India Transport Portal Newsletter - February, 2013

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A month in the India Transport Sector (No 22) February, 2013

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WHAT IS A GREEN TECHNOLOGY?

How green is green technology? That seems to be

the question as the environment begins to become a

priority with nations around the world. With customers

becoming increasingly aware of eco-friendly

practices and demanding environment-friendly products,

corporations across the world are being forced to rethink

their production methods.

More information on ITP

VEHICLE NORMS AND STANDARDS

While vehicles have become a huge success and

integral to everyday life, the environment has had to

bear the brunt of emission gasses and pollutants

spilling out of these marvels of engineering. In a bid to control

the damage, technology once again plays a much-needed

role by enabling the creation of certain vehicle norms and

standards.


STAR RATING OF CARS

In a method similar to the ones seen on refrigerators

and other electrical gadgets that display their

energy efficiency standards in a five star rating

system, passenger cars sold in India will also have to

declare their fuel efficiency from April 2013 in a star rated

system. Consumers will have a definite idea about the

mileage of the car just by looking at the stars displayed.


STAR RATING OF CARS RECEIVES MIXED FEEDBACK

While the decision of the government to implement

fuel efficiency standards for passenger cars has

been received with enthusiasm among

environmentalist and green activists, the auto industry isnt as

thrilled.


That is not breaking news: the tyre dealers

body AITDF (All India Tyre Dealers

Federation) and the tyre producers

association ATMA (Automotive Tyre

Manufacturers Association) are not

agreeing on a lot of issues.

Once again, the AITDF has alleged that the

tyre industry is artificially keeping tyre prices

high despite a drop in raw material prices.

Indeed, during 2012, the price of natural

rubber has gradually and steadily declined

by almost 35%, much to the relief of tyre

manufacturers, as rubber constitutes about

30 per cent of their production costs.

Similarly, the prices of other petro-based raw

materials too continue to hover at levels well

below those reached during the 2008 peak.

A sharp decline in truck and passenger car

sales, a drop in truck freight rates, the rupee

weakening against the dollar are some of

the elements that could explain the

debilitated Indian tyre market. But, despite a

drop in sales, tyre firms reported significant

jump in profits. Besides, the antidumping

duty on truck/bus tyres has also been in

favour of local players, who have not

passed the benefits of lower production

costs on to customers.

But the issue is not that simple: tyre dealers

have approached the Competition

Appellate Tribunal against the order of the

Indian Competition Commission. CCI said it

had found no evidence of cartelisation by

tyre manufacturers.

Well, there is no doubt that the issue of price

is relevant for every Indian tyre consumer.

But this should not obscure the real

challenges that Indian tyre market needs to

tackle and that go far beyond such

considerations. Sustainable transportation

needs radialisation diffusion, tubeless

acceptance and rolling resistance

thresholds at an affordable price. Cheap

tyres without quality are worse than anything

else.

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COMPARISON OF EMISSION NORMS BETWEEN EUROPE AND

INDIA

The new emission standards proposed by the

European Commission are set to create a better

future, greener air and increased opportunities for

all. The targets as analysed by the Commission have

been found to be feasible, affordable and economically

viable as the technology that plays a pivotal role in the

setting of emission standards is available at a nominal cost.

Additionally, the implementation of technology for bringing

down the emission figures will create jobs and help increase

GDP.


CARBON DIOXIDE NORMS FOR CARS IN INDIA

The recent phenomenon of dense smog observed

in the capital city of New Delhi has brought the

subject of pollution back under the microscope

once again. A decade ago, the state government

of Delhi had ordered and executed the drive to convert all

public transport including busses, taxis and three-wheelers

into emission-free CNG or compressed natural gas vehicles.

More informations on ITP

CARBON DIOXIDE EMISSION NORMS FOR TRUCKS IN INDIABlack smoke emanating from the exhaust pipes of

heavy duty vehicles was once a common

phenomenon. Thanks to the adoption of tough

emission control standards, better rigs and engines

from Indian truck makers, and the commitment of the

government to implement stricter emission control rules, such

poisonous vehicles have become a rare sight these days.


FOREIGN SIAM MEMBERS AHEAD ON EMISSION STANDARDS

The recently proposed changes in emission

standards for passenger cars in India along with the

five star rating for fuel efficiency have not been

received kindly by the automobile industry in India.

The latter has joined forces with the SIAM (Society of Indian

Automobile Manufacturers), a popular organization

comprising of members that constitute both domestic and

foreign car and engine manufacturers.


TRANSPORTLONG TERM PLANS

The future of India seems to

be a bright one, but not

without a fair share of

challenges. With a

population that has already reached

an alarming 1.22 billion, the

demographics of India paint a

picture quite unlike any other country

in the world. According to statistics,

more than half of India's population is

below the age of 25 and

approximately 65% below the age of

35.

More information in ITP

PUBLIC TRANSPORT INFORMATION

JUST A CLICK AWAY

Lack of adequate online

information about public

transportation has deterred

people from using it in India.

People have not been encouraged

to use public transportation

extensively due to the absence of

information regarding schedules and

timings.


DELHI TO BANGKOK BY ROAD

Bangkok, the famous

capital city of Thailand is a

popular tourist attraction

and a holiday destination

for many people in India. While

travelling by air is the usual mode of

transportation used to reach the Thai

city, a spicier and more adventurous

alternative is being currently explored

by a self-driven expedition company.

Journeys by Road, as the company

is called, is all set to undertake an

epic journey by road which will take

travellers from Indias capital to

Bangkok.


EMISSION STANDARDS MISCELLANEOUS
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THE FUEL CONSUMPTION OF CARS IN INDIA

Higher fuel prices have left prospective and existing

car owners a worried lot. Whether the owner of a

diesel-based model or a more prohibitive petrol

model, the user is forced to shell out a significant

amount of money towards fuel expenses. It is therefore no

surprise that fuel efficiency has become one of the most-

sought after qualities in a car.


THE FUEL CONSUMPTION OF TRUCKS IN INDIA

Trucks often do not present the prettiest picture on

the Indian highways, especially to the average

Indian traveller. Loaded to the brim, the monstrous

vehicles seem more of a threat than fellow road

users. However, no matter what the public opinion of trucks

is, these cannot be undermined as they are the lifeline in the

economy of India. The heavy duty vehicles ensure

transportation and trade across the country keeping

businesses and livelihoods of millions.

More information on ITPWHERE DOES FUEL IN INDIA COME FROM?

India has a low-level of natural oil reserves and

ranks a twentieth out of thirty oil-producing

countries. The four most prominent oil reserves in

India are found at Gujarat, Rajasthan, Digboi in

Assam and Bombay High in the Arabian Sea off the coast of

the state of Maharashtra. Together, they cater for

approximately 25% of the total demand of the country.


HOW IS FUEL PRICE CALCULATED IN INDIA?

Increasing fuel prices have become a worry forevery Indian. From inflated commuting bills to

increased prices of commodities, fuel prices

dictate almost every other expense. Today, Indians

are shelling out more for fuel than people in developed

countries. Even more confusing is the fact that the prices of

fuel varies from state to state. Therefore, the question that

arises iswhat is the actual cost of fuel?


TRAFFIC POLICE HOW USEFUL ARE

THEY?

The usefulness and

effectiveness of the trafficpolice on Indian roads have

often been questioned and

have been a subject of debate for

quite some time. There are instances

when the complete lack of

effectiveness of the traffic police is

exasperating for road users.


UNMARKED OPEN MANHOLES A

CAUSE OF ACCIDENTS

Hundreds of lives are lost

every year across the

country due to accidents

caused by unmarked open

manholes. Neither the metropolitan

cities nor the small towns or suburban

areas are spared from this. Despite

the increase in death toll little has

been done by the concerned

authorities to prevent such mishaps.

Unmarked open drains and manholes

have become a major worry for

pedestrians and car drivers.


SUDDEN SUSPENSION OF BUS

ROUTES LEADS TO CONFUSION

The sudden suspension or

cancellation of bus routes

without prior notice is not

an unusual phenomenon in

India. More often than not we hear

about bus services being cancelled

all over the country. It leads to chaos

and triggers confusion among

passengers who are left stranded on

the roads.


FUEL TRAFFIC AND ROAD SAFETY
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TYRE NORMS AND STANDARDS

Tyres form the most basic part of a vehicle and

perhaps one of the most important too, but remain

unfortunately largely ignored. While India reels underthe pressure of fuel hikes, the focus strongly shifts to the

mileage of the car. It is often forgotten that the tyres have a

very major role to play in this aspect. The right kind of tyres

can in effect help reduce a substantial percentage of the

fuel consumption.


THE PROGRESS MADE IN THE ROLLING RESISTANCE OF TYRES

The rolling resistance or rolling friction of a tyre is

defined as the force that resists motion when the tyre

rolls on the road surface. Rolling resistance occurs

due to the deformation of the tyre as the tread presses

against the road surface. Any slip between the tyre and the

road surface further contributes to the rolling resistance of

the tyre. The higher the rolling resistance of a tyre, the more

energy is required to move it against the road surface,

thereby increasing fuel consumption.


TYRE RETREADING IN INDIA

The part of the tyre that comes in contact with the

surface of the road is known as the tread. The tread

is an integral part of the tyre and is responsible for

providing traction. Tyre manufacturers invest heavily

in research and development of treads and their designs for

improved functionality and competitiveness. When a tyre is

manufactured, about 20 to 25% of the cost of the tyre is

down to the tread.


UNDERSTANDING TYRE CODES

Tyres form an intrinsic if not integral part of a

vehicle. However, there is more to a tyre than just

making the vehicle move. Tyres can enhance the

driving or riding experience and when not

maintained or aligned in the proper manner, can result in

problems and even accidents.



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