Media Information 2008
From cover to cover, we’ve got Europe covered
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3 Editorial Mission 4 Circulation by Country 5 Circulation by Industry Sector 6 Readership by Job Function 7 Automotive News Group 8–9 Editorial Calendar 2008 10 Advertising Rates 2008 11 Mechanical Data 12–13 Supplements 2008 14 Conferences 15 Awards 16 Online Advertising 17 Online Advertising Options 18 Global Coverage 19 Terms and Conditions 20 Contact
About us:
Automotive News Europe is based in Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich, Germany. It is the only English- language publication for the European automotive industry. The title was launched in 1996. Automotive News Europe is a respected and trusted source of up-to-date news and information for C-level managers and decision-makers in the European automotive industry. Automotive News Europe has a comprehensive, dedicated Website, publishes special issues, and organizes conferences spotlighting hot topics and the latest developments.
2 Automotive News Europe Media Information 2008 www.autonewseurope.com Editorial Mission
Automotive News Europe Subjects covered by our on the leading edge reporters include:
For a dozen years now, Automotive News Europe has Advertising Legislation been the voice for news in the industry. Our team of reporters in 10 countries covers the world Auto Shows Logistics for an audience of key European decision makers. And Automakers Manufacturing we cover all sides of the industry, from automakers to their original equipment suppliers to distribution Dealers Marketing networks and beyond. Design Obituaries Who reads us? About 20,000 subscribers, including the industry’s top Distribution Off-lease Vehicles executives. They read Automotive News Europe from E-commerce Personnel cover to cover and our research shows they pass it along to an average of four colleagues. That means you, the Engineering Prices advertiser, can reach 80,000 people with each issue. Finance and Insurance Production Why do they read us? Automotive News Europe delivers the latest news, the Fleets Recalls most accurate insights, in-depth analysis and an under- Future Vehicles Regulation standing of the automotive world. We deliver hard news that is fair, timely and accurate. We deliver editorials, Human Resources Remarketing commentaries, comprehensive data and special featu- res throughout the year. Incentives Sales
When do they read us? Information Technology Service and Parts The simple answer: All of the time. This year, with our International Trade Service Contracts expanded online presence, Automotive News Europe is a 24-hour operation, seven days per week. Our daily and Inventories Suppliers weekly online newsletters mean you have fresh European news in your inbox every day. And our Labor Vehicle Technology breaking news alerts mean when news happens, you will know about it. Leasing Warranties Legal News In 2008, we will bring you closer to the major industry events, including our 12th annual Automotive News Europe Congress in Turin May 19-21. And we will continue to be the best source of news and information, opinion and analysis. The daily and weekly online newsletters of Automotive News Europe We are on the leading edge of the industry. deliver the breaking news And you will be there with us. as it happens.
Jason Stein Publisher
Automotive News Europe Media Information 2008 www.autonewseurope.com 3 Circulation by Country
Number 1 for European Circulation
North America Germany 10.8% Outside 23.4% Europe 12.6%
Austria/ 2.6% Switzerland Scandinavia 7.0 % 3.6% 11.4%
12.6% 5.8% 4.5% 5.7% Benelux Great Britain
Central and France Eastern Europe Spain/ Italy Portugal
ø Over 74% of Automotive News Europe’s Circulation: qualified circulation is paid subscribers BPA Qualified 17,079 ø From cover to cover, we’ve got Europe covered: Other 6,475 Automotive News Europe has broad circulation across all of Europe, with almost 15,000 European subscribers. Total circulation 23,554
*Source: BPA June 2006 Audit Report
“Automotive News Europe is compulsory reading for anyone who wants to keep their finger on the pulse of our rapidly changing global industry.”
Carl-Peter Forster GM Vice President, President, GM Europe Chairman, Saab Automobile AB Chairman of the Adam Opel AG Supervisory Board
4 Automotive News Europe Media Information 2008 www.autonewseurope.com Circulation by Industry Sector
Number 1 for Industry Circulation
Production Equipment Dealers/Distributors Manufacturers & Distributors Investment Component 2.1% and Finance 1.4% Manufacturers/ professionals 5.3% Suppliers 25.3%
26.6%
25.0% Paid 10.3% subscriptions 3.1% industry demographics incomplete at time of audit
Other Vehicle Manufacturers Marketing, 0.9% Business Consultants, Design/Engineering Services Consultants
Source: BPA June 2006 Audit Report
Automotive News Europe’s circulation reaches all areas of the supply chain.
“A well-informed publication with a broad perspective and an independent voice.”
Bernd Bohr Member of the Board of Management Chairman Automotive Group Robert Bosch GmbH
Automotive News Europe Media Information 2008 www.autonewseurope.com 5 Readership
Readership by Job Function
Sales & Marketing Engineering & Design
19.7% 31.7%
15.4% Production & Logistics
27.8% 5.4%
Purchasing Corporate Management
Source: TNS Automotive Readership Survey, July 2005. Details available upon request.
ø Automotive News Europe has an average ø 70% of Automotive News Europe’s readers of 4 readers per copy. influence or make the final decision in the purchasing process. ø 45% of Automotive News Europe’s readers spend more than 20 minutes reading each ø Each Automotive News Europe reader issue, with 21% of the readers spending represents around 2.6 million Euros of more than 40 minutes reading each issue. purchasing power.
“Automotive News Europe is required reading for any decision maker in the automotive industry. It gives essential news on our increasingly challenging world.”
Thierry Morin Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Valeo
6 Automotive News Europe Media Information 2008 www.autonewseurope.com Automotive News Group
Automotive News, Automobilwoche and Automotive News Europe deliver the news and analysis that automo- tive industry leaders rely on to succeed.
Building on the power of a strong editorial voice, the Automotive News Group uniquely brings together the entire auto community for its many conferences, programs and awards. Many advertising clients benefit from these activities by aligning with the Automotive News Group for customized marketing partnerships.
North America’s leading The German-language Europe’s best-read automotive newspaper newspaper for automotive automotive newspaper for more than 80 years industry executives for more than 10 years
Circulation: 76,100 Circulation: 40,000 Circulation: 23,600 Published: weekly Published: biweekly Published: biweekly Language: English Language: German Language: English Distribution: USA Distribution: Germany Distribution: Europe Audited by: ABC Austria Audited by: BPA Switzerland Audited by: IVW www.autonews.com www.automobilwoche.de www.autonewseurope.com
Automotive News Europe Media Information 2008 www.autonewseurope.com 7 Editorial Calendar 2008
Issue Date Closing Date Editorial Features Shows / Conferences
January 7 December 21 ø Guide to Industry Executives: L Detroit Auto Show NAIAS No. 1 The key leaders to watch in 2008 13–27 January ø Detroit Auto Show Preview L Auto Mässan, Göteborg ø Spotlight on technology 16–19 January ø Car cutaway: Cars and their suppliers
January 21 January 4 ø Automotive News Europe/PricewaterhouseCoopers L Automotive News World Congress January No. 2Bonus Distribution Quarterly Shareholder Value Report Detroit, Michigan Automotive News ø Detroit Auto Show coverage 21–24 January World Congress ø Car cutaway
February 4 January 18 ø Focus page: Europeans in Brazil L LogiMAT, Stuttgart No. 3 ø Spotlight on technology 19–21 February ø Car cutaway
February 18 February 1 ø Focus page: Automotive advertising
February No. 4 ø Car cutaway
March 3 February 15 ø A-Z Guide to the Geneva Auto Show L Geneva Auto Show No. 5 ø Spotlight on technology 4–16 March Bonus Distribution ø L Geneva Auto Show Car cutaway CeBIT, Hanover 4–9 March
March 17 February 29 ø Guide to purchasing: L New York International Auto Show No. 6 Who is in charge and what is changing? 21–30 March ø Geneva Auto Show coverage ø Car cutaway March
March 31 March 14 ø SUPPLEMENT: Car Cutaways: A look at who L AMI 2008, Leipzig No. 7 supplies what to Europe’s leading new models 5–13 April ø Spotlight on technology ø Car cutaway
April 14 March 28 ø SUPPLEMENT: Guide to China’s Auto Market L SAE World Congress, Detroit No. 8 ø Powertrain Map: A guide to Europe’s engines 14–17 April and transmissions plants L The Commercial Vehicle Show ø Automotive News Europe/PricewaterhouseCoopers Birmingham Quarterly Shareholder Value Report 15–17 April ø Focus page: Europeans in Russia L Hanover Industry Fair ø Car cutaway 21–25 April April April 28 April 11 ø Supplier Talk from the Top I: L e-procurement & supply, No. 9 Europe’s leading suppliers speak out Nürnberg ø Spotlight on technology 6–8 May ø Car cutaway
May 12 April 25 ø SUPPLEMENT: 25 Leading Women L Automotive News Europe No. 10 ø Supplier Talk from the Top II Congress, Turin ø Car cutaway 19–21 May L NEXT, Turin 21–25 May L Reifen, Essen 23–25 May
May May 26 May 9 ø SUPPLEMENT: Segmentation No. 11 A look at who won and lost in each auto segment ø Coverage of the Automotive News Europe Congress ø Spotlight on technology ø Car cutaway
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Issue Date Closing Date Editorial Features Shows / Conferences
June 9 May 23 ø Guide to dealer groups: No. 12 An annual look at the top 50 dealers in Europe ø Car cutaway
June 23 June 6 ø SUPPLEMENT: Global Market Data Book
No. 13 ø Dealer Talk from the Top I: Europe’s leading dealers interviewed June ø Spotlight on technology ø Car cutaway
July 7 June 20 ø Focus page: Top 30 European suppliers No. 14 ø Focus page: Europeans in China ø Car cutaway
July 21 July 4 ø Focus page: Who is who in design? L British International Auto Show, ø No. 15/16 Spotlight on technology London July ø Automotive News Europe/PricewaterhouseCoopers 23 July–3 August Quarterly Shareholder Value Report ø Car cutaway
August 18 August 1 ø Eurostars: A look at Europe’s leading executives L MIMS Moscow Auto Show No. 17 ø Car cutaway 24–28 August Aug
September 1 August 15 ø Spotlight on technology No. 18 ø Car cutaway
September 15 August 29 ø Guide to platforms: L Automechanika, Frankfurt No. 19 What is shared by carmakers keeps changing 16–21 September Bonus Distribution ø L Automechanika Car cutaway IAA Commercial Vehicle Show, Hanover 25 September–2 October
ø L September 29 September 12 A-Z Guide to Paris Auto Show Paris Auto Show September No. 20 ø Focus page: Europeans in India 2–19 October Bonus Distribution ø Paris Auto Show Spotlight on technology ø Car cutaway
October 13 September 26 ø Guide to global automotive partnerships: A poster showing L Materialica, Munich No. 21 the interlocking relationships of the world’s automakers 14–18 October ø Automotive News Europe/PricewaterhouseCoopers L Systems, Munich Quarterly Shareholder Value Report 21–24 October ø Paris Auto Show coverage ø Dealer Talk from the Top II ø Car cutaway October October 27 October 10 ø SUPPLEMENT: Guide to Advanced Automotive Technology L IZB, Wolfsburg No. 22 ø Spotlight on technology 29–31 October ø Car cutaway
November 10 October 24 ø CEO Talk from the Top I L Electronica, Munich No. 23 Europe’s leading decision-makers speak out 11–14 November ø Assembly plant map: Guide to Europe’s manufacturing sites ø Car cutaway
November 24 November 7 ø CEO Talk from the Top II L Euromold, Frankfurt No. 24 ø European Automotive Hall of Fame: 3–6 December
A look at the newest inductees November ø Car cutaway
December 8 November 21 ø CEO Talk from the Top III L Bologna Motor Show, No. 25/26 ø Spotlight on technology Bologna
ø Car cutaway 4–14 December Dec
Automotive News Europe Media Information 2008 www.autonewseurope.com 9 Advertising Rates 2008
Rate Card No. 13 (Effective January 1, 2008) – Four Color Process 1x 3x 6x 9x 12x 18x 24x - 5 % - 10 % - 12.5 % - 15 % - 17.5% - 20 %
1/1 Full Page ¤ 12,960 ¤ 12,312 ¤ 11,664 ¤ 11,340 ¤ 11,016 ¤ 10,692 ¤ 10,368
A4 Junior Page ¤ 8,880 ¤ 8,436 ¤ 7,992 ¤ 7,770 ¤ 7,548 ¤ 7,326 ¤ 7,104
1/2 Half Page ¤ 8,360 ¤ 7,942 ¤ 7,524 ¤ 7,315 ¤ 7,106 ¤ 6,897 ¤ 6,688
2/5 Two-Fifth Page ¤ 7,250 ¤ 6,888 ¤ 6,525 ¤ 6,344 ¤ 6,163 ¤ 5,981 ¤ 5,800
1/3 Third Page ¤ 5,650 ¤ 5,368 ¤ 5,085 ¤ 4,944 ¤ 4,803 ¤ 4,661 ¤ 4,520
1/4 Quarter Page ¤ 4,580 ¤ 4,351 ¤ 4,122 ¤ 4,008 ¤ 3,893 ¤ 3,779 ¤ 3,664
1/5 Fifth Page ¤ 3,890 ¤ 3,696 ¤ 3,501 ¤ 3,404 ¤ 3,307 ¤ 3,209 ¤ 3,112
Supplement Rates*(Car Cutaways, 25 Leading Women, Segmentation, Guide to Advanced Automotive Technology) 1x 3x 6x 9x 12x 18x 24x - 5 % - 10 % - 12.5 % - 15 % - 17.5% - 20 %
A4 Page ¤ 8,880 ¤ 8,436 ¤ 7,992 ¤ 7,770 ¤ 7,548 ¤ 7,326 ¤ 7,104
A4 Page Spread ¤ 14,330 ¤ 13,614 ¤ 12,897 ¤ 12,539 ¤ 12,181 ¤ 11,822 ¤ 11,464
1/2 Half Page ¤ 5,600 ¤ 5,320 ¤ 5,040 ¤ 4,900 ¤ 4,760 ¤ 4,620 ¤ 4,480
* Does not include Guide to China’s Auto Market and Global Market Data Book. See page 12/13 for rates.
Classified Classified Rates (Black/White) Classified Formats Column (width x height) 1/1 Full Page ¤ 10,580 Widths Full Page 277 x 368 mm Half Page Horizontal 277 x 175 mm 1/2 Half Page Horizontal ¤ 6,350 1: 52 mm Half Page Vertical 137 x 368 mm 1/4 Quarter Page ¤ 3,490 2: 108 mm Quarter Page 137 x 175 mm 3: 164 mm Quarter Page Horizontal 277 x 94 mm 4: 220 mm
Single Column/Rate (SCMM) ¤ 7,85 5: 277 mm
Rate = Column x height (mm) x 7,85 ¤
Copy deadline for classified advertisements: 10 days before publication date. Combination frequency rates available with Automotive News and Automobilwoche. Online-information for banner-ads on request.
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Trim Size Shipping Instructions 302 mm (11 7/8”) width x 416 mm (16 3/8”) depth Please send your materials Live/Type Area along with a proof to: 277 mm (10 7/8”) width x 390 mm (15 1/4”) depth Sabine Bunzel Screen Production Department Color: 150 lines per inch (60 lines per cm), hard Automotive News Europe Black and White: 120 lines per inch (40 lines per cm) Crain Communications GmbH CD Requirements Argelsrieder Feld 13 File to be supplied as high-resolution pdf, with color proof. D-82234 Oberpfaffenhofen Germany Paper Weight 2 54 g/m Phone: +49 8153 907521 Supplement: 90 g/m2 – Envelope of supplement: 200 g/m2 Fax: +49 8153 907425 Any amendments to films or copy will be recharged to client. E-mail: [email protected]
Standard Advertisement Sizes (width x height)
Full Page Junior Page Half Page Two-Fifth Page Horizontal Vertical Bleed* Bleed* 302 x 416 mm 229 x 310 mm Bleed* Bleed* 7 3 1 (11 /8” x 16 /8”) (9” x 12 /4”) 302 x 205 mm 122 x 416 mm 7 1 7 3 (11 /8” x 8 /8”) (4 /8” x 16 /8”) Non Bleed Non Bleed 277 x 390 mm 217 x 295 mm Non Bleed Non Bleed 7 1 1 5 (10 /8” x 15 /4”) (8 /2” x 11 /8”) 277 x 190 mm 108 x 390 mm 7 1 1 1 (10 /8” x 7 /2”) (4 /4” x 15 /4”)
Quarter Page Quarter Page Fifth Page Fifth Page Horizontal Standard Horizontal Vertical
Bleed* Bleed* Bleed* Bleed* 302 x 112 mm 149 x 205 mm 302 x 89 mm 64 x 416 mm 7 3 7 1 7 1 1 3 (11 /8” x 4 /8”) (5 /8” x 8 /8”) (11 /8” x 3 /2”) (2 /2” x 16 /8”)
Non Bleed Non Bleed Non Bleed Non Bleed 277 x 97 mm 137 x 190 mm 277 x 74 mm 52 x 390 mm 7 3 3 1 7 7 1 (10 /8” x 3 /4”) (5 /8” x 7 /2”) (10 /8” x 2 /8”) (2” x 15 /4”)
Third Page Two Page Junior Page Horizontal Spread Spread
Bleed* Bleed* Bleed* 302 x 145 mm 604 x 416 mm 458 x 310 mm 7 3 3 3 1 (11 /8” x 5 /4”) (23 /4” x 16 /8”) (18” x 12 /4”)
Non Bleed Non Bleed Non Bleed 277 x 130 mm 579 x 390 mm 458 x 295 mm 7 1 3 1 5 (10 /8” x 5 /8”) (22 /4” x 15 /4”) (18” x 11 /8”)
Automotive News Europe – Supplements A4 sized (width x height)
1 3 1 3 A4 Page Non Bleed 185 x 272 mm (7 /4” x 10 /4”) 1/2 Page Vertical Non Bleed 89 x 272 mm (3 /2” x 10 /4”) 1 3 3 A4 Page Bleed* 210 x 297 mm (8 /4” x 11 /4”) 1/2 Page Vertical Bleed* 101.5 x 297 mm (4” x 11 /4”) 1 3 1 1 Page Spread Non Bleed 395 x 272 mm (15 /2” x 10 /4”) 1/2 Page Horizontal Non Bleed185 x 133 mm (7 /4” x 5 /4”) 1 3 1 3 Page Spread Bleed* 420 x 297 mm (16 /2” x 11 /4”) 1/2 Page Horizontal Bleed* 210 x 145.5 mm (8 /4” x 5 /4”)
1 * For bleed ads, please add 3 mm ( /8”) on sides, top and bottom.
Automotive News Europe Media Information 2008 www.autonewseurope.com 11 Supplements 2008
In addition to the 26 issues of Automotive News Europe in 2008, we will publish invaluable reference guides throughout the year. They are published in a glossy, A4 (8 1/4” x 11 3/4”) format. These special supple- ments will be mailed with the main issue of Automotive News Europe and each will have a bonus print run of 5,000 copies to be distributed at all industry events we attend in the course of the year.
Advertising opportunities are attached to all supplements listed below.
Car Cutaways Publication Date: March 31, 2008 Closing Date: March 15, 2008
Who supplies what on Europe’s newest cars? This supplement includes a compilation of the popular component/supplier graphics that appear regularly in Automotive News Europe. The Car Cutaways supplement will include not only recently published cutaways, but several that will appear for the first time.
Rates: Guide to China’s Auto Market 1/1 Full Page ¤ 13,120 Publication Date: April 14, 2008 Back Cover ¤ 14,430 Closing Date: March 28, 2008 (Four Color Process)
Automotive News and Automotive News Europe are producing a combined supplement (circulation: 60,000), which provides an overview of the explosive growth of the Chinese automotive market. It contains valuable information including: a map of China showing all of the major automaker assembly and production facilities; a profile of each of the global automakers’ joint ventures in China, from Brilliance/BMW’s JV in Shenyang to Volkswagen’s market-leading JV with SAIC in Shanghai; a comparison of annual sales and production data from 2006 and 2007; and models offered in 2008. www.autonewschina.com 25 Leading Women Publication Date: May 12, 2008 Closing Date: April 25, 2008
A look at the 25 leading women in the automotive industry. From engineers to designers, marketers to distributors, Automotive News Europe takes an exclusive look at the key female decision makers at all levels of the industry. This first-time supplement includes an informal introduction to the significant names in Europe as well as their challenges for the future.
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Segmentation: A look at each auto segment Publication Date: May 26, 2008 Closing Date: May 9, 2008
Who won the battle for the lower-medium segment in Europe? Who sold the most cars in the luxury segment? Who won? Who lost? An annual, exclusive look at the major segments in the European market including every automaker. A must-read for every OEM, dealer or supplier in the industry.
Rates: Global Market Data Book 1/1 Full Page ¤ 13,120 Publication Date: June 23, 2008 Back Cover ¤ 14,430 Closing Date: June 6, 2008 (Four Color Process)
This highly anticipated guide is an annual compilation of the most useful data on the global automotive industry. The combined supplement from Automotive News and Automotive News Europe (circulation: 60,000) includes global vehicle production and sales by carmaker and by region, sales and production data and forecasts, and a wealth of other information.
Guide to Advanced Automotive Technology Publication Date: October 27, 2008 Closing Date: October 10, 2008
This supplement combines an in-depth look at new automotive technologies with the essen- tial facts on the major new-car projects. In addition, the Guide to Advanced Technology and New-Model Development will include a directory of senior product development executives at carmakers and it will profile the new model programs that are in the pipeline or just coming to market. The information will include key engineers and designers as well as vital suppliers.
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Choose from a wide variety of sponsorship opportunities available at all our events. Contact your sales manager for further details or visit www.autonews.com/anevents.
Automotive News World Congress 21-24 January 2008, Detroit, Michigan, USA The Automotive News World Congress is one of the world’s top automotive events. Every January leaders of the industry gather to discuss key issues and strategies for the coming year. This four-day event during the North American International Auto Show features more than 30 industry speakers and draws 800 attendees. The Automotive News World Congress is an unparalleled opportunity to reach top-level decision-makers.
Automotive News China Conference April 2008, Beijing, China
The Automotive News China Conference returns to Beijing and will bring together some of the top leaders of the Chinese automaking and parts-making industries. Speakers will share their insight and perspective on the state of the Chinese automotive industry and the strategies they need to succeed in this maturing market. In addition, the conference will feature a VIP-tour of Auto China, the nation’s leading auto show.
Automotive News Europe Congress 19-21 May 2008, Turin, Italy
The Automotive News Europe Congress is the most important automotive industry conference in Europe. Every year more than 400 OEM and supplier executives gather to hear senior executives share their outlook and perspective on the industry in a series of keynote addresses, presentations and panel discussions. Previous locations have included Prague, Vienna, Barcelona, Montreux and Paris. At the Automotive News Europe Congress you can reach key decision makers in the European automotive industry.
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European Automotive Hall of Fame Dinner 4 March 2008, Geneva, Switzerland
The European Automotive Hall of Fame is a tribute to the great individuals of the automotive industry. It is a tangible means of recognizing their technical, managerial and entrepreneurial achieve- ments. Every year an elite group of individuals is inducted into the Hall of Fame at a gala dinner ceremony during the Geneva Motor Show. Palexpo, the exhibition center and host of the Geneva Motor Show, has granted Automotive News Europe a site at the venue to position this perpetual monument honoring the good and the great of the European automotive industry.
For more information, visit: www.autohalloffame.org
Automotive News PACE Awards 14 April 2008, Detroit, Michigan, USA
The Automotive News PACE Awards honor superior innovation, technological advancement and business performance among automotive suppliers. This prestigious award, given annually by Automotive News, Microsoft, SAP and Transportation Research Center Inc., is recognized around the world as the industry’s benchmark for innovation. PACE is truly a global award – finalists have come not only from the U.S. and Canada, but from Germany, Brazil, Australia, Japan, Korea and many other countries. Be a part of this black-tie awards ceremony and reach key decision-makers at OEMs and suppliers.
For more information, visit: www.autonews.com/pace
Automotive News Europe Eurostars Awards 1 October 2008, Paris, France
Every year Automotive News Europe’s editors gather to discuss and select those who have been the stars of the European automotive industry. The winners of the 2008 Eurostars Awards will be announced in a special section in the August 18, 2008 issue of Automotive News Europe.
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www.autonewseurope.com
Automotive News Europe is no longer a biweekly newspaper. It is now a seven-day-a-week, 24-hour-a-day product. With our commitment to add more resources, Automotive News Europe is an online operation that covers the world from a European perspective.
With our own team of European writers, and the resources of our sister publications Automotive News in Detroit and Automobilwoche in Germany, we can provide instant news to automotive executives. And now we have a number of ways to deliver that unique European information: Ü A daily, Europe-only newsletter that is e-mailed each afternoon to all of our registrants and subscribers Ü A weekly newsletter that summarizes the events of the past seven days Ü Breaking news alerts when they happen.
In addition, Automotive News Europe online will continue to provide all print content, links to related con- tent and archives. We also have photo galleries, blogs, columns and data tables. Total access to the web site is available only to print subscribers, which presents an ideal opportunity to communicate directly with this engaged audience every day of the week.
Advertisers on the site can review the effectiveness of their campaigns via an online reporting service that measures impressions and click-throughs daily. A full suite of reporting and site metrics tools provides information on our audience composition, site visits and usage, e-mail newsletter performance and ad serving. Our average monthly page impressions for the total site was 1.9 million*, and subscribers spend nearly 7 minutes 14 seconds* on the site per visit.
But even in the online world, our mission does not change: We will provide relevant news and authorita- tive analysis that the industry cares about. We will be fast, but accurate; tough but fair.
* Source: HBX Statistics 2006
Rates on request For more information call your Automotive News Europe Sales Manager
Autonewseurope.com covers all automotive segments, including automakers, components and material subscribers, distribution networks, consultants, media and marketing companies and other suppliers to the industry.
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Global network of reporters Asia X North America keeps readers informed Beijing: Munich: Detroit: Alysha Webb Arjen Bongard Dale Jewett The Automotive News Group’s unrivaled Felix Bauer Leslie J. Allen worldwide network of reporters and editors Seoul: Douglas Bolduc David Barkholz in automotive industry hotspots provides Andrew Salmon Jens Dralle Mary Connelly broader coverage and more complete news Klaus-D. Floerecke Ralph Kisiel for readers of Automotive News Europe. Tokyo: James Franey Jamie LaReau Karl Hans Greimel Bettina John Arlena Sawyers Automotive News Europe has its own Matthias Karpstein Robert Sherefkin network of seasoned reporters strategically Shanghai: Pia Krix James Treece placed in the largest markets of Europe and Katherine Sima Gerhard Mauerer Richard Truett Asia. Local correspondents and industry- Paul McVeigh Bradford Wernle segment specialist reporters expand the Guido Reinking Amy Wilson paper’s coverage. Jesse Snyder Europe Mark Stevens Los Angeles: It also draws upon the editorial resources Werner Widmann Mark Rechtin of two sister publications, Automotive News Amsterdam: Kathy Jackson in North America and Automobilwoche in Wim Oude Weernink Moscow: Germany. Experienced editors in the main Anna Smolchenko Nashville: editorial office in Oberpfaffenhofen near Bonn: Lindsay Chappell Munich mesh reports from the global Michael Knauer Paris: April Wortham Sylviane de Saint-Seine network and add perspective and opinion Dublin: New York: to the pages of Automotive News Europe. Olive Keogh Prague: Diana Kurylko Lyle Frink From Munich to Detroit, Paris to Prague, Hamburg: Washington: Turin to Tokyo, no other news organization Henning Krogh Stuttgart Donna Harris can match the resources of the Automotive Matthias Krust Harry Stoffer News Group in covering the global auto Lisbon/Madrid: industry. Paulo S. de Oliveira Turin: Luca Ciferri London: Edmund Chew Warsaw: Bob Golding Maciej Szczepaniak Tony Lewin Ian Morton Zurich: Tom Armitage Alex Ricciuti
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