AS preparations for the hosting of the 16th edition of the Abuja International auto show gets to an advanced stage, the platform of the annual event has been described as a litmus test to the shape of things in the industry with the current paradigm shift in the sector.

According to Ifeanyichukwu Agwu, the Chairman of the Organising Committee of the event; “the automobile is undoubtedly the primary yardstick of success for any auto exhibition. This means auto enterprises showcasing at any exhibition must ensure visibility and wholeness/completeness, and not leaving anything to chance”.

+5.6 percent)* million vehicles to customers. Developments during the month of August were also positive, with the company delivering 740,500 (August 2013: 720,900; +2.7 percent)* units worldwide. “Deliveries by the Volkswagen Group developed well in the first eight months. However, the economic environment in some world markets remains tense”, Group Board Member for Sales Christian Klingler said in Wolfsburg on Friday, and added: “The Volkswagen Group and its brands are in an excellent position to master these challenges.”

The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has solicited the assistance of the National Sports Commission (NSC) in developing its sport activities.

With a resolve to flaunt the best and the latest technology as well as demonstrate their poise to play strongly in the emerging Nigeria automotive market as dictated by the demands of the nation’s new auto policy, reputable companies in both the domestic and global automotive industry are getting ready to showcase their stuff at the Eagle Square venue of the 16th edition of Nigeria’s flagship auto show-the Abuja International Motor Fair.

OFFICIALS of Toyota Motor Corporation Japan and the Federal Government’s team led by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Olusegun Aganga will be meeting in Germany on Friday to discuss the possibility of setting up a Toyota assembly plant in Nigeria, under the Federal government’s new auto policy.