailers and camping equipment. The organizers of Caravan Salon 99 expect over 500 exhibitors and 158,000 visitors to take part in the trade show. The show will take place in 716,000 square feet of exhibition space. 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