Automotive Industry

Driving Performance through Technology

If Germany is known for one thing, it's the automotive industry. But we're not just sitting back and riding our reputation. Our automotive industry keeps the throttle at full!

It's our largest industry by turnover − Germany is a primary location for development facilities and Europe's leading market for passenger car manufacturers and suppliers. We have the infrastructure, the research facilities, and the highly trained personnel to extend our track record of leadership. Have a look at our numbers and see what we have to offer. We'll put you in the driver's seat!

Our Industry in Numbers

# 1 automotive market in Europe by production and sales (5.4 million cars produced and 3.5 million new registrations in 2006)
25 vehicle assembly plants in operation, more than 1/3 of Europe’s installed capacity
over EUR 254 billion in annual combined revenues for manufacturers and suppliers
45% of all newly registered vehicles in Europe and 20% of new vehicles sold globally carry “Made in Germany” label
more than EUR 100 billion invested by the German auto industry over the past 10 years
# 1 worldwide in innovation, with 3,600 patents in 2006 and over 32 innovative clusters in automotive-related areas

Our Advantages

MARKET – Germany is home to the largest concentration of OEM plants and decision-making centers in Europe − we offer distinct advantages in terms of production volume and client and product diversification. Our market has the largest potential for automotive suppliers. Within the next five years, over 35 percent of the volume resulting from new vehicle programs in Europe will be produced at our plants.

PERSONNEL – Germany offers Europe's most experienced automotive labor force, and its educational system provides industry-specific, on-the-job training.

R&D – Strong networks of cooperation exist between companies, universities, and research institutions involved in mechatronics, microelectronics, power electronics, telematics, environmental technologies, manufacturing processes and technologies, and materials – just to name a few!

LEADERSHIP – Germany is the technological leader in all automotive-related industries – from machine building to electronics.

INCENTIVES – Germany offers investment incentives covering up to 50 percent of capital expenditure, including industry-specific incentives. In addition, there are favorable and pro-active government policies, significant public investment in the industry, and extensive support for employment and R&D.

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – We offer an extensive and comprehensive logistics infrastructure that integrates state-of-the-art transportation networks with the most modern telematics, IT, and telecommunications systems.

STABLE INVESTMENT ENVIRONMENT – Social, economic, and political stability provide a solid base for your corporate projects. Our judiciary and civil services are highly professional. Contractual agreements are secure, and intellectual property is strictly protected in Germany.

References

Toyota - Denso (TDDK)
Daimler, Mitsubishi (MDC Power)
Gruppo Magnetto
Linamar
Cloyes Gear
Accuma

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